Riverdale Stables

“I send my love to all the horse's there. Animals are so beautiful, & absolutely amazing! I met two New York City Parks Enforcement Officer's on Father's Day on Johnson Ave. Those two Officer's were very nice, & we had a nice about 10 minute conversation. They were both on two horses. Told me they were doing Park Patrol for that area. I was obviously petting one of the horses a lot. It was wonderful. I feel bad I didn't pet the other one. Didn't think about it. They told me that those two Law Enforcement horses were from down there. Very cool! I got lessons when I was way younger at Riverdale Stables. I love how great they take care of the horses. About 5 months ago I saw one female NYC Parks Enforcement Officer going through the forest part of Van cortlandt Park on one of the horses. Cool. This photo is of the two very respectful Officer's, & the two beautiful horse's I saw on Johnson Ave that day. I have to add the male Officer was very handsome.”

“I've read reviews saying the staff is bad. To the woman who got mad she couldn't go into the barn: yes. you need a helmet, and if the literal owners of horses who are highly experienced are in the barn without helmets, that makes sense. also, the woman who works at the check-in desk is super nice if you're patient and kind. she is the only check-in person there, so be patient, she does a lot! also, if you're late, that is your problem. if you don't have the gear, again, your problem. the stables is a fun place, so think about how you could be better towards the people there. Also, to OO-this is a business. obviously they will not give random people pony rides for free, or offer bathroom visits.”

“I have been riding at riverdale stables for a very long time now. My riding has improved so much since I started riding there. The staff and grooms could not be nicer. The trainers are patient and understanding but encouraging when it comes to something you’re scared or uncomfortable with. The horses are so sweet and the horses experiences vary from beginner to advanced. For your first time at Riverdale they evaluate you to see what you can do, which is obviously for safety of the horse and the rider. Overall I would definitely recommend Riverdale Stables to anyone who is interested in continuing their riding experience or just starting.”

“Returning to riding as an adult has been a wonderful experience at Riverdale. The trainers I’ve had lessons with Caitlin H, Cheryl W and Rebecca M are all wonderfully gentle and encouraging to their beginner lessons (you can see in all of their show ribbons!); while being able to be encouraging yet firm with their older experienced riders who are looking to improve each ride. Every lesson has me wanting to return right away and all of the horses are well turned out.”