amazing! can't describe how amazing Salisbury farms is. HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend I have past riding…read moreexperience and this is one of the best barns in San Diego

Great people and great horses Couldn't pick a better barn…read moreto take lessons! The owner Amy and the instructors are always making sure you're safe, learning, and Ofcourse having a great time doing it! Would recommend for all riders of all levels!

There is a jewel, a sanctuary hidden off of Moreno road in Lakeside. It is called Heartland Ranch…read more If you love horses like my wife and I and want to relearn techniques necessary to ride a horse properly and with confidence or as a beginner just starting out, Heartland Ranch is for you. We have a 6 day horseback riding adventure scheduled for next year so I was searching for a great training facility to get back in shape for this type of ride. The lead trainer Amy is professional, engaging and fun to work with while ensuring your safety and making sure the horses are protected too. I didn't think there were any horses left in lakeside, well thankfully there are many of them at Heartland Ranch.

Love love this ranch ! The owners are very attentive and on top of everything . Beautiful facility…read morewith all of the amenities ! Can't say enough good things about!

I was eager to have our 4yo twins ride horses. I had enrolled them in another program that only had…read morethem sit on a pony and be lead around lesson after lesson. They weren't taught the name of anything: stirrup, reins, saddle, horn, etc. They did no riding or leading independently. At SD Riding Academy they teach English riding The 4yos. within the first 15 minutes were taught what everything was called as they learned to independently mount the HORSE! Within 30 minutes of their first lesson they learned how to start, stop and turn their horse WITHOUT anyone leading the horse on a rope! We are VERY IMPRESSED with this facility and how thoroughly they are taught.

Sent my kids here and just had an awful experience. Our instructor was Ines and she was just rude…read moreand had a horrible attitude. AVOID

Great place to take your kiddos for horse back ridding lessons. My girl turned 7 in December and…read morestarted here a few months ago and LOVES coming here ! Excellent, patient trainer (thanks Morgan), very safe and wonderful, sound beginners horses. The farm is on the smaller side and all the people are very friendly with a small town feel. This location is a short drive from down town San Diego (25 min without traffic) and the grounds are well kept and peaceful. I, as well as my child look forward to coming here each week! Thanks so much !

From the owner: Horse Boarding and Training. Riding lessons for all ages, beginner through advanced. Hunters and…read moreJumpers.

Tera is very knowledgeable and experienced not just in horses, but in the full extent of owning and…read moremaintaining show horses. Her lesson program not only pushed me as a rider, but helped create a more respectful and enjoyable relationship with my horses. We even started showing locally. Her guidance extends past the saddle and has been very helpful with nutrition recommendations and other tips and tricks on how to make the healthiest and happiest horses. She creates a professional and safe environment for all ages and experience levels. Family friendly environment.

From the owner: G-R Ranch provides a fun, safe environment for all ages, and levels of riders. Our owner and…read moreoperator, Tera, has 18+ years of equine experience and knowledge as well as an extensive, successful career in the show pen!

Wonderful facility with happy horses - huge paddocks and great trail access. I am a polo club…read moremember and can say it is a really fun and lively group. I also have barn friends who are non-polo players . It is an inclusive environment to all types of riders who want a laidback setting to enjoy their horses. There are a number of fun events from polo tournaments, chili cook offs, wine and cheese and trail rides, and so much more that are fun to bring non-horsey friends to as well. The owners are friendly, responsive, and also live on-site. So happy I found this place!

As a long time boarder, I've had my horses at RVEC for several years and there are so many…read morewonderful aspects about this facility and the family who runs it. They care about creating a community of responsible horse owners in a positive, well-managed environment where people can relax and enjoy their horses. Several ranch functions are coordinated throughout the year, including vet clinics and social events. The stalls are some of the largest in the county and recover quickly even with all the rain we've had this winter. Multiple arenas and access to trails give lots of options for riding. While no facility can please everyone, if you are truly looking for a respectful, peaceful environment then you will LOVE this facility. Each year there have been positive improvements to the ranch and I would definitely recommend it.

Do your homework before using any trainer. Make sure you get a contract and a receipt. Make sure…read morethe trainer has insurance. Take a look around and make sure the facilities are clean. Check references. The first couple of months I would have recommended this guy. It didn't take long for his true colors to come out. He stilled owed me training for the 2nd month due to rain. That didn't happen. The 3rd month he took my money while my horse sat in a filthy manure filled muddy stall without ever being touched. When I went to pick my horse up it was lame and could barely walk. I've spent almost $1000 dollars in vet bills to get it sound. If he had been feeding my horse he would have noticed something was wrong and at least called us. She worse now then when I left her as far as manners go. She's spooky and she has terrible anxiety. If you want natural horsemanship go somewhere else.

I boarded my horse here for about a year and a half and I absolutely love it. Fran is more than…read morehelpful and I consider her family and I absolutely love her and her facility

I board my horse here and I LOVE it!!!! The ranch is very well maintained, stalls are cleaned…read moreregularly, horses are fed well. There is a hot walker, two roundpens, and a large maintained arena. The owner truly cares for the animals and has their best interest at heart. I highly recommend, the board rate is great and they even feed supplements and blanket horses at no extra cost.