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December 2023 by Katie Goldberg
I joined Dapple Hill Farm in 2018 when I moved from Baltimore up to New Jersey. After looking extensively for the right fit for myself (an adult amateur trying to find a way to fit working in the city with having a horse) and my horse, I walked into Dapple Hill and immediately felt both at peace and at home. Sara has been incredibly accommodating both of my busy schedule and my distance from the farm, and I have never once had to question my horse's care, because I so unbelievably trust both Sara and her staff.Beyond her incredible horsemanship and instruction, Sara also goes above and beyond for her clients. When I lost my horse in 2020, she stayed by my side all day, and also let me wait out the hours he was at the clinic at her house, so that I didn't have to drive all the way back to Hoboken and could remain close. She held my hand throughout that day and the weeks, months, and years since, helping me form a new relationship with horses and being a shoulder to lean on. I can't recommend Dapple Hill enough.
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December 2023 by Michala Green
My daughter came here for a camp in the summer and had so much fun that she stayed! She now rides at Dapple Hill regularly - nice people, nice horses and a lovely indoor arena.
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November 2023 by nycxice11
Sara and her team take great care and have given excellent lessons to my family and I as we have entered into the world of riding. I cannot recommend enough.
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November 2023 by Dylan Manahan
Sara has been training my horse for years. I know I can trust my horse is deeply cared for, Sara is a kind caring trainer and she gives all her client’s horses the best care. She has also been extremely patient with me, I was not a confident rider before I started working with her, now I absolutely love it! If you are looking for a wonderful and caring place to care for your horse, Sara at Dapple Hill is the place!
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November 2023 by Maura Cate Jacobs
Highly recommend Dapple Hill for riders of all levels. It’s super clean, safe, and horse care is top tier. The farm is well cared for and absolutely beautiful. Sara is SO welcoming and provides a safe, fun, and rewarding environment for kids to develop and elevate their riding skills. Devin is a fabulously skilled trainer with expertise in teaching kids. Can’t recommend more for pony camp or everyday lessons!
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November 2023 by L Z
Great stable and loving people (Sara/Devin) who genuinely cares about the horses and riders! Very organized and always respond to people timely. My daughter started riding here recently but has already seen drastic improvements with her equitation. Stable is kept clean always and all the riders are nice! The large indoor ring is awesome for either hot/cold day. Beautiful surroundings and the view is very relaxing.
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November 2023 by Suliman Al-Ghazlat
I made an appointment for my 6 years first lesson. We arrived 15 min before appointment and one of guys who works there told us Sara just left. We called her and she called back. She first said we had a miscommunication regarding the day of the lesson. I told there is no miscommunication because we made the appointment via text messages with her directly so she can easily read the messages again. After that she apologized and said she wrote the wrong day. I explained to her that we are here now and my daughter has been super excited all day about her first horseback riding lesson and we are willing to wait. She said she can offer us next Friday. I laughed and said thank you and ended the call. I have my own business and if I make a mistake regarding one of clients appointments I would’ve turned the car back to make things right. Ultimately I think it was the wrong place for us. One lady who lives on dapple hill farm was driving to glen Eden for her child lesson. She told us she is not surprised with what Sara did.
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November 2023 by Devin Jacobs
I have been working for Sara at Dapple Hill Farm for a few months now and can highly recommend the program for horses and riders of all levels. The horse care is second to none, and the thought and effort that Sara and team put into each horse’s management is above and beyond what I’m used to seeing. The DHF family is warm, welcoming, and fun!!!
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November 2023 by Susan H.
My daughters and I have been taking private lessons together at Dapple Hill Farm for a few months. We have found the teachers to be friendly, kind, careful, and competent. The location is beautiful, and the horses and grounds are very well cared for. They are also flexible about scheduling and are willing to accommodate requests. This is really an outstanding stable in every way, and we highly recommend it!
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November 2023 by Deb Zajk
My daughter rode with Sara at Dapple Hill several times a week from 2004-2014. I love that Dapple Hill is such a wholesome place for a young girl to grow up and it was truly a second home for my daughter. She gained discipline, confidence, poise, and responsibility at Dapple HIll. She learned to not only ride but also take care of her horse. She learned to compete and she learned about sportsmanship. As she became one of the older riders at the barn, she learned to take care of the younger riders and their horses, too.In 2009, Sara found our horse …. Boris. Boris was a part of the family, riding with my daughter and literally almost always winning champion ribbons. My daughter and Boris were quite the team.I was hesitant to buy a horse because it was an expensive purchase and I’m so glad I trusted Sara because Boris has far exceeded my expectations. To this day, Sara still takes amazing care of Boris, and, at age 26, he is in excellent health. She has found amazing people to lease Boris over the years …. Boris is KING!!It’s almost ten years since my daughter has graduated from high school. But she still keeps in touch with Sara and her assistant at the time, Caitlyn. It’s beautiful to see their relationship grow into an “adult friendship”. I am so grateful that I brought my daughter to Dapple Hill and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a barn for their child. Sara is not only an excellent instructor but also an inspiration to every one of her students.
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September 2023 by Sherilyn Pesce
My children LOVE Pony Camp at Dapple Hill Farm! My daugher (age 9) and son (age 6) loved every minute of the camp - from the leaders of the camp to the riding lessons, taking care of the horses and the horse wedding at the end of the week. Everyone is so friendly - in addition to riding lessons and fun games, they learned to take such good care of the horses. My kids also fell in love with the dogs - and are excited to go back!
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September 2023 by Christina Marotto
My niece did camp here and we went for their weekly horse wedding. Their councilor was so sweet and great with the kids and my niece had such am amazing experience.
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August 2023 by Dana Omalley
Dapple hill has been amazing! My daughter has done the summer camp for three weeks and just loves it. Sara provides a safe and fun environment! My daughter has improved so much in riding since attending! Highly recommend! We will keep coming back!
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August 2023 by Sara Ike
If I had my own kids, I would send them to Dapple Hill Farm. Sara G. provides a safe and fun environment for kids to learn about horses and riding. Pony Camp is a great way to dip your toe into her program. Her lesson ponies are boomproof and saints. Highly recommend!
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August 2023 by Desiree Saucedo
Dapple Hill is my favorite place! My horse has never been happier. The detail to care is amazing. My horse and I have learned so much from Sara! I highly recommend Sara and her staff.
