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ABOUT ME,

Hi, my name is Katrina Ragsdale, and I have been riding, training, and competing horses for over 14 years. My foundation is in dressage, where I have earned my USDF Bronze and Silver Medals and competed at regional and national levels.

Throughout my career, I have been proud not only of my own accomplishments, but also of the success of my clients, many of whom have earned USDF medals under my guidance. I have personally developed and produced numerous horses from young prospects to the upper levels, with a strong emphasis on correct training, soundness, and longevity.

In recent years, I have expanded my horsemanship into the western and barrel racing disciplines, further strengthening my versatility as a trainer and educator. Alongside this, I have grown a deep passion for teaching riders, building strong fundamentals, and thoughtfully developing young horses under saddle and through the levels.

I take great pride in producing well-educated horses and confident, capable riders, and I look forward to offering my training and lesson services to the public.

SERVICES I PROVIDE

I offer full-service training with a strong emphasis on creating a positive, supportive experience while always prioritizing the health, safety, and well-being of both horse and rider. My goal is for every partnership to leave each ride feeling confident, educated, and accomplished, with progress built on clear communication, correct fundamentals, and thoughtful horsemanship.

HORSE STARTING

I offer a horse starting program designed to thoughtfully introduce young or inexperienced horses under saddle while establishing the essential foundations needed to become a safe, willing, and successful riding or performance horse. This program focuses on correct basics under saddle, balanced development, and clear communication.

In addition to riding fundamentals, each horse is introduced to desensitization and practical training tools that can be carried forward throughout their career. These tools are intended to build confidence, improve responsiveness, and create a well-rounded, adaptable horse prepared for long-term success.

RIDING LESSONS

I offer lessons for $85an hour where I’m located in Sloughhouse CA. I will observe you and your horse and offer guidance and instruction where it is needed. I want both you and your horse to achieve your goals. I design specific training plans catered to you and your horses' individual capabilities and fitness so we can successfully accomplish your goals. I also offer offsite lessons for $100 an hour where I travel to you and teach from the comfort of your own arena within a 15-mile radius (prices go up $2 every additional mile over 15 miles) *I do have lesson horses that can be provided for beginners/intermediate riders*

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BOARDING

All horses in training and board are provided exceptional daily care with options for either stall board with daily turnout or pasture board, depending on the individual needs of the horse.

Horses are fed alfalfa and orchard hay morning and evening, along with grain and any additional supplements as requested. Fresh water is available at all times, and stalls are cleaned daily to maintain a safe and comfortable environment.

Training horses are worked according to their selected program and are cold hosed and stretched after every ride to support recovery and soundness. To ensure comfort, fly spray and fly masks are provided, and sunscreen is available for horses prone to sunburn. During the winter season, horses are blanketed morning and evening as needed.

Additional care services such as weekly bathing and re-braiding are available upon request.

HORSE TRAINING

I offer multiple training options tailored to each horse’s individual needs and goals. Outside of normal performance horse training. I offer legging up and conditioning horses for fitness and performance, physical rehabilitation, and starting horses under saddle, as well as continuing the education of already-started horses by developing correct fundamentals and body awareness.

I am experienced in bringing horses progressively through the dressage levels, as well as patterning horses on the barrel pattern. Training programs may also include hauling to jackpots and horse shows, exposure to trail riding, and introducing horses to a variety of sceneries and environments to create confident, well-rounded partners.

Each program is customized to support the horse’s physical development, mental confidence, and long-term success.