Training Program

Blackhound Equestrian offers a customized full-training program for pleasure and competitive riders of all levels in a supportive community environment. Our talented team of trainers have consistently helped riders hone their skills at home that lead to success in the hunter, jumper, and equitation show rings. We have a proven record of taking riders and their horses from the start of their career together and developing partnerships that have long-term results. Our horses and riders have won year-end awards for NorCal and USHJA, qualified for Medal Finals, and earned championships up and down the West Coast.

We are fortunate to work out of our own private facility that features spacious stalls, large outdoor arena, indoor arena, direct trail access, turnouts, two round pens, and a treadmill. Blackhound has staff that live onsite ensuring the wellbeing of all of our equine residents. As part of our commitment to educating our students about all aspects of horsemanship, we invite expert clinicians and host educational seminars throughout the year. Upfront pricing, clear communication, and quality care are an integral part of Blackhound Equestrian.

Our training program includes daily grooming and lunch grain in addition to a combination of turnout, lunging, trainer rides, and lessons optimized for each individual horse/rider. Our treadmill is available as a supplement to enhance your horse’s fitness and training regimen.

“My daughter has been riding with Blackhound Equestrian since 2012. Over the years, and under the guidance of BHE staff and trainers, she has grown from a starry-eyed, 7-year-old girl that loves horses into a passionate and knowledgeable equestrian. I think what makes BHE unique is the community of the barn and the program grooms riders for a life-long love of riding. I chose the program because I wanted my daughter to develop a safe, well-rounded knowledge of this sport–not just how to ride, but how to care for the horse, understand and navigate the personalities and the moods of these amazing creatures, and to have the opportunity to grow in skills, confidence and responsibility. To us, there has been no better place to be.”

Training Program

– Marlis B.