My daughter started with Kirin at age 7 and is now 14 years old. She has won dozens of Champion ribbons including a Champion in her first "A Rated" away show in Oklahoma!!!
We've experienced all levels of instruction from early Walk-Trot to competing in the Children's class. The trainers always place student safety first, horse safety second and everything else lower. Sometimes a trainer needs to be stern with a rider for their own safety. The Kirin trainers do this with control and always with an explanation. Encouragement is always provided hand-in-hand with criticism. Students learn many dimensions about the "Equine World" along with riding skills.
I've heard others say that Kirin/Southview horses are some of the healthiest horses in Kansas City. The quality of care that horses get whether they are school owned or student owned is amazing.
I highly recommend Kirin to anyone who is interested in a quality training program for top notch riders.
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