Training Stable

Larry Trocha Training Stable is located at the Sliding J Ranch, 40 min. south of Sacramento:
24846 N Tully Road
Acampo, CA 95220
Phone: 209-642-2804

Now is the perfect time to take advantage of Larry Trocha’s knowledge and experience. Have Larry train your horse to a higher level of performance.

Or, sign up for Larry’s "super lessons" to advance your riding skills.

Here’s what you can expect…

Expert training for every level of horse, from green colts to finished horses.

In business since 1980, Larry has trained winning horses in all three events, including association champions, circuit champions, and limited-age event champions.

Horses that Larry has trained have chalked up many wins and championships!

Some of Larry's favorites include…

"Dainty Smoothie King", 2010 ICHA Futurity Finalist
Owner: Fiina Ugrin-Jolley. Trained & shown by Larry Trocha

"San Man Shorty", 2008 Cutting Futurity Finalist
owned and shown by Larry Trocha

• "Cal Filly Bar", AQHA Superior Cutting Champion.
• "Scootum Over Tesa", WCHA Open Working Cow Horse Champion.
• "Freckle Olena", Reserve Champion Nevada Spectacular Cutting Futurity.
• "I'm An Alibi", Finalist of two west coast Cutting futurities.
• "Willy A Dell", Champion of two Pacific coast Cutting Derbys.
• "Nap O’Lena", WCHA Open Reining Champion.
• "Handle Bars Fling", Multiple Derby Finalist. NCHA Derby Semi-Finalist.
• "Home Remedy", NCHA and PCCHA novice top ten world champion.
• "Cal’s Condor", aged event finalist and multiple PCCHA Champion.
• "Mollie Montana", Pacific Coast Cutting Stakes Classic Champion.

Larry and Mollie Montana
Pacific Coast Cutting Stakes Classic Champions

Larry's training is focused on establishing a solid foundation of the basics. Then, gradually building on that foundation to produce a finished, well-trained horse. Call Larry to set up an "evaluation" appointment for your horse. It’s only $50.

Instruction that is absolutely second to none.

Larry’s lesson program is the best to be found. His unique way of teaching has produced too many successful riders to count. Larry’s students have gone on to win year-end championships, class championships, championship saddles and buckles and "most improved rider" awards.

(For the last three years in a row, Larry's students have won the hi-point Championship Saddle for their local association! And it was with a different student each year.)

As a student, you will receive crystal clear instruction that is easy to understand and fits your level of experience. Beginners, as well as advanced riders, are welcome. Call 707-480-0507 to make a "lesson" appointment.

Please feel free to call me if you're interested in having your horse trained or shown. I'll be happy to discuss with you my training and showing program.

Be sure to read my HORSE TRAINING TIME FRAME to get an idea of what to expect.

Horse Training Fees

• Cutting Horses: $950 a month on cattle. Training fee includes board.
• Reining and Working Cow Horses: $750 per month dry. $850 a month when they go on cattle (part-time cattle). Training fee includes board.
• Colts Started: $750 per month. Three (3) month minimum. Part-time cattle: $850.
• Tune up : One (1) month minimum.
• If you need your horse hauled cross country, Larry recommends these haulers: Greg Dickson of D2 Horse Transport (800-248-2645) or www.ThompsonHorseVanlines.ca or Nation-Wide Horse Transport www.nwht.net or contact Gary Mitchell of www.HorseHauling.com to find a hauler for you.

Lesson Fees

• Cutting Horse Lessons: $75.
• Cutting Horse Lessons (mechanical cow/flag): $50.
• Reining or Dry Work Lessons: $50.
• Working Cow Horse Lessons: $75.
• If you & 2 friends or more, come as a group, you'll each receive a $10 discount.
• If your horse is in training with me, you'll receive a discount rate for lessons.
• You must provide your own horse to take lessons… I do NOT provide lesson horses.

Boarding and Services

• Full board in a beded stall: $450.
• Stall with hot walker: $550.
• Stall with loping program: $680
• Shoeing: $100.
• Trailer parking: $45.

Miscellaneous Fees

• Hauling to shows: $0.35 per mile.
• Show help (loping, grooming etc.): $25 per day at the show
• Showing long distance: Equal percentage of costs… motel, food etc.
• Commission for selling your horse: 10% ($1,000 minimum).
• Creating a sale video of your horse or editing your existing video and uploading it to the web: $1,000 minimum.
• All fees must be paid in full before the horse leaves the premises… No exceptions.

To set up an appointment for board, training or lessons, call Larry Trocha at 209-642-3875.