Board and Training
$1500.00/month
At Dream Horse AZ, we prioritize the well-being and development of both horse and rider. With 4-5 days of tailored training each week, we focus on meeting the individual needs and abilities of your horse, while aligning with your personal goals and expectations. To enhance your riding skills and deepen your connection with your horse, we encourage you to participate in a weekly lesson, included in your training fee. To ensure a solid foundation and understanding for both horse and rider, we require a minimum commitment of 60 days, although we highly recommend extending this to 90 days for optimal results. Join us in this journey to enrich your equestrian experience!
Beautiful Tucson, AZ
We have an easily accessible property located just 10 minutes from the I-10.
To help combat the Arizona heat, we offer a beautiful covered arena, an enclosed mare motel, and a covered shed row with full-length runs.
Our facility features a large arena, a complete obstacle course, and easy access to trails.
30 days is not enough!
Developing a well-rounded and well-trained horse takes years and is worth the investment. Quality training is not quick, and good trainers are not inexpensive. When you take an unstarted horse to a trainer, 30 days is simply insufficient—the bare minimum should be 90 days, and longer training periods are even better.
Yes, training costs money. Owning a horse comes with expenses that cannot be avoided. It’s essential to choose a trainer who is honest about these costs and not someone who is simply trying to keep your horse longer for financial gain. Attend training sessions whenever possible, and don’t hesitate to ask questions. For most horse owners, 30 days of training does not provide enough time to step in and build on the horse’s success. Taking a horse out of training too soon can lead to a poor experience, affecting both the horse and the owner, as it may result in unfair blame directed at the trainer for not having a “broke” or kid-safe horse within 30 days. Keep in mind that what your horse and the trainer accomplish together after 30, 60, or 90 days is not necessarily reflective of what you and your horse can do together. You need to be actively engaged in the training process, seeking lessons, and learning for yourself in order to recreate the education your horse is receiving.
After 90 days of training, you can expect your horse to have a solid foundation of the basics. What those basics entail will vary depending on the horse's age, individual characteristics, and the trainer’s methods. However, it’s important to understand that after this period, your horse is not “finished” and may not be safe for beginners. Having the expectation that the horse will be fully trained in this short time frame is unfair.
Remember that your horse won’t necessarily retain everything they have learned once they return home unless you continue working with them consistently, using similar skills. Set realistic goals and invest the necessary time that your horse deserves. It’s worth it!
