Dressage Built on Trust, Precision & Shared Commitment
Developing confident riders through correct training
Exceptional dressage begins with preparation. For more than 35 years, Tanya Vik has guided horses and riders through every stage of development with intentional instruction, purposeful progression, and a commitment to correct training. As a Grand Prix rider, trainer, and competitor, she combines deep technical expertise with an exceptional ability to break down complex concepts and explain the "why" behind every ride. Whether your goal is to compete at the highest levels or simply become the best partner for your horse, you will find that the Tanya Vik training program is a structured system of respect so that you and your horse confidently reach your full potential.
INSIGHT
Tanya has a keen understanding of meeting horse and rider where they are and what techniques will help them grow.
PREPARATION
Every level is earned and every detail is meticulously addressed from horse care and facility management to instruction for competition
COMMUNITY
We are a carefully cultivated group of competent and reliable, horse people. We support each other in our continuous learning and the horses' needs.
Our Facility
Located in Petaluma, CA, our beautiful facility sits conveniently close the Marin/Sonoma County Line, Highway 101, and San Francisco. Our horses are fed 3x per day and stall are cleaned 2x per day. Blanketing and turnout is included with board, full care options are available.
Designed by Tanya herself for efficiency and the horses’ mental and physical well-being
Spacious 12’x16’ stalls with attached all-weather turnouts for horses' socialization
Large covered arena with premium footing for year-round training
Rider lounge and tack room with full-height lockers for organized efficiency
Train with Tanya Vik
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35+ years training and developing horses up the levels and competing through FEI
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Numerous CDS and USDF Championship titles at all levels and National Top 10 lists
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Currently training with David Hunt of Great Britain and credits her strong foundation to the late Sandy Howard, Lilo Fore, Andrew Murphy, and Mary Wanless
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Coach for amateurs and professionals and their horses to FEI levels
“Tanya translates complex concepts to solve any training puzzle. She can read the rider and the horse. She gets the best out of both of us”
“Tanya’s riders are prepared; there is a game plan that has been discussed. When you get to the show ring, you are ready to go.”
“We have the best barn family — the best I’ve ever had. Everyone watches out and helps each other."