Force Free Horse
$100/hour
estimated price
Horseback riding goals
Riding style
Responds within a day
Introduction: Equine trainer based out of Orange, with a focus on positive reinforcement/force free/stress free training methods.
A competitive
background in high level dressage, jumping, english, western, barrels, cutting, reining, trail, and endurance.
As a horse behavior specialist, I know that understanding horse behavior, biomechanics and psychology and applying them to everyday training is key to developing a horse that's easy, successful, and safe to ride... and a rider that is confidant, capable and accident free.
Equally important is implementing
management changes that mimick a horses natural state and environment as closely as possible so you're working with the nature of the horse not against it.
My goal is to teach the use of effective and ethical training methods, along with proper care and management to develop a partnership between a horse and rider... A team that can be taken into any discipline and level. Creating a horse that's suited for any type of riding without sacrificing the horses well being or the riders personal goals.
Overview
Hired 5 times
Serves Orange, CA
Background checked
2 employees
21 years in business
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash.
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Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, responsiveness, and value.
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Jen K.
May 6, 2023
I cannot saye enough good things. Great value. The value is much greater then the cost. I thought I knew horses turns out I didn't. I have a deep understanding about horses now 30 yrs later. care training and how the horse brain thinks. I will recommend to any one, she does it all. Apply what she tells you and it's a miracle.
Julie C.
Apr 28, 2023
Victoria is an amazing trainer. She helped my horse recover from the after effects of hind gut ulcers. Before Victoria I couldn’t brush her, bath her, pick her feet or approach her without her getting upset…. After working with Victoria we finally got our awesome horse back! Thank you for helping us understand what she was telling us.
Mary R.
Jul 15, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
Hired on Thumbtack
I hadn't been on a horse for 60 years so was a little nervous. Victoria made me feel at ease, also she was patient and encouraging. I've scheduled my next lesson and highly recommend!
Details: 65 years or older • No experience • Fun and relaxation • No, I do not have a horse • Western • Once a week • At the pro’s location
Force Free Horse's reply
Thank you Mary! It's been rewarding watching your progress. I'm impressed by your willingness to learn and try more intimating things!
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Lauren H.
Jul 2, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
Hired on Thumbtack
I had so much fun with Victoria! She knows horses and really makes you feel safe, especially if it’s your first time or if it’s been a while since you ridden. I felt like she was really responsive toward my own personal riding goals and was willing to go the extra mile to help me meet them. Her horse is very well trained and safe. Definitely going back for more!
Details: 26 - 44 years old • Beginner • Fun and relaxation • Trail riding • No, I do not have a horse • Western • English • What the instructor recommends • Once a week • At the pro’s location
Force Free Horse's reply
Thank you Lauren :) I enjoy working with you. You're very responsive to instruction and I like your willingness to challenge yourself. An ideal student for sure!
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Ericka A.
Jun 15, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
Hired on Thumbtack
I really enjoyed my horse back riding lesson with Victoria, she is really patient and kind! She is very observant too, she goes over everything you need to know about riding a horse, and safely doing it.. she carefully watches you and tells you what to do and how to do it better, and Mercedes (the horse) is super gentle and sweet! I don’t have much experience with horses and loosing fear of these gentle giants and feeling comfortable with the horse is big deal! I honestly felt safe and comfortable! I will definitely be going back for more lessons! ❤️
Details: 26 - 44 years old • No experience • Fun and relaxation • Trail riding • No, I do not have a horse • What the instructor recommends • As recommended by professional • At the pro’s location
Force Free Horse's reply
Thank you Ericka! It's a pleasure working with you. Your body awareness, natural form, and ability to listen to instructions make you my favorite type of student! I've been very impressed. 👍🐴❤️
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Victoria Bardales