Swan Training

04/06/2023

Proudly offered for consideration:
Valet Crazy Fly

“Crue” is a jumper dream come true! He has a huge stride, brave, and an amazing jump. Imported Fall of 2021, he has show mileage through the 1.40 in Europe and through the 1.20 in the US. He could cross over into the equitation ring.
USEF number-5755924
[email protected]
503-349-0314

04/06/2023

For consideration:
Hamburg: 2012, 16.1 Dutch Warmblood gelding by Tornesch.

"Ham" is a very classy hunter, with lots of show miles from the 2'3 up to the 3'6. A hack winner with an extremely sweet personality, this stunning guy has three wonderful gaits, smooth lead changes, and is an absolute pleasure to ride. Located in Wilsonville, OR - He will be available to try at Paso Robles Welcome & Spring Classic series. Contact [email protected] for more info.

USEF #: 5531310
Low sixes

12/24/2022

✨ Hiring for head show groom ✨

We are looking for a head show groom for a top hunter/jumper barn in Wilsonville, Oregon. This position will require grooming at shows and at home, show travel, and potential for riding opportunities for the right person, previous experience is a must. Housing at home and at shows is provided, potential to bring your own horse as well.

The ideal candidate will work well with a team in a fast paced barn, take direction well, and be self motivated. Needs to be punctual and extremely reliable. 5 days per week at home, will be required to work show and travel days. We have a great group of top quality show horses and an extensive show schedule, with fun clients and team. Please send a resume with previous experience and references to [email protected].

Responsibilities:
Show grooming and care at shows
Manage grooming team at shows & organize schedule
Feeding hay & grain
Tacking/untacking horses
Show setup & take down
Turn-out and lunging
Basic first aid & health care
Grooming & bathing
Bandaging
Maintenance clipping & mane pulling
Prepare horses for hauling
Ability to haul cargo trailer is a plus

Qualifications:
Must be eligible to work in US
Have valid drivers license and reliable transportation
Must be able to life at least 50 lbs
Pass background check

12/20/2022

As I sit here in Palm Springs at DIHP, with three layers and a coat on, I know my cold-blooded lizard self is going to be in for quite the shock when we head home to Oregon. I hear we’ve officially entered winter (hello, snow??!). However, there is one thing to be thankful for – that our sport is a year-round one, and we have the facilities and tools to continue our training at Whip ‘n Spur even when the temps get a wee bit chilly....

As I sit here in Palm Springs at DIHP, with three layers and a coat on, I know my cold-blooded lizard self is going to be in for quite the shock when we head home to Oregon. I hear we’ve officially entered winter (hello, snow??!). However, there is one thing to be thankful for – that our sport i...

12/20/2022

/ The great playwright Shakespeare once said, “to clip, or not to clip; that is the question.” Of course while I definitely just made this up and it is not even close to the actual philosophical musings in Hamlet, choosing if and when to clip your horse is still a very important decision! With the cooler, rainy Oregon winter upon us, I think it’s a great time to look into some things that factor into whether or not a slick new haircut is the right choice for your horse in the winter....

/ The great playwright Shakespeare once said, “to clip, or not to clip; that is the question.” Of course while I definitely just made this up and it is not even close to the actual philosophical musings in Hamlet, choosing if and when to clip your horse is still a very important decision! With t...

09/10/2022

September Blog: HELMETS & SAFETY! No matter how experienced you are, how calm your horse is, or how confident you are that there is no way you’re coming off - an accident is just that, an accident. Remember that our athletic partners are living, thinking animals and weigh hundreds of pounds. Sometimes, no matter how many steps we take to prevent a spook, a stumble, or an oops, it happens....

Helmet safety!

06/11/2022

The past few years, we’ve had to take a good look at what biosecurity means for us humans. We’ve changed the way we interact with each other, taken steps protect ourselves in public places, and overall shifted to a mindset where we are more cognizant of how disease is spread. With the outbreak of EHV-1, we’ve really had to do the exact same thing with our horses....

https://swantraining.net/biosecurity-for-horses/

The past few years, we’ve had to take a good look at what biosecurity means for us humans. We’ve changed the way we interact with each other, taken steps protect ourselves in public places, and overall shifted to a mindset where we are more cognizant of how disease is spread. With the outbreak o...

04/25/2022

Woke Up Lovin' aka Lovey is a 2007 black thoroughbred mare. Lovey has competed through the 1.10 with her previous owner and with her current owner she has competed in the 2'3" -2'6" hunters and the .75-.90 jumpers. Lovey loves to jump and is a blast to ride. She is good on the trails, sound, no vices. Lovey is a super horse and very easy and fun to have in your program. Please contact Beka for more information

https://swantraining.net/product/woke-up-lovin-black-thoroughbred-mare-for-sale-in-oregon/

Lovey loves to jump and is a blast to ride. She is good on the trails, sound, no vices. Lovey is a super horse and very easy and fun to have in your program.

03/28/2022

Here at the ol’ Whip, we are extremely lucky to not only have 2 arenas and a Grand Prix field, but each of those arenas have a different type of footing and grade. Plus… all of the gorgeous hilly trails we have access to in the spring and summer! So… what makes one footing better than another? What are the advantages to having access to different kinds of footing?...

https://swantraining.net/footing-soundness/

What makes certain kinds of footing better than others, and how does it affect your horse's performance and soundness?

11/24/2021

Looking for your next equine partner? Swan Training currently has two talented youngsters available for your consideration:

WT Jasmine: This young lady absolutely loves her job! Wonderful flatwork, with 3 lovely gaits and just the right amount of go. "Jasmine" is currently showing in the .90m, ready to move up to the 1.00m, with the scope and athleticism to go higher!

K Del Cabo: This flashy young gelding has all the qualities needed to develop into a top hunter. "Cabo" is the hack winner and has earned top placings in the baby green hunters. This sweet boy has a wonderful personality and amazing potential!

Please contact Beka at [email protected] for more information on either of these two unicorns!

11/24/2021

ISO: PT Groom

Swan Training is searching for a part time groom to work Sundays and Mondays! Duties include grooming, turn out, general horse care. Previous horse experience is a must. Candidate should have reliable transportation and be over the age of 18. Please send resume to ariel @ swantraining.net.

11/23/2021

Think about it: when you are on course, whether it’s at home or at a show, how many strides are you taking for every one jump? We spend way more time in the ring between the jumps doing what Beka calls our “homework” than actually hopping over fences. The quality of your flatwork directly correlates with how rideable your horse is and how successfully you and your horse can answer the questions posed in a course, which makes quality flatwork the foundation of our sport....

https://swantraining.net/the-importance-of-flatwork/

Think about it: when you are on course, whether it’s at home or at a show, how many strides are you taking for every one jump? We spend way more time in the ring between the jumps doing what Beka calls our “homework” than actually hopping over fences. The quality of your flatwork directly corr...

11/04/2021

✨ ISO Assistant Trainer ✨

Opportunity for an Assistant Trainer to join the team at Swan Training located at Whip n Spur Farm in Wilsonville, OR. The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast paced show barn specializing in hunters and jumpers. Should be comfortable teaching students at all levels. Lots of riding opportunities with the opportunity to show for the right candidate. Must be a team player willing to assist in all aspects of the program. Please send resumé with references to [email protected].

10/21/2021

With crispy colored leaves, pumpkin spice lattes, and pink fuzzy ugg boots, comes BLANKETING WEATHER! As we all know, Oregon can be quite the drama queen when it comes to temperature and precipitation levels, especially during the transition into autumn. And as many of you (hopefully) know, we have many different types of blankets for our horses here at Swan Training for both inside the barn and out in turn out....

https://swantraining.net/blanketing-101/

With crispy colored leaves, pumpkin spice lattes, and pink fuzzy ugg boots, comes BLANKETING WEATHER! As we all know, Oregon can be quite the drama queen when it comes to temperature and precipitation levels, especially during the transition into autumn. And as many of you (hopefully) know, we have....

10/14/2021

09/20/2021

There is a well-known saying in the world of equestrian sports: “no hoof, no horse.” Keeping your horse’s feetsies healthy and strong is absolutely imperative to its soundness, and is critical to their overall wellbeing. Especially in the wet and humid Oregon winters, we need to be extra mindful to take the time and steps to ensure proper hoof care. Here are some tips, tricks, and things to look out for!...

https://swantraining.net/no-hoof-no-horse-the-importance-of-hoof-care/

There is a well-known saying in the world of equestrian sports: “no hoof, no horse.” Keeping your horse’s feetsies healthy and strong is absolutely imperative to its soundness, and is critical to their overall wellbeing. Especially in the wet and humid Oregon winters, we need to be extra mindf...

09/18/2021

Swan Training is hiring!

ISO a groom for a top hunter/jumper show barn in Wilsonville - previous experience with horses is a must. Please send résumé with previous experience and references to [email protected].

Responsibilities:
Feeding hay & grain
Turning out horses
Basic first aid and health care
Tacking up horses
Grooming and bathing
Lunging / Eurociser
Bandaging
Occasional stall cleaning
Body clipping (minimal- legs etc.)
Minor stable and fencing repairs

Qualifications:
Must be eligible to work in the US
Have valid drivers license and reliable transportation
Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs
Pass background check

The ideal candidate will work well with a team in a fast paced barn, take direction well, and be self motivated. Needs to be punctual & extremely reliable. 5 days per week.

08/25/2021

When you think about your horse’s performance, there are so many factors that influence soundness, health, and willingness to do the job we’ve asked them to do. As riders, it’s up to us to set our horses up for success! Your horse doesn’t speak English (if it does, please notify me immediately because I have some pressing questions), so we have to be exceptionally in tune to our horse’s body and behavior to see what they are “telling” us in regard to their wellbeing and happiness. ...

https://swantraining.net/does-your-saddle-fit/

When you think about your horse’s performance, there are so many factors that influence soundness, health, and willingness to do the job we’ve asked them to do. As riders, it’s up to us to set our horses up for success! Your horse doesn’t speak English (if it does, please notify me immediate...

08/03/2021

Looking for your next unicorn? Swan Training has some wonderful horses available looking for their next partner!

Debutante, a darling 2012 grey thoroughbred mare. “Diva” is a fantastic and safe first jumper with just the right amount of go, perfect for taking a rider from cross rails up through the 1.00m. Uncomplicated, not spooky, super easy to work at home and shows. this wonderful lady is a confidence builder who is consistently in the ribbons.

Audiheir 3, a 2006 bay gelding who is the perfect first Hunter . This handsome guy happily competes through the 3’ Hunter and equitation but is safe enough to start a rider over cross rails with auto changes and sweet expression that catches the judges’ eyes. uncomplicated and easy to ride.

Pretty in Pink is a 2015 grey thoroughbred mare. is a lovely mover with a willing personality. Very sweet and easy to have in the barn. Has potential to develop in several directions. Asking $5️⃣k.

Please contact [email protected] for more information!!

08/02/2021

Offered for sale: Audiheir 3
https://swantraining.net/product/audiheir-3/

Swan Training is excited to offer for consideration Audiheir 3, a 2006 gelding who is the perfect first Hunter. This handsome guy happily competes through the 3’ Hunter and equitation but is safe enough to start a rider over cross rails with auto changes and a sweet expression that catches the jud...

08/02/2021

Debutante
https://swantraining.net/product/debutante/

Swan Training proudly offers for sale Debutante, a darling 2012 grey thoroughbred mare. “Diva” is a fantastic and safe first jumper with just the right amount of go, perfect for taking a rider from cross rails up through the 1.00m. Uncomplicated, not spooky, super easy to work at home and shows....

07/23/2021

SOLD - - - Swan Training proudly offers for sale DHF To The Moon, a 2015 American Warmblood gelding. This handsome youngster is as versatile as they come, with show miles in dressage, hunters, and the jumper ring, he is a three ring horse in the making! With stunning buckskin coloring, a great personality, and wonderful brain, Elias is sure to grab attention in whichever direction he is developed! He is available to try at the Oregon High Desert Classic weeks I & II. Please contact Beka at [email protected] for more info.

07/15/2021

K Del Cabo will be available try to at OHDC I & II! This stunning dude has all the potential to be a top hunter with a wonderful personality. Contact [email protected] for details.

New Eq horses added to ProEquest.com homepage ✨
Listed by: Sunnybrook Elite Riding Club Brooks Equestrian Tilley Show Stables Ilana Halpern LLC Sky High Equestrian Center, LLC Swan Training

07/03/2021

Hey y’all, I have a question for you. Do you know what your horse eats every day? What kind of grain and hay, how often, and how much? If you can, I want to give you a huge high five and a Kit Kat. But if you can’t - a) don’t feel bad, you’re not alone, and b) I’m here to share some of my newfound nutrition knowledge with you!...

https://swantraining.net/purina-feeding-the-performance-horse/

Hey y’all, I have a question for you. Do you know what your horse eats every day? What kind of grain and hay, how often, and how much? If you can, I want to give you a huge high five and a Kit Kat. But if you can’t - a) don’t feel bad, you’re not […] Continue Reading

06/08/2021

Swan Training proudly offers for sale High West, AKA Rye, a darling 2017 hunter prospect. This gelding is calm, sweet, with a wonderful expression and dreamy gates. Uncomplicated to jump, he is going to be the quintessential hunter! Email [email protected] for more information.

https://www.proequest.com/horse/high-west?keyword=&horse_name=High+west&field_ad_type%5Bsale%5D=sale&

Swan Training proudly offers for sale High West, aka Rye, a 2017 gelding by Fandango HX. Rye is the quintessential hunter prospect. He has a lovely naturally balanced, smooth, and rhythmical canter. Rye loves to jump and although he has just been started over fences, he is very uncomplicated at the....

05/20/2021

Who is so PUMPED for the Jeff Cook clinic this weekend?! We are so lucky to have the opportunity to host clinicians like Jeff at Whip ’n Spur, I know I always come out of these weekends tired (hallelujah for London Fog lattes), a little sore (thank you epsom salt), but with a whole bunch of new “a-ha!” moments and exercises (bring a notebook!)....

https://swantraining.net/tips-for-riding-in-a-clinic/

Who is so PUMPED for the Jeff Cook clinic this weekend?! We are so lucky to have the opportunity to host clinicians like Jeff at Whip ’n Spur, I know I always come out of these weekends tired (hallelujah for London Fog lattes), a little sore (thank you epsom salt), but with a whole bunch […] Con...

04/20/2021

Swan Training, a prestigious hunter/jumper program based in Wilsonville, Oregon, is searching for an addition to our team! We have full-time, part-time, working student, and intern positions available. Duties include grooming, turn out, general horse care, and riding opportunities are a possibility depending on experience. Potential opportunity to bring own horse, please email [Email hidden] with resume, riding experience, references and availability. Candidates must be 18 or older, must be reliable and have own transportation.

03/29/2021

Each year, we recognize a member of our Swan Training Team who exemplifies both horsemanship and sportsmanship. This can be a rider, a parent, vet or farrier, or one of our amazing staff members. I have spent a lot of time thinking about who that person is for the 2020 year. It was a very trying year and all of you are very worthy of the award....

https://swantraining.net/2020-horsemanship-sportsmanship-award/

Each year, we recognize a member of our Swan Training Team who exemplifies both horsemanship and sportsmanship. This can be a rider, a parent, vet or farrier, or one of our amazing staff members. I have spent a lot of time thinking about who that person is for the 2020 year. It was a very […] Cont...

03/25/2021

On a scale of 1 to “OMG I can’t believe it’s happening”… how excited are you that the 2021 show season is actually underway?! Because I’ll tell you - if I had a can of Bubly™ I’d be popping it right about now just thinking about getting in the show ring. I know I’m not alone; the last year has been so challenging for all of us (and our horses) mentally, and while we were lucky to have a few shows last season I keep thinking about one blessing: how much growth and training we had....

https://swantraining.net/horse-show-preparation/

On a scale of 1 to “OMG I can’t believe it’s happening”… how excited are you that the 2021 show season is actually underway?! Because I’ll tell you - if I had a can of Bubly™ I’d be popping it right about now just thinking about getting in the show ring. I know I’m not […] Contin...