Phil’s  Training Methods:
Teaching respect through proper communications is the foundation to Phil’s training program. Phil will help you develop this communication skill to achieve a respectful relationship with your horse. Whether you need a colt started from the ground up, or finishing touches on a seasoned horse and everything in between, Phil is available to help. Phil’s first session with you and your horse will be an assessment of the following:

1.     Catching your horse

2.     Grooming your horse

3.     Tacking your horse

4.     Ground work with your horse

5.     Riding your horse

The assessment includes the horse’s response to all of these steps. Phil will outline the issues and step you through a plan to resolve them.

"Phil and Sharon helped me overcome my fear of getting hurt and helped me to become a more confident rider in both the arena and the trail. Photo left taken at Cronan Ranch in Coloma CA, a favorite riding and training spot. Phil and Sharon took me out on trails to teach me and my horse how to maneuver real obstacles!"
Melissa B. 
Somerset, CA.  

Why Phil is Different?
Mobile Training –

Phil will help you with your horse at your house, in your environment and aid you when dealing with stressful situations at other locations such as; trail or other arenas.

For the Rider:

Phil works with you to communicate with your horse to achieve the proper response. Phil’s clear instructions during these sessions have helped many troubled riders become better communicators with their horses.

For the horse

Horses learn to trust and respond through repetition and consistency.

It is not about teaching, it is about communication. Phil’s natural training methods include groundwork and respect for the handler, which is needed to get the results you desire with your horse.

Areas Served:
El Dorado County , Amador County and Sacramento County .

Training Services:

• Round Pen

• Ground Work

• Trailer Loading

• Trail readiness

• Desensitizing

• Safety

• Tacking & Grooming

• Beginning under saddle

• Advancing under saddle

• Colt starting

• Communicating with your horse

• Tune ups

• Basic Horsemanship

• Training & Lessons for Advanced Riders

• Problem solving

• Solving people problems for horses

• Lessons

Contact Phil to schedule your lesson or training session:
(530)363-5058