Erika Bronstrup has been involved with horses
for over 21 years with experience in both Western and English. She is an experienced trainer with horses of all
ages, breeds and dispositions from start to finish, for show and pleasure. She
has shown in Western and Hunter Pleasure, Reining, English Pleasure, Equitation, Dressage, Jumpers, In-Hand and Harness, from
Open shows to Nationals. She was heavily involved with Morgans during her junior exhibitor years earning many top ribbons
and year-end awards. Born and raised in Southern California, she has been in the San Fernando Valley/Santa Clarita Valley
areas working as a professional horse trainer for the last nine years. She has worked for trainers in Reining, Eventing, Dressage,
and breed trainers in Morgans and Arabians. Currently based in Agua Dulce, focusing on colt starting, Reining, Western and
Hunter Pleasure, Sporthorses and trail. Whether you want to compete or just better your skills and your horses skills for
pleasure riding she can assist you with your goals. Erika works towards making solid, happy, respectful horses that enjoy
their job.
Below are some of the trainers I worked for that
had the most influence on how I train today:
Tom Foran - World Champion Reining Trainer Linda Benedik - Dressage Trainer Kristine White - Dressage
Trainer Jennifer Taxay-Kelly - Eventing Rider Rhonda & Lynn Coddington - Arabian Breeder & National competitor. I trained young horses for The
Coddington's.
Chelsea Guich,
"I contacted Erika 5 years ago to train one of my horses and give me lessons. I was given a good reference from a friend that
was having Erika train some of her horses as well. I learned a lot from Erika about riding, horse anatomy and training. Not
only was the lessons in the arena, she also felt it was important to train on trail rides. Over the time while my horse and
I were in training, a friendship also formed. Through the years I have known her, I have been impressed with the many young
horses she purchased, trained and sold to many happy buyers. Erika cares for her own horses very well and the other horses
she has boarded for training. "
Emily S., "Payton is an awesome western pleasure
and trail horse! I love him absolutely to death! I could not ask for a better horse, he is so laid back on the trails and
he gets so spunky when we show. I love his breeding and his color is amazing! He walks right up to me in the pasture everytime
i go out. He is the best horse and he LOVES people. With our MN winters the snow gets really deep, and i love riding him through
it because he just goes where ever i point his nose. I love him!! Thanks so much!"
Sue Karagianes, "My trainer and I flew from Washington state to purchase Tennesse
Waltz(Legs), and I have never regretted it. I purchased her as a 3 yr old from Erika, and she was already going
so well. Legs can be somewhat hot, but under saddle she is a dream. My trainer and I credit that to Erika's starting
of this horse. I took Legs to shows soon after I purchased her, and the horse behaved wonderfully. Erika had shown
her the summer before I bought her, and you could tell. The horse does trails without hesitation, and will work
in any bit/saddle you put her in--from western to dressage to hunt seat. Erika had shown Legs in all these disciplines.
Clinicians I have ridden with cannot believe how far along in her training this young mare is. My trainer tells everyone
what a great job Erika has done with this mare. If I had another young horse to train, I would not hesitate to send
it to Erika. Her training methods are so soft and kind. I have never had such a well trained, well rounded, young
horse."
Cassie Strong, "If you
need a horse backed for the first time or just a great rider to put some miles on your horse, Erika is your rider. She is
gentle and understanding. She has a wondrful seat and get's along great with all types of horses and their special needs."
Suzy Henry, "My Husband bought our daughter's second horse from Erika
just about four years ago. My girlfriend and I both said this horse was perfect for her within the first 30 minutes of seeing
"Wheeling Pattty". Erika's training was wonderful. The horse was
and is a gentle and sound addition to our family. Erika is a great person to deal with. She's up front and honest, and
did great work with this young horse. When it comes time for horse #3, Erika will be my first call. Best, Suzi"
