Training Methods
The best interest of the horse is Erin’s
number one priority. Her training methodology minimizes pressure and
maximizes learning through a relaxed and systematic approach. Her slow
and steady structure avoids any gaps in training.
Erin is careful to individualize programs to the fitness, conformation,
and ability of each horse. She is sensitive to the feedback horses
give so they will never be exhausted mentally or physically, because
a tired horse is not conducive to learning.
She teaches horses to be respectful without being afraid, and to be
sensitive without being reactive. The horses are forward thinking and
moving, secure, and always eager to come out to work.
Training sessions are varied to keep horses interested. They include
arena and round pen work, trail riding, cavaletti, and jumping (if
appropriate). Erin does extra special little things for each horse
just as if they were her own.
Currently Erin is furthering her Dressage education with USDF Gold Medalist and Certified Instructor Christine Rivlin. She rides her own horses as well as client horses in clinics as much as possible. Some of her favorite clinicians include Volker Brommann, Axel Steiner, Jane Weatherwax, and Manolo Mendez. Erin has recently begun host clinics with Erica Poseley at Dickson Ranch to focus on improving rider's seat, position, and effectiveness on the horses.
Training packages are available for starting young horses, horse and
rider training, sale horses, and rehabilitation horses.
Please call or email for details about a customized
training package to suit you and your horse.
"I have been privileged to have Erin King
as a trainer at my barn, Wyvern Farm, since early 2006. During
that time, I have personally observed her exceptional skill in
working with difficult horses with significant retraining issues,
and in starting young, unbroken horses. Erin is patient, explicit
in her expectations, but tactful and sensitive to the individual
natures of her equine charges. She is skilled in work both on the
ground and under saddle. Her young horses in training are exposed
to a variety of experiences, both in and out of the arena, and
to work over fences if appropriate. They learn to look forward
to their sessions, and to develop a positive outlook toward their
training. I would recommend Erin to anyone wanting the best start
for their horses." ----- Liz Lewis,
Owner, Wyvern Farm
"My young Lusitano stallion had been in dressage
training for about three years when it seemed that he needed something
extra, so I asked Erin to train him to jump. Erin has been enthusiastic,
professional, tactful and caring. I have only positive things to
say about the way she has handled and trained him. Plus, I now have
a horse who jumps and does dressage. I am not the only one who is
pleased - his dressage trainer has remarked on how the jumping has
benefited him." ----- Rebecca Olmsted
"Erin brings a positive attitude and an encouraging spirit
to her work with horses. These qualities along with a quiet manner
are what make her successful in giving young horses confidence in
their work and an eagerness to learn. She is committed to the animals
under her care and is to be admired for the integrity she brings
to her business".
-----Vicky Menear, MD
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or email for prices.
