Karla Flippin Western Riding Lessons and Training Information

Information on training and lessons from Karla Flippin

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		"Karla is a very patient teacher. She communicates with my 6 y/o just like she was a tiny adult. She explains what she is teaching and allows the child to be an active participant with her horses, no matter how same the rider be. They end each lesson with a treat to Quick and a hand wash. We are very happy with Karla and her horses." -Veronica Cano

		"Karla Flippin’s skills as a horse trainer and riding instructor are superb! Not only have I learned horsemanship from Karla, I have learned how to communicate much better with my horse. Under Karla’s riding instruction, I have become a confident rider, as well as learning about the care of horses. I highly recommend Karla for beginning riders just getting started or for the experienced rider who wants to fine tune and improve on their horsemanship skills. Thank you so much Karla!!" -Caroline C-C

		"Karla is the perfect instructor for me. Her lessons are not limited to sitting on the back of a horse and riding. She teaches overall handling on and off the horse, how a horse thinks & behaves, and explains why for everything she's teaching. She continuously reinforces everything she teaches and is extremely patient." -Kari

		"Want to ride like a pro? Want a dream horse who performs like a champ? Want to have a great time, win competitions, then ride off into the sunset? Then Get Karla!! We've been with her for the past two years and, with her guidance and patience, have won blue, red, yellow, white, and pink ribbons; entered an Extreme Cowboy competition; placed 4th at ETI National Trail Trials; joined a Mounted Assistance Unit; and much, much more!! Couldn't have done it all without Karla's expertise :)" -Karen and Wullie

		"Basically, my niece Marie has been taking lessons almost every Sunday since April 2009. Marie is eight years old. Technically she is disabled but you would not know it by seeing her. She is categorized as having spina bifida. She wears braces on her legs and has other issues. Although, lately she has not been wearing them. So you can imagine her riding lessons have been therapeutic as well fun! Marie has enjoyed learning from Karla. Karla has been patient with Marie. She has gained strength in her legs and she has learned to focus. She has improved in her riding. In the beginning, Marie could not get on the horse by herself. Now she can get on by herself, with little help. Marie looks forward to her lesson every weekend. We are all very happy she has a hobby and a sport she can do." -Monica Lopez

		"Karla continues to be a pleasure and honor to work with. Karla always keeps it fun, interesting and I can’t say enough about Karla’s patience. Karla has a never late, always prepared, work ethic. I'm relatively new to horses and always have questions about something.Karla takes the time with me to get it right. In the horse community Karla has a ton of credibility stemming from life time of horse experience. I drive by several stables from Huntington Beach to train with her at L bar S Ranch and its worth it. Karla has the gift of teaching in a way of making things make sense and easy. L bar S is a private stable and folks are friendly. Its a great experience. I’d highly recommend Karla to anybody.She is worth it." -John Getz

		"As a beginner I couldn't of found a better trainer. Karla understands the level of training for anyone who is looking to learn how to ride. Each week Karla gives me the skills and knowledge to become a better rider. I enjoy each lesson and feel a sense of self confidence. "Thank you Karla for your time and effort!" -Sonia Ruiz

		I count myself very fortunate to have found an instructor such as Karla. She is so knowledgeable and she has answers to all of my questions. Each lesson is different and engaging. Karla is very patient and works with me until I complete each lesson successfully. Not only am I learning how to be an effective rider, I am also learning how to work with horses on the ground; making me feel well rounded. Karla's horse Quicksilver has been the perfect horse for me to learn how to ride on. The combination of Karla and Quick amounts to lessons that leave me feeling comfortable and confident. See you at my next lesson Karla! -Vanessa Royo

		My beautiful Rocky Mountain Gaited horse.....would not gait, and not from lack of training....just not proper training. How many times have we all heard that?? The very few times I managed to slide her into a mock gait she promptly went into a teeth shattering trot. After 1 month with Karla, she was gaiting, after 2 months she was side passing, yielding, backing and transitioning into the wonderful horse I always dreamed she could be. Karla is patient, kind and certainly takes control effortlessly and seamlessly. I have complete faith and trust in Karla and her ability to conquer what I thought was an impossibility. Karla is the BEST!! *-Ashley*

		I always wanted to learn how to ride and Karla helped make that dream become reality. I was an absolute beginner, but before I knew it, I was grooming, saddling and riding Quick! With her patience and diligence, Karla gave me the confidence to ride comfortably and learn how to work with the horse as a team. Yes, it was challenging but at the same time, a lot of fun and rewarding! Karla has a great sense of humor and she is very encouraging. Every lesson is a little bit different and there is always something new to learn. She is so knowledgeable about equine behavior, and I've really enjoyed learning about the horse's survival instincts and how to interact with a horse appropriatly. Best of all, I am learning about myself. Karla helped me realize that working with horses can make you a better person - more confident, strong and poised. Thanks Karla! *-Michele*

		Our young granddaughter, Serenity, has been taking riding lessons from Karla for the past month. Karla has been very patient and thorough with such a young rider. She has taught Serenity the basics of riding and the importance of proper care of a horse. Serenity has been thrilled with this experience and always looks forward to her next meeting with Karla and her horse "Quick". We feel that the time Serenity has spent with Karla and Quick has helped foster a growing love and respect for horses and that is a very positive aspect of her development. We feel very fortunate to have been referred to Karla and thank her very much for all that she has done! *- Dave and Kyle*

		My daughter has had a wonderful experience taking lessons with Karla. She started when she was just five and is now seven. Karla is one of those adults who is gifted working with children. One of my favorite things about her lessons is that she teaches my daughter not only to ride, but to care for the horse as well. My daughter loves her lessons, loves riding, and loves Quick and Karla! She has learned so much, and Karla makes sure to keep her on her toes. It has helped my daughter "come out of her shell" and given her a great deal of self-confidence. The ranch is a lovely place and holds a special magic for my daughter. *-Margaret*