We have trained many horses and have
loads of satisfied customers for you to speak to. We offer everything
from starting to tune-ups to finishing touches. You can be as much or
as little a part of the training as you wish. You are more than
welcome to be here while training is being done. We are not ones who
train in "secret". We train with a gentle but firm hand. We take bits
and pieces from many different trainers, from natural horsemanship to
practical show ring experience. Your horse will be worked 4 - 5 times
a week. We will start out on the ground making sure all the ground
work is done. Then we progress to the saddle. Horses are worked both
by Kate Waterford and under her supervision by her qualified riders.
We even take them trail riding when they are ready.
Included is full board with a stall (read the "Boarding" section for
the amenities) and one lesson per week either on your horse or a school
horse until your horse is ready for you to ride it.
"How long will this take" you ask? It depends. We have had horses
come in for a one month refresher. These horses were already fully
trained and just needed a "tune-up". Then we've had youngsters come in
who we've worked with for a month or two on all the ground work, sent
them home for six months, then they have come back for their saddle
training. Please do not expect to find a fully trained horse from not
knowing anything to fully trained in a month. We set realistic goals
with you when you contact us about training. Training takes time.
Rushed horses end up with gaps in their training. We like to see
horses stay with lessons once they go home as well. You can either
trailer here, or we can come to you. (It is hard to find lesson times
to travel, however, so this schedule can be a little less consistent).
"How much does it cost" you ask? Training board is $650 per month. As
stated earlier, this includes your horse being worked 4 - 5 times a
week, one lesson per week, and all the full board amenities.
Contact us for more information and availability.