Hiring a new trainer or instructor is a big decision that will affect you, your horse, and your pocketbook. Although looking through a website like this can be helpful for gathering information about a particular professional, I want to provide a more personal introduction to me and my work by sharing what some of my clients have said about their experience with me.

“Kristin is knowledgeable in both English and Western riding. She gives very clear directions and feedback and never makes me feel like the “clutz” I sometimes am! (She will) video record you while you’re riding so you can see just what you are doing correctly or incorrectly. She asks me at the end of the lesson what I have learned which makes me think about and focus on the lesson. I think I get more out of it that way.“

P.C., Bellvue

“Kristin’s knowledge and patience combine to make her an excellent instructor for those of us with life experience but not horse experience.”

P.H., Livermore

“She is knowledgeable, patient, calm and listens well. She recognizes areas for improvement and makes valuable suggestions. She not only has the student’s best interests in mind, but is also always aware of the horse; its attitude, its feelings. She will work with your horse so it learns by guidance, not force – ending on a positive note so that the horse leaves the lesson feeling good about itself and its performance.”

M.S., Berthoud

“We chose to work with Kristin as horse trainer and riding instructor for our granddaughters on the recommendation of our farrier. He is a very knowledgeable equine person and, since he knew our requirements, he could only come up with two who would fit the bill. After one training session with Kristin we knew she was exceptionally qualified as a trainer and we needed to look no further. She is a professional who is very conscientious and caring;  gentle in her manner, yet positive in her approach.  When compared to other trainers we have had over the years, she is more methodical in her training regimen; keen to assess the needs of the horse and the manner in which to proceed. We would recommend her to anyone who needed a positive, goal-oriented trainer that is a pleasure to work with and understands one’s needs.”

D.L., Loveland

“You are really good with figuring out [my husband's] personality and I
am glad that he is willing to work with someone as he hasn’t ridden with
any trainer for a really long time. Thanks for being there for him.”

L.L., Wellington