Read What Students Are Saying About Us!

Sea Horse Ranch is hands-down my favorite barn! The scenery is gorgeous and I loved the trails and beach access. The facility is great, everything is always clean, safe and in working order. The arena has great footing and an amazing view! In the 8 years I’ve had my horse he and I progressed the most during the two years we were able to work with Barbi. She is very good with the horses and has a very understandable and clear teaching style. Thanks for everything!

Elise Torres, student

Sea Horse Ranch is my favorite barn on the Central Coast. Not only is their training GREAT, and the access to trails and the beach TREMENDOUS… both hard to come by! But, it’s also not bad having a view of the rock and (oceanfront) waves while you’re riding. And, the horses have excellent treatment. I never worry about my horse if I have to leave for the weekend, or just can’t make it out for a day. Thank you Barbi for all of your support and encouragement over the past couple of years! I feel like my riding has improved greatly and I know I wouldn’t be where I am with Trax without you!

Kelly Hanseth, student

So much of what I’ve learned during my lessons with Barbi goes far beyond the dressage arena. Besides the incredible feeling of those ‘Aha!’ moments when things just click and understanding dawns, under Barbi’s tutelage I’ve developed a sense of focus that is impacting every area of my life. And with that increased focus has come a new confidence, a real sense of accomplishment and a knowing that I am getting beyond the fear of what could happen and into the place of what is happening.

And what is happening is that I’m having the time of my life!

So thank you Barbi—for your patience, your insight, and your steadfast belief in the changing power of dressage for not just for the horse, but for the rider.

Kathy Rendon, student

After many years working and raising a family I decided to return to my passion of riding. I was smiled on by the gods and started my dressage career at the beautiful Sea Horse Ranch. Barbi has been a great inspiration as well as a great teacher. Her passion for teaching classical dressage and her dedication to her students is amazing. After leasing one of her lovely horses she helped me find my own partner and with her expertise has turned us into a competing pair. When I took my horse to his vet check he was deemed appropriate for my novice level, but I was told not to expect much from his ‘hockey stick’ gaits. With her skill, knowledge and patient guidance, she has helped him become softer, rounder and an athletic mover. I see her give the same intense devotion to every student and horse regardless of level or talent. Whether you want to improve your riding or your horse, move up a level or start competing, if you have the desire, Barbi will get you to your goal.

Christina Sugarman, student