All The King's Horses
ABOUT US
Erin King Jackson began riding ponies at age 8. Since then she has trained and shown hunter/jumpers, dressage and eventing. She has worked through the ranks as working student, groom, riding instructor, and barn manager in the Bay Area and overseas. Erin has a keen interest in young horses, "greenies", and prospects. She believes in creating a solid foundation in training, but also in keeping the horses interested and willing to learn. Parts of her routine include arena and round pen work as well as trail riding and occasional gallops on the beach!
Erin is currently a member in good standing with the following organizations:
- United States Equestrian Federation
- United States Dressage Federation
- Marin Chapter CDS
- American Holsteiner Horse Association
- Swedish Warmblood Association of North America
She is also current on her CPR Certification through the American Red Cross.
Erin upholds the USDF Statement of Animal Welfare and as an instructor who has completed the USDF Instructor Certification Workshops, "I acknowledge my obligation to uphold the highest standards of horsemanship both at home and when in the public eye. As a horseman, I place my rider’s safety and horse’s welfare above all else." She is sworn to the Code of Ethics.
Marin Horse Council Newsletter Interview with Erin:
Click here to read.
ATKH TEAM
Being a successful team takes more than trainer and rider. The folks listed below are those which make all the horses most comfortable behind the scenes, but are of the utmost importance to their well being. Erin highly recommends all of these practitioners.
Assistant (jumping) rider: Meaghan Ripley
Veterinarians:
Dr. Grant Miller - Sonoma Marin Veterinary Service
Dr. Carrie Schlacter - Animals in Motion
Farriers:
Tonda Husty
Sam Durham
Equine Body Worker:
Christine B. Hansen
Erin recommends monthy sessions with Chris to make sure your horse is comfortable and on the correct path of fitness and muscular development for their demands. Christine is thorough and thoughtful to each individual equine and gives feedback and exercizes which enchance the athleticism and well being of each horse under her care.
TESTIMONIALS:
by Erica Poseley
I have been working with Erin and her students for the past year. Erin's quest for continuing her own riding education and improving her teaching skills is a pleasure to see.
Her love of correct dressage and her willingness to take the time to develop her horse correctly also makes her a very good role model for her students to emulate.
I truly enjoy coming to her barn to teach. She brings a fun attitude toward learning while keeping to high standards of classical dressage. Both her students and their horses are very happy. I am sure she will continue to develop and grow as a trainer and teacher. - -- Erica Poseley [gotseat.com]
by MimiFox was broke to ride in Winter 2007 (not by Erin) and had quite a buck and stubborn streak. Erin taught me how to ride such a green horse through his fears and balkiness by channeling his energy to positive use and unlocking his forwardness. Armed with new skills and understanding, I'm no longer afraid of getting dumped, and he has gained a great new work ethic. Erin helped Fox develop lovely balanced, forward gaits and gave both of us the confidence to tackle new challenges. We are on our way, and proud to be one of the King's Horses!
by Joel Bartlett
Erin King [Jackson] is the world’s greatest horse trainer. She combines experience as a cross-country, hunter-jumper, and dressage rider and trainer with intelligence and excellent practical coaching skills. She was able to take my green broke horse, Domingo (who can be rather “energetic” at times), and make him into a much softer, supple, and manageable horse. She taught me how to ride Domingo. With Erin’s encouragement, Domingo and I entered our first horse show and won ribbons in both jumping and dressage. Erin exudes a positivity which encourages and inspires.