La Vine Equestrian

Training

Welcome to La Vine Equestrian! At Lauren's barn you are a part of an extended equestrian family.

As Lauren's student, you are responsible for the haltering, grooming, wrapping, saddling, lunging, riding, and aftercare of your lesson horse. Lauren is very patient with beginning or fearful adults, but sets the bar high for her more advanced clients, and encourages her young riders to want to do their best -- without the pressure of being perfect. There is always more to learn.

Lauren is always trying to find ways for her students to fully succeed in all that they do.

Clients with horses in training with Lauren show at local, regional and national horse shows, with amazing results. Watch for our 2009 show team!

We have many gifted artists within our ranks! Click here to view art submitted by students of Lauren La Vine.

Congrats to Maddy - for winning 2009 CALAHA Volunteer of the Year

Congrats to Kate and Adelina - for winning 2009 CALAHA Youth of the Year - Half Andalusian

Congratulations to Carol and Beau for winning USEF National Part Bred Friesian Saddleseat and Western. Beau also won all Categories Regionally.

Ruby and Isabella before a show, Isabella and her horse Amuleto, Melanie on our mare, Adelina

Clara on Cisco, Maddy on Ro

Tatie and Cisco (new rider to LaVine Equestrian), Rachel and Amuleto,

Congratulations Krull family on their first horse "Dante"

Riding is hard work, but brings a smile at the same time!

Below, Kate and Maddie work with their horses to further their skills

Congrats Beau

WELCOME to the barn - Angel, Eddie, Isabella, and Alexander - now leasing Amuleto.

Lauren's will be at the 2009 shows with:

Rublo JIM
with Mary and Reba Ross, showing country pleasure and western youth
Congrats on earning the Destinado V Trophy for Overall High Point Gelding Horse 2008: Rublo JIM

Adelina RLA
and Kurt Knechtel, Showing Halter, Lauren La Vine showing Junior Huntseat and Western Half Andalusian, Dressage shows & Pinto shows

Fabuloso AF
and Lauren La Vine

Fancy Love
shown by Lauryn Tauber

Cisco
shown by Sarah in Huntseat Youth

Adan MC aka Dante
shown by Ruby Krull in Huntseat

Pacificador
shown by Hillary Ptak in Show Hack

Beau
shown by Carol Carfango in Partbred Friesian and Dressage

Savannah
Half Arabian/Half Warmblood mare

Testimonials

"Lauren is a gifted rider but beyond that, she is a warm and wonderful instructor who takes each individual's goals and capabilities into perspective. Whether you are learning to "walk, trot" or accomplish flying lead changes, she is a patient coach who celebrates every milestone." - Margaret Black

"I have been riding with Lauren for almost 9 years. During that time, she has become a big sister to me. I have grown to become an independent and more accomplished rider with her help. I have enjoyed the many friends I have made at LaVine Equestrian." - Hillary Ptak

"Lauren has trained our daughter Ruby (age 7) for a year and a half. She has gone from a novice rider on a pony to leasing a horse and riding in her first show. Lauren's method of training kids is encouraging, safe and above all professional. She not only teaches you how to ride but how to groom, saddle, and care for your horse as if they were your own, creating a bond with your horse. Her barn is always welcoming and friendly and Lauren makes you feel like you are part of her family. Lauren and her barn are a perfect match for us. She has even inspired me to ride again. Her confidence and encouragement in my riding ability has raised my experience with horses to a new level. I look forward every week to our lessons and learning all that I can about riding and horses. Lauren is an exceptional trainer for children and adults." - Karen Krull

"I started coming to see Lauren because I’ve always wanted to own a horse, only I didn’t know the first thing about looking after one and I could barely ride at that point! She has been wonderful to learn from in terms of riding technique and horse care. She has also done a marvelous job creating a friendly atmosphere at the barn…it’s a lot of fun to be there with everyone just shooting the breeze and fussing over our horses. All in all, I can’t imagine having a better set up for my first major equestrian experience and I can’t imagine going anywhere else!" - Melanie Davis

"When I moved to Los Angeles I looked for a horse trainer that was knowledgeable, experienced, easy to work with and above all else, good to her horses. Lauren has taken my riding to a place I didn't know I could get to. And I never stop learning from her. She has pushed me while keeping it fun, bringing me back week after week for over seven years. - Rebecca Hoeschler

"My daughter began lessons almost three years ago, with absolutely no knowledge about horses or riding. With Lauren's help, encouragement, and blue ribbon instruction, Lisa has become incredibly knowledgable. The experience has been an immense confidence builder for her, and she has enjoyed the many extra hours spent with her new four-legged friends. We feel extremely fortunate to be a part of the LaVine Equestrian "family". - Shelly Djergian

"Maddy's and my experience with Lauren has been a pleasure. I was impressed with Lauren's patience wile teaching my daughter to ride and the quality of school horses available. The horses are well cared for and the barn isle's and stables are always clean and kept up. I look forward to many more years with La Vine Equestrian and to see the growth of my daughter through Lauren's equestrian experience.". - Gene Kendrick

"My mom and I came to Lauren only four months ago, and let me tell you I have learned SO much since then. Lauren is a great teacher she never really gets mad, and she is very patient with everyone. One thing I think is so odd Is that it seems like I have been riding with Lauren for years. It is like she is magical, my first ride with Lauren I learned something new. when I came to Lauren I only new one type of riding, and that was western now if you ask me to ride English well that’s just fine with me. Lauren you have done miracles for me, riding is my favorite thing in the world and now I can do it well thanks to you. Thank you so much Lauren!" - Reba Ross

"Cisco and I are delighted that Lauren has gotten us together. Lauren is a wonderful teacher, who puts safety first. Her care and affection for these beautiful animals is a joy she shares with all she teaches and as soon as mygrandchildren are old enough, something for them to share as well." - Lawrence H. Jacobson

"Our experience with Lauren has been absolutely exceptional. Not only has our daughter, Aydan, grown tremendously as a rider, she has, more importantly, grown as a person. Under Lauren's assured and experienced hand, Aydan is more confident, not afraid to take chances. She's also more disciplined and has developed respect for hard work and process - be it athletic, scholastic, or creative. There is no doubt that her continuing experience with Lauren will be an important part of Aydan's understanding and coping with life's challenges, as well as enjoying its rewards." - Dan & Randi Cohen

"My daughter, Sara, has been taking riding lesson with La Vine Equestrian for almost three years now and absolutely loves it! She is mastering English and Western with grace a confidence. Sara started when she was six and has grown as a person and as a rider over the years. Not only is she learning how to ride but how to care for the horse from start to finish. She has become very responsible and looks forward to her weekly lessons. Lauren La Vine is an excellent teacher. She is caring and shows patience, yet sets goals for the young riders! I would recommend La Vine Equestrian for all ages! It has been a great experience and we look forward to many more years!" - Jennifer Phegley

"When I met Lauren, the last thing I wanted was a "trainer"... Well I ended up with the best thing for myself and my young horse. He was young, out-of-control, and Lauren saved me. Nine years later, my Cody and I are still a team, thanks to Lauren!" - Elaine Weinstein

"My daughter Pip has been riding with Lauren since she was 8 or 9 years old. She has grown up there from a little kid to a responsible and focused young woman, and LaVine Equestrian has played a huge part in that. From riding the little ponies, to more challenging horses, to showing and participating in exhibitions, to helping the other riders she has had opportunities to develop as an athlete, an animal lover, and a friend. I don't know any other way she could have gotten what she has gotten from this experience and I am forever grateful to Lauren and all of the folks who are a part of La Vine Equestrian." - Valerie Harragin

"This is Roo at 8 yrs, and a little pregnant! I've owned her for 6 years, but this is my first real ride on her. When Lauren got her 4 months ago, she hadn't been ridden in 3 years and had no muscle tone to speak of and would have to be considered very "green". Lauren has beefed her up, shined her up (literally) and has her going so smoothly under saddle that we are considering showing her. Lauren's caretaking and training are just what Roo needed, and she has blossomed into the beauty she promised to be as a youngster. Thank you, Lauren!!! - Sandy M

Acuscope

Through her work with veterinarians and her own experience as a rider and trainer, Lauren realized there was a definite need for a treatment that compliments the regular care of injuries as well as preventing future injuries in working and performance horses. There is nothing as upsetting for a horse owner than having to lay a horse up for months at a time with nothing to do but wait for the injury to heal on its own.

Even though Acuscope has been used on humans for more than twenty years, the equine world is just now starting to embrace it. As a Certified Equine Therapist, Lauren has treated her own and her clients' horses with phenomenal success. Helping to keep a horse in top athletic condition, this remarkable therapy has contributed significantly to the performance of her clients' horses, many of them placing as National Champions in the show arena. If you are interested in this non-invasive therapy, Contact Lauren for more information.