Riverdale Equestrian Centre356

My two young daughters were so excited about their riding lessons, unfortunately what they ended up with was a glorified pony ride for $45 each. The instructor we had an appointment with was not there. The person in the office was rude and unconcerned about the situation. Finally the manager arranged for another instructor who clearly was not qualified and basically led them around the ring for half an hour. My older girl was especially disappointed, she had been to riding camp and knows how to post and trot. We had been there once before and they were rude on that occasion as well but at least they had an ok lesson. We will not be going back.

I had a similar experience. I called them several times, left messages and did not get a call back. When I finally spoke with someone on the phone, she was very abrupt and told me they had no lessons available for the time I wanted. Then she hung up.

They are disorganized and seem overwhelmed --I left three phone messages which were not returned, then I finally made an appointment, but when we arrived, they had no record of it and the teacher was not available...they had clearly made a mistake, which was bad enough----but to top it off, they took no responsibility, blamed the customer and were incredibly rude. I would not recommend the centre at all.

My daughter is having a great time at the summer camp. Unfortunately the transportation has been less then steller and the camp fails to communicate details (like where and when the bus leaves or when your child will be home). I would not use their transportation if I had another option.

You can forget that you're in NYC at this wonderful riding stable. My son loves his teacher and has gained considerable experience and confidence in under a year of riding. The after-school program and summer camp include not only riding, but an education in multiple aspects of the care and grooming of horses. Your child will be in excellent, professional, and friendly hands, and will gain skill and confidence at Riverdale Equestrian Center.

I really love the after school program. I love the instructors and the horses. I have learned a lot there. They are really nice too.I have made so many friends! A few times when the bus came to pick us up, he was late, very late.