AF Training & Sales

10/01/2026

Sac international is complete! Cosmo moved up to the .90’s and it was still way too easy for him, we took home a 4th and a 6th out of 18 people (going slow 😉)
Our Next show is in a couple months and we will move up again to the 1.0M.

Developing young horses is such a rewarding process. It’s crazy to think I bought this boy as a gangly 3 year old and he is now 8. I’ve been completely alone in the process of his training and I am so proud of where we are today and what we have accomplished so far.
His confidence and his presence in the ring speaks volumes to how taking your time and not being in a rush with young horses is the way to go. Many people would’ve pushed this horse to do more by this age, but I am just enjoying my horse and the process of making a confident show horse.

Here’s to many more shows and moving up the ranks with my special horse Cosmo❤️🦄

09/14/2026

Congrats Jenna on your purchase of Vivian!
Also, welcome to AF Training- we are so excited to see your partnership develop and watch you two in the show ring soon🦄

08/07/2026

Cosmos first time back in the show ring in almost 2 years! He won the only class we did. Swipe for his winning jump off round! He has been such an amazing boy to develop- truly a willing and thoughtful partner. I’m very lucky to own him and develop him. Going slow with his insane growing process has been the absolute right choice by him. I will always choose the horses wellbeing over “jumping bigger” and “showing bigger”. I want my horses to be happy and live a long happy life and career. 🦄 there is no rush!

07/27/2026

Meet client horse Vivian! This incredible 3 year old mare by Riptide out of a tb mare will be for sale next week following her 90 days here at AF Training for c**t starting. Ammy friendly, super pretty mover, sound and sane. Come get her before her price increases with training. This mare is a head turner.

Building confidence, consistency, and a solid foundation. 💙 Vivian is well on her way through our c**t starting program, where every ride is tailored to develop a safe, willing, and confident horse for the future.

07/23/2026

A recent situation reminded me why I feel so strongly about honest horse representation, and I think it’s worth talking about.

As a professional trainer, my first responsibility is protecting the safety of both horses and riders.
In my career, I have only ever returned one horse to its owner because I did not believe I could safely continue the horse in my program based on the behaviors I personally observed. That decision was incredibly difficult, but safety has to come before everything else.

Because of that experience, I encourage every buyer to look beyond terms like “kid friendly,” “beginner safe,” “amateur friendly” or “bombproof.” Those labels should reflect a horse’s demonstrated behavior, not just marketing language. There are horses online for sale everyday that are being marketed as something they aren’t. If you’re searching for a horse right now or ever please be careful and always involve a professional in all horse purchases.

Out of respect for everyone’s privacy and professionalism, I will not be identifying the horse, owner, or trainer involved. My intention is not to single anyone out, but to remind buyers to do their due diligence and to encourage honest representation within our industry.

If you’ve worked with me through my consignment program, you know that I believe in complete honesty and transparency when representing a horse. I would rather lose a sale than place a horse in a home where it is not a safe or appropriate fit. My reputation has been built on matching the right horse with the right rider, even when that means having difficult conversations.

If you’re searching for your next horse, you don’t have to navigate the process alone.
At AF Training & Sales, I can evaluate prospective horses, attend pre-purchase appointments, assess temperament and suitability for your goals, and help you make an informed, confident decision. Having an experienced trainer on your side can significantly reduce the risk of purchasing a horse that isn’t the right fit or may present safety concerns.

My commitment at AF Training & Sales has always been—and will always be—to put honesty, transparency, and the safety of both horse and rider above everything else. No matter your discipline we are here to help!

05/31/2026

🌟 Now Accepting select boarders, Consignment, Training & Lesson Clients! 🌟

Looking to take your horse or your riding to the next level? I offer a full range of training and instruction designed to build confidence, partnership, and performance — for both horse and rider.
We even have a covered roundpen for all weather riding and a nice shady place to ride when it’s hot☀️

🐴 Services Offered:
• C**t Starting — patient, solid foundations that last a lifetime
• Finishing & Tune-Ups — from green to show-ready
• Show Training — Hunter/Jumper focus with an emphasis on correct, confident rides
• Beginner Roping & Barrel Racing — introducing riders and horses to the western side safely and correctly
• Riding Lessons — tailored to all levels, ages, and goals
• Consignment Sales — don’t have time to sell and prep your horse for sale? That’s what I’m here for
• Horse Boarding — quality care in a professional, supportive environment
We have stalls with runs of many different sizes, pastures with shelters, and outdoor paddocks with shelter!

Whether you’re wanting to build a better broke horse, gain confidence in the saddle, or prepare for the show ring, I create personalized programs to help you get there.
Visit Aftrainingandsales.com to learn more!
AF Stables, LLC

📍Shingle Springs CA (right off Highway 50)
📞 Message me today to book training, lessons, or reserve a stall — limited spaces available!
Call/text 530-663-6227

AF Training and Sales offers a variety of horse training programs for horse and rider. Consignment sales, c**t starting, hunter-jumper training, and more.

05/29/2026

Dewey pony absolutely shining as a future hunter star!👀😍❤️ thanks for letting us come play and having your kiddo ride him!

04/04/2026

Had some fun in the sun today with the 4:30 girls! We are so thankful to have a perfectly usable arena after all that rain we got!