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Welcome to SpringPferd Training Stables.   We work with multiple equine breeds over fences and flat work in Jumper/Hunter and English disciplines.

We are accepting new horses and students in training.  Feel free to contact us if you’d like to discuss a placement in our program.  Our philosophy is a simple one – “Intelligent horsemanship and performance through analysis, compassion, cooperation and confidence for both the horse and rider.”

We strive to maintain an atmosphere of positive reinforcement so our students and their equine partners can retain life lessons in a relaxed frame of mind.

At SpringPferd Training Stables we can propel you and your horse into reaching your highest potential.

Services

Our training and riding program is headed up by John von Haas. With more than 30 years of experience in the equestrian industry he has the knowledge to help you and your horse.

  • Riding Lessons –
    • Private and Semi-Private
  • Training –
    • Flat Work
    • In Hand
    • Over Fences
    • Troubleshooting
    • Tune-ups for show and sales
    • Training and riding for promotional sales video
  • Assessments –
    • Equine pre-purchase evaluation
    • Rider skills
    • Equine behavioral problem solving

About

John von Haas


At the age of seventeen, John began his equine career at the end of a lunge line. He had to post bareback, which helped create an unshakeable seat and an outstanding sense of balance.  In barns around the PNW, John started by cleaning stalls, assisting trainers and grooms, exercise riding and working his way up through the barn hierarchy and even managed a herd of 64 head of riding horses. Over the years, he knew he wanted to pursue a career with equines and still loves the smell of morning alleyways, the horses and doing the usual duties of feeding, grooming, riding and managing, that comes with the lifestyle. 

Teaching by example and being mounted during lessons, John demonstrates the theory and mechanics of riding, proper hand/leg cues and getting a connection with our equine partners .  His students leave their lessons with a better understanding of those theories and their practical application.

Although he is considered a Thoroughbred expert and off-track rehabilitator, John is also known for his work with Oldenburgs, Dutch Warmbloods, Hanoverians and other warmblood breeds.  He trains everything from baby greens, on the flat and starting over fences to seasoned horses that need a tune up or finishing work and, of course, everything in between.

Contact Us

We are looking forward to hearing from you. Please feel free to get in touch via cell, text or email.

SpringPferd Training Stables
Providing services in Oregon and Washington

Phone: 
(971) 832-4715 – due to large volume of spam calls, texting is preferred.  If you call please leave a message for a return call.

email:
John
Joanna

 

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