TRAINING & BOARDING

Stabling

  • 2 barns, 50 12 x 12 stalls, all of which are constructed of natural wood and every stall offers an outside view
  • 20 stall paddocks for horses who are more comfortable in larger spaces
  • 14 daily turnout paddocks are used for horses in stable homes
  • Several pastures are also available ranging from 5-25 acres for spellings or retired horses


     

    Training

    Isola Stables is a full service Training Barn for the competitive rider, the novice rider and everything in between. Trainer, David Murdoch, is a true Horsemaster, having gained his extensive knowledge and understanding of the training of horses and riders through years of experience in his native New Zealand, Europe and Canada. Instruction and training are provided from the novice to Grand Prix levels.

    Isola riders are regularly in the ribbons and championships at horseshows, resulting from consistent and proper training techniques. David’s ability to identify athletic and talented horses is a huge asset to his clients. For students graduating from the Riding School and entering into horse ownership for the first time, David is very good at finding the right match of horse and rider for all levels and abilities.

    Isola riders are quite sociable and supportive of one another at the shows and at home. This creates a very friendly and relaxed atmosphere that is conducive to learning and enjoying all aspects of horsemanship.

    For further information regarding training at Isola Stables, contact David Murdoch at 650-867-8201 or 650-854-4955.

    Horseshows

    The Oregon High Desert Classics were a ton of fun this year. With 21 horses and 19 riders, we achieved much success. Congratulations to our Champion horses; Trinity, Paris, Genuine and Cruzer and to our Reserve Champion horses; Jack, O'Neil, Ned Devine and Cruzer. Congratulations to our Rider of the Day, Elizabeth.

    A big thanks to our fabulous coaches, David, Amanda and Dorothy.


    Elizabeth's "Rider of the Day" gift basket
     
    Hunter Champions, Linda and Genuine

    The Classic girls strike a pose
     
    Some of the Jumpers

    Tara and Amigo
     
    Reserve Champions Kandance and Ned

    Comfortable seating and aesthetics for our competitors to experience a pleasurable show
     
    WE won the tackroom decoration contest for the 2nd year in a row!

    Other Activities

    Rhonda trekked a few riders over to the Horsepark for the LAH Hunter Pace on August 29, 2010. What fun it was! Congratulations to first time Hunter Pacer, Vince, who brought home a 3rd placing. Well done!

     

    Labor Day games, September 5, 2010. Amanda has another set of competitive games for Isola riders to master. Pictures to come.


  • Stalls with Paddocks


    Tiffany and Archie


    Reserve Champion, Carol and Jack


    Lisa P. and Summer


    Patricia on Inkorrigible


    Mark and Raquel


    Am I next?


    Brooke on Lola


    Jane and Charlemagne


    The Hunter Pacers


    Vince's ribbon


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