Testimonials
“The first time I saw Sonya ride, I knew I was watching something special. Her ease of balance, the freedom of movement her horses have, the joy in which she rides. It was something I had never seen nor thought I could achieve as a rider. Within a few weeks Sonya had my horse moving more correctly and more freely and me riding more balanced and with more confidence than I could have imagined. Sonya brings a refreshing purity of spirit I personally haven’t come across in the horse world, mixed with her depth of knowledge of biomechanics, her unwavering commitment to bring out the best in you and your horse and her kind and encouraging way of teaching all combines to make Sonya the rarest of gems.”
— Erica Tibbetts
Rancho Santa Fe, California
“Sonya is the kind of young horse trainer we all pray for. She’s kind, clear, consistent and firm in her requests. My young guy went from being incredibly resentful and petulant from a previous bad experience with a trainer to being forward, happy and trustworthy.
Sonya can RIDE.
No matter what he threw at her, giant rears and big bucks, she would calmly but firmly get him through it and show him that he’s safe in the process.
Her communication the entire time she had him was so incredible. Picking up on when he could use some bodywork, immune support and all the cute videos! It made having him away be so gentle on my heart.
Having someone with such incredible timing and clarity is so rare and I’m so grateful for her ability to spend time with him. He came home happy, confident and ready to enjoy some dressage and cattle work with me.
If you’re even considering sending your horse to her, just do it. It’s the best decision you could make for them <3”
— Celeste Lazaris, Founder BTMM
Oregon
