Client Testimonials

“As an adult re-rider, Claire helped give me the confidence to get reacquainted in the saddle. Wanting to get back in the show ring with my horse, she has created a structured, positive and no pressure environment for lessons. She is instrumental in helping me reach my goals.” — Judy

“Claire has a special passion for what she does and it shines through when working with both her riders and their horses. She has a positive approach to coaching her students and she has helped me move from a beginner to successfully competing this year in “A” rated shows. She has a magic touch in training horses and has quickly brought my horses along to winning top ribbons at the shows this summer. I wouldn’t be anywhere close to where I am today without Claire’s coaching and constant support.” — Ava

“I am an adult amateur owner who took a hiatus from the show ring. Claire helped give me the confidence to get back in the show ring and make it FUN again.”

— Melanie

“I bought a new horse this year, and without Claire’s guidance I wouldn’t be where I am now. After only six months we are competing at A-Rated shows across the state—a testament to both Claire’s patience and her coaching, which have helped lead me to success. Her talent and kindness not only pushed me to be the best rider I could be, but also gave me the security that I needed to step out of my comfort zone.”

 — Lauren

“Claire Affleck Training has given our daughter so very much. Over the years, she has developed into a strong and capable equestrian. She progressed small local shows to the national stage, with Claire guiding her each step of the way. She has deep knowledge as well as deep wisdom about horses and riders. Claire’s focus on mastering each level before moving on to the next, her attention to detail, her expectation that her students will work hard, and her skills in simultaneously encouraging and challenging her students are unparalleled.

Claire also creates a barn environment that makes her students want to be there. She expects kindness, diligence, and good will toward all. On the show circuit, Claire’s riders are known for being friendly, supportive, and fair. That her students consistently win awards for sportsmanship is no coincidence.”

— Brigid

“[My son] Chance started riding in September of 2020 at the height of the pandemic when we werent allowed to do much. He wanted to give it a try. It was the best choice that we've ever made! He has grown and progressed into such a knowledgeable rider in the last year and a half and has already done one horse show with more to come this season. He's really found his niche with horses and is such a natural. He's become confident and fearless and looks forward to being at the barn every week and of course horse camp! We are so blessed to have Claire. Her knowledge and love for horses can't be matched by anyone else. Chance has learned so much and even as one of the few boys of the barn never ever wants to leave. He loved Claire and can't wait to have many more years learning from her.”

— Nicole

“I was 63 when I started training with Claire. Though I had ridden western style when I was a teen, I had never had any formal training and rode only a couple times in the ensuing almost 50 years. I am not and have never been an athletic person - in fact I'm quite a klutz, but in the 6 years I've been with Claire my health has improved tremendously, my balance is the best it has ever been, my self-confidence has grown immensely, and my joi de vivre is off the charts! I acknowledge there is a risk in horseback riding but Claire minimizes that risk. Her primary focus is on rider safety. She continues to train herself, taking courses to hone her teaching abilities and gain accreditations, and working one on one with her own personal trainer to further her extensive riding skills. The feeling of exhilaration I get from accomplishing a great lesson is indescribable! Claire loves her horses, takes great care of her clients, and is one of the kindest people I have ever met. I am healthier, happier, and so very thankful to have Claire as my trainer and friend.”

— Kathy