“Jana, thank YOU! This is “wildest dream” kinda stuff you have helped me achieve, and you keep encouraging me to reach for more. 20 year old me might not believe you if you told her what was ahead. All the trying and failing and searching that lead to finding you was so so worth it. Even on the hard days, it’s still amazing to think how far we’ve come… and we’re just getting started!” -Sylva Hamilton
“Jana is one of those coaches that is far to rare in the equine industry. Her thoughtful approach allows for progress while ensuring it is done in a way that keeps your horses well being at the forefront. Beyond even that, she’s there for you as well, working through insecurities, worries, and concerns. Jana is always there to answer questions and talk through bumps in the road all while guiding you and horse towards success. We are truly grateful and so very appreciative!” – Emma Maliff
“I have been taking lessons with Jana since November 2024. My horse and I have had massive progress since starting. Others have also noticed our progress and have asked what we are doing. I’m excited to see where we are headed. I highly recommend this service. Jana has also been easy to work with, her process is smooth and works well.” – Chelsea Headley
“I can’t say enough good things about my experience working with Jana over the past 10 weeks. When we started, I couldn’t put a halter on my mustang mare, but now we’re confidently walking around the property, trotting consistently in the round pen, handling her feet with ease, and even behaving well for the veterinarian!
Jana’s modern training philosophy was exactly what we needed. Her methods were consistent, safe, and most importantly, my horse easily understood them. She not only guided us through exercises but also explained how each one contributed to our larger goals, which really helped me stay focused and confident. I especially appreciated how Jana always put my horse’s needs first, ensuring that every step of the process was done with her well-being in mind.
I’m incredibly grateful for Jana’s support and highly recommend her to anyone looking to build a strong, respectful bond with their mustang.” – Lucy Conklin
“I have had the luxury of calling Jana my friend for two decades now. In that time, I truly can’t put to words the wealth of knowledge she has given me, the time, the patience, the coaching, and the guidance she’s instilled in me over that time. I am who I am with horses (and dogs), because of who she is.
I called her beside myself at a skijoring competition because my horse, who’s normally calm and level headed, was LOSING his mind and our normal exercises and warmups weren’t helping. The last thing I wanted was a bad experience for him or to run him with his brain all out of sorts. I was going to scratch. I called her, she talked me “off the ledge”, gave me different exercises and movements for Badger to get his energy out and brain back. I am so grateful for the moments like this that have happened in the last 20 years. Badger came back to me, was calm at the starting line, and laid down top 4 fastest time of the day.
Jana can and will help anyone. You and your horse need her… trust me. You won’t regret it.” – Marybeth Soderquist
“”Jana was one of my first riding instructors and really gave me my foundation in the equestrian world. I couldn’t be where I am today without her influence! I remember how much she cared for her students’ success, which in turn made me really care for that as well. She didn’t just teach to teach, it was her passion to share her equine knowledge with other people and that passion for horses was passed on through her teaching.
The bar was set high, and success wasn’t easily earned, but as tough as some things were to learn, Jana’s encouragement and applause was greater. I learned so many things and was given many opportunities I wouldn’t have otherwise had from my time with her as her student. The best part, though, was that Jana didn’t just teach me information, she pursued her passion with horses which in turn helped me find mine!” – Kendall Singley: Kendall’s Colt Starting & Equine Services
“”Jana offers the most top-notch coaching I have ever received. She provides moment by moment feedback throughout each session, has incredible attention to detail, and a knack for teaching feel and timing—arguably the most difficult aspects of horsemanship.
Jana is the whole package; she’ll improve your equitation, softness, and overall riding ability while helping you train your horse in the process.Jana taught me the foundational basics everyone must know, and helped me to advance my riding and training ability.
Thanks to her coaching, I was able to venture out on my own. I found that I could consistently train horses to ride without a bridle, win at ranch horse versatility shows, and plod down the trail.
10/10 recommend Jana’s coaching!” -Baylee Summer: Business Coach for Ethical Horse Trainers
“I had the opportunity to train with Jana on my horse and it was hands down one of the most rewarding things I’ve ever experienced. I never thought that I could’ve accomplished the level of body control we did and the partnership with my horse. The things we learned built on one another and allowed us to always be learning and growing. She was so good at giving clear instructions that even if I didn’t know what the goal was, we could perform the exercise and keep learning. I will forever be grateful for the training and confidence Jana gave me to have so many versatile adventures with my trusty steed. Many thanks, Jana!” – Stephanie Sanders