Lauren ByronLocal Guide · 23 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Lauren has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleVery friendly group of folks here!
Piedmont Saddle Club
How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%90+57.2Reliability 28%94+26.5Replies to reviews 8%15+1.2Experts Score= 85Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.85SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#11 of 32 horse riding lessonsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 68%
4.9 ★★★★★ 45 Google reviews · 12 photos
89%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
0%reviews answered by the owner
Sep 2026latest review
Piedmont Saddle Club at a glance
Reviewers describe Piedmont Saddle Club as a well-maintained facility with large indoor and outdoor arenas suitable for horse shows, clinics, and weekly Cowboy Church services. Customers frequently highlight the friendly atmosphere, welcoming staff, and community engagement for both equestrian events and religious gatherings. While most feedback is positive, a few reviewers noted that the venue can become hot due to ineffective air conditioning and that some events ran behind schedule, causing delays for attendees.
- Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 45 reviews (89% five-star).
- Reviews on this page: 45 Google reviews (29 with written comments, 3 with photos).
- Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
- Most recent review: September 14, 2026.
- Service: Horse Riding Lesson serving Winston-Salem, North Carolina.
Data from Google, last updated November 5, 2026.
Score profile vs other horse riding lessons
Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and reliability; weakest: replies to reviews.
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Piedmont Saddle Club: 90/100 on this factor. Category median: 84.A
90
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Piedmont Saddle Club: 94/100 on this factor. Category median: 80.A
94
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 85.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Piedmont Saddle Club: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Piedmont Saddle Club: 15/100 on this factor. Category median: 21.F
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Star ratings
45 Google reviews we collected
- 5 stars4089%
- 4 stars49%
- 3 stars12%
- 2 stars00%
- 1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 29 written reviews
- Praise1292%
- Complaints18%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
- Staff & attitude1292%
- Quality & results18%
What customers talk about
We read 29 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Great facilities, warm and friendly staff, everyone had a good time”
People customers mention
- Church 4 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
LoriLocal Guide · 44 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★
I enjoyed the Cowboy Church this evening!!! Tuesday's @ 7pm. Everyone made me feel welcome & the pastor was great.
KimLocal Guide · 258 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
Great community for horse lovers! 2 large arenas, one covered hosting shows and haul in rides. Get on the waitlist and get involved!
SandraLocal Guide · 422 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a year ago★★★★★
Tuesday nights at 7 pm enjoy Pastor Bill speaking the Truth of God's word, also enjoy the fellowship with good food and great believers at Piedmont Cowboy Church. Wear your jeans, boots, cowboy hat if you want, or your usual casual attire. You will be welcomed. Join us in worshipping the Lord.
BillLocal Guide · 209 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 years ago★★★★★
Awesome folks the arena is well kept. People are friendly.and helpful even to newcomers... We will definitely be back next season...
Aaron9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 years ago★★★★★
I love the horse shows!🐴🐎🏇 But most of all.... I love Piedmont Cowboy Church ⛪ Tuesday nights from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.! Come worship with us and enjoy some snacks as well 🕖🕗🐄🏇💒🙏🇺🇸!!!!! We would Love to see you there!!!
BrendaLocal Guide · 68 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 years ago★★★★
Very nice facility enjoyed watching all the young people ride their horses clean everyone was friendly only complaint running behind made us wait longer to watch
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Customer reviews
4.9 ★★★★★ 45 reviews on Google · rating breakdown
Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).
Lori SearsLocal Guide · 44 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Lori has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleI enjoyed the Cowboy Church this evening!!! Tuesday's @ 7pm. Everyone made me feel welcome & the pastor was great.
Kim GuilbeauLocal Guide · 258 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kim has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleGreat community for horse lovers! 2 large arenas, one covered hosting shows and haul in rides. Get on the waitlist and get involved!
Margaret JonesLocal Guide · 64 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Margaret has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleBeautiful horses
CKenneth Daniel7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews CKenneth has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleHad a great time at the horse show
Donald MinorLocal Guide · 690 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Donald has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleExcellent
Sandra ParkesLocal Guide · 422 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sandra has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleTuesday nights at 7 pm enjoy Pastor Bill speaking the Truth of God's word, also enjoy the fellowship with good food and great believers at Piedmont Cowboy Church. Wear your jeans, boots, cowboy hat if you want, or your usual casual attire. You will be welcomed. Join us in worshipping the Lord.
StacyLocal Guide · 241 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Stacy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleNice facility and great folks.
Cheryl McBrideLocal Guide · 24 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Cheryl has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleNice people! So much Fun! Great place! 🐎🧑🌾🐴
Beverly Duval3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Beverly has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleBeautiful facility, friendly people!
Business details
- Address: 8001 Leabourne Rd, Colfax, NC 27235
- Phone: (336) 669-4534
- Website: piedmontsaddleclub.org
- Service area: Winston-Salem, NC