Experienced horse trainer (ARIA instructor) has openings for training horses. Everything from groundwork, to starting under saddle, to starting over jumps to correcting behavior problems like bucking, rearing, barn sourness, and bolting. Gentle, humane training methods and wide variety of techniques are used depending on the individual horse’s learning style. Both western methods (such as round penning) and European methods (ground driving, lunging) are employed. Specializes in hunter/jumper and dressage, but also experienced with western, driving, saddle seat and gaited horses. All training horses get experience with light trail riding and arena work.

Trainer has ridden with a number of Olympic level trainers and holds an Equestrian Science degree from William Woods University.

Farm is located in Charles City, VA. Daily, individual turnout in large paddocks with all oak board fencing. Three stall barn with stall mats, windows, fans and fly spray system. 15 acres with trails. 100x170 outdoor arena and 44’ sand round pen. Quiet, peaceful atmosphere