Training / Lessons

Training  and Lessons at Valinor Farm

  • Erin Risso is the resident instructor and trainer at Valinor Farm.  Erin is a USEA ICP level 2 certified instructor and has successfully competed up through the Intermediate level on a horse she started.  She is also currently competing several youngsters.  She teaches and coaches young riders and adults just starting to ride through Prelim competitors. Erin uses a systematic training program to educate horse and rider and ensure that riders of all abilities can achieve success. 
  • Lisa Risso is the assistant trainer at Valinor and also teaches on a limited basis.  Lisa  is  licensed MA riding instructor and currently competes her OTTB Jericho at the Training Level.
  •  Lessons:
    Private or Group lessons available, Ship-Ins are welcome
  • Training Fees: Training at Valinor is available in several formats.  Full Training board includes full board and 5 training rides per week.  Partial training board (3x week) is also available.  
  • Send your horse to Aiken for training to get a jump start on the 2015 season.  Erin will be in Aiken in February and March 2015.  Email erin@valinorfarm.com for more info.
Aiken Winter Session 2015 Fee Schedule