Training:

 Nicole Carroll Equestrian offers lessons and training in the hunters, jumpers, and equitation.  We regularly compete in a dozen or more horse shows a year, from local schooling shows to A rated shows at Woodside, Pebble Beach, The Oaks, and Leone Equestrians.  We are committed to offering a complete education for horse and rider, from the beginner to the most advanced.  Our comprehensive lessons cover not only jumping exercises, but also the fundamentals of correct position and basic horsemanship.  We offer both full and half training, as well as individual lesson packages, to suit every need. Our full training program is designed to best prepare the show-oriented horse and rider.

Full training includes:

·        6 days per week of complete work for horse and rider, including daily training rides, and/or up to 4 lessons per week

·        Blanketing and un-blanketing during colder months

·        Show maintenance, including face clipping, ear clipping, and mane pulls

·        Daily feeding of supplements (to be provided by horse owner; supplements can be purchased from NCE for additional cost)

·        Daily private turn-outs

·        Professional grooming before and after training rides

The proof is in our results!  At NCE we pride ourselves in not only maintaining our current string of successful show competitors, but also in developing horses and riders for the future.  From your first local schooling show to your first grand prix, our detail-oriented and dedicated approach consistently produces success.
 

 
Nicole Carroll

 Nicole Carroll is the owner and head trainer at NCE.  Growing up, Nicole rode for ten years with Rudy Leone of Leone Equestrians Inc., earning multiple championships and year-end awards in the junior hunter and equitation divisions.  In addition, Nicole has also worked with such notable trainers as: Kelly Van Vleck, Richard Spooner, and George Morris.  Currently, Nicole is bringing along two “horses for the future:” NCE Aragon, her Hanoverian grand prix prospect, and Smarty Cat, a five year old brother to Black Cherry, who has competed with top placing's in over 14 grand prix with Richard Spooner.  Nicole also holds a BA from UC Davis.  Nicole believes firmly in both being a role model and in teaching positive values in her students, including hard work, a love of horses, and good sportsmanship.