TRAINING SERVICES
Steele Yard offers multiple options to suit you and your horse's needs. The following options are currently available.
Our facility offers 150x350 indoor textile jumping ring, 15x15 stalls with attached runs, grass turnout paddocks, hacking trail, round pen, eurociser and treadmill. There is a staff member onsite 7 days a week and security cameras around the property. Each horse's feeding program is specialized to fit their individual needs.
Our program focuses on confidence in both horse and rider, while building skills to achieve goals. We have flexible lesson hours to accommodate most schedules. Showing or non-showing clients of all levels are welcome. Haul-in or at show coaching available.
We travel to competitions all over the west coast, whether you want to show on the AA circuit or local schooling shows, our yearly schedule has something for everyone.
Full training
Half training
Haul-in training and lessons
In- barn leases of SY owned horses. Full, half & quarter leases at reasonable rates.
Sales and Lease horses
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he training of both horse and rider provided by Matty Ringel is above regard. She is a kind, and informative teacher who goes out of her way to help you learn regardless of the style you ride. I have watched her take horses with little training or know-how and turn them into quality mounts that will put you in the ribbons at every show. As a trainer, Matty is one of the most competent people I have come across in my almost 20 years of riding. As a person, she is generous and enjoyable to be around. I have learned more in the time I've been riding with Matty than I have in the last 10 years and her knowledge is invaluable to me. I don't plan on ever leaving Steele Yard or Matty!
- Korinna Noordewier
I cannot say enough good things about Matty Ringel! I am 50yrs old, been riding my whole life, but mostly western. I had some anxiety riding english and jumping for the first time, but Matty was so patient and supportive! She knew how to switch my cues from western to english and to show me how sensitive my horse was to those cues. Matty always believed in me, even when I didn't. I had a few setbacks, and she would take a step back with and help me get past my insecurities. Matty has given me the confidence to be the rider I've always wanted to be, she is encouraging, patient and above all she is kind. She has changed my life for the better.
- Shelly Mcdonough
I am lucky to call Matty my trainer. She is dedicated to making sure I succeed with all of my riding goals. She always keeps an open mind while teaching, and always finds a way to boost my confidence. We regularly share a laugh during my lessons, which isn't something you find with every trainer. I have been riding with her for a few years and I have come a long ways.
- Reagan Gould
I can’t say enough positive things about Steele Yard Training and the instructor, Matty Ringel. I am in my 50s and had never ridden or sat on a horse before. Matty has safely and steadily built my skills and my confidence. When she senses I might be hesitant about trying something new, she teaches me in a way that makes perfect sense and makes me want to do it. At the same time, she’s not afraid to say, “Not quite yet, you’re not ready for that.” And that is very important! She also always keeps the horse in mind, and when her keen eyes see something off with them, she immediately makes adjustments where needed, for the horse’s safety and mine. Matty inspires me to want to learn more and practice more, and even participate in a show. Through her and Steele Yard Training, I’ve met really wonderful people whom I now call friends. I highly recommend!