There are many twists and turns in any horsemanship journey, and a clear understanding as well as effective techniques are the foundation of a meaningful and resilient partnership. Matney offers nearly 20 years of experience of horse development as well as instruction to support you in an individual or small group setting to further your skills and achieve your goals. From basic handling and care, up to getting started under saddle, as well as safety on the trail and refining western dressage, Matney can offer insights on all these topics and more to any experience level of horse and human from any breed or discipline.

2025 Rates

60 minute lesson $80

Works well for younger students with a shorter attention span OR for more advanced students that are working on something specific.

90 min lesson $105

Works well for people or horses who are just getting started in their learning, as it allows plenty of spaciousness to go over all topics and skills necessary for connecting, communicating with and developing safe partnership with horses.

Lesson horse access $30/lesson

This fee is added to the cost of a lesson anytime a client works with one of Matney’s equine teaching partners.

Travel to/from your location $35/ hr

Please email for a customized travel quote.

Training session $70

A training session involves Matney working with a horse without the owner present, or if the owner is not available to participate.

Full time training $850/ mo

Offered at Hines Ranch, Snohomish, this immersive experience for your horse will broaden and deepen their comprehension of being a partner to humans as well as increase their confidence and skills on line, at liberty, and under saddle on a loose rein and on a finesse rein. Includes 3 training sessions and 1 lesson with the owner per week.

Consultation $45/hr

If you have questions between lessons or prior to getting on Matney’s lesson schedule about your horse, horsemanship or anything else, a consultation may be a great fit for you. 

In addition to these offerings, lesson packages and group rates are available!