A place for all horse lovers
Our charming and unique equestrian facility offers boarding for resident-owned and lesson horses, as well as riding lessons for residents and their guests.
Founded in 1966, the Saddle Club of Laguna Woods Village was created to foster interest in horsemanship, encourage riding programs, and host social events. Today, the Equestrian Center remains true to its mission, serving as the venue for many beloved Village events, including summer barbecues, Taste of Country, Easter celebrations and egg hunts, and horse shows.
Location and contact information
Equestrian Center
24312 El Toro Road
Laguna Woods, CA 92637
949-597-4275
For information regarding horse boarding/care, the riding program or events at the facility, please call the Equestrian Center office.
Hours
Business hours
Wed. through Sun. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Tour hours
Wed., Thu. at 2 p.m.
Fri., Sat., Sun. at 12:30 and 2 p.m.
Riding program
Wednesday through Sunday; contact the Equestrian Center office for lesson schedules.
Tours and the riding program are closed Mondays and Tuesdays.
Services
The Equestrian Center offers the following:
- Tours
- Riding program
- Horsemanship classes and clinics
- Boarding
- Care/feeding for boarded horses
- Trailer storage/trailering
Riding program
Riding program information
Advance reservations are required. All riders must be at least 10 years old and weigh no more than 200 pounds. Riders new to the program will be scheduled for an assessment lesson to determine ability. Participants in any horse-related activities must have a current annual waiver on file; waivers for those under age 18 must be signed by a parent or legal guardian. Helmets, boots and long pants are required for all riders. Helmets and boots are available to use at no cost. Horsemanship classes and clinics are offered throughout the year.
Private lessons
Private lessons are 45 minutes long. Children must be at least 10 years old to ride in our lesson program.
Residents
$30 with lesson horse
$20 with private horse
Guests
$55 with lesson horse
$35 with private horse
Group lessons
Group lessons are 45 minutes long. Children must be at least 10 years old to ride in our lesson program.
Residents
$15 with lesson horse
$10 with private horse
Guests
$35 with lesson horse
$20 with private horse
Services and fees
All fees are subject to change. Rules and regulations governing the use of the facility are available at the Equestrian Center office.
Boarding
Boarding facilities are available for both resident-owned and guest-owned horses.
Residents
$265 per month
Guests
$325 per month
Care services
- Horse care: $35 per day
- Turnout: $30 per month
- Feeding prepared grain/feed: $30 per month
- Third feeding option: $30 per month
- Hand walking (10-15 minutes): $5 per occurrence
- Lunge (15-20 minutes): $15 per occurrence
- Blanketing or fly sheet on/off: $60 per month
Feed
- Alfalfa hay: $51 per month, per feeding; $16 per bale/bag
- Orchard hay: $90 per month, per feeding; $29 per bale/bag
- Teff hay: $69 per month, per feeding; $20 per bale/bag
- Timothy hay: $99 per month, per feeding; $30 per bale/bag
- Shavings: $7.50 per bag for residents and $8.50 per bag for guests
Trailer storage/trailering
Trailer storage
Residents: $160 per year
Guests: $240 per year
Trailering
Trailering service fees for resident-owned horses is $50 per hour plus $0.58 per mile.
Sponsor a GRF horse
Sponsorship details
The Equestrian Center is one of the happiest places in the Village—thanks to its many wonderful horses. Let’s work together to keep that joy alive—please consider sponsoring a GRF horse!
Sponsorship benefits include:
- A special sign on the horse’s stall door with the sponsor’s names
- Receive an 8-by-10-inch color photo of your sponsored horse
- Visit your special horse once a month to pet and take pictures during business hours
Sponsorship rules:
- Handling, grooming or riding are not permitted
- Giving food or treats may not be given without staff approval
- Horses must remain in their stalls/paddocks and staff must supervise visits
Sponsorship rates per horse
$650 monthly • $3,500 six months • $6,500 yearly
Sponsorship includes a percentage of the cost of care and maintenance of a GRF horse, which are total board, feed and farrier costs.
We truly are grateful for the generosity of those who sponsor our GRF horses.
Please contact the Equestrian Supervisor for details on sponsorship.
