Alicia Swinton

Alicia Swinton is an established 3 day eventing trainer based at Los Lagos Equestrian Center, in Granite Bay, CA.

She is an accomplished rider through the preliminary level in eventing, has a USDF bronze medal, and has schooled intermediate. Alicia has won multiple high points, the SF jumper classic, and been awarded grants recognizing her contribution to the sport and her program developing riders. Alicia is known for her positive training methods that help horse and rider achieve their goals.

Over the past 15 years, Alicia has produced many successful riders. Her students have won USEA and USDF year end division awards, high point awards and much more. Whether in the show ring or out, no goal is too small.

Alicia started riding at 6 years old, under USEA hall of fame trainer Yves Sauvignon. At 22, she diversified her training by working with world champion reining trainers and natural horsemanship coaches, as well as other 5* eventers.

This diverse education helped her become the trainer she is today. In 2009 she opened her own riding school and training program. Her training style combines classical methods with modern techniques, with a strong emphasis on proper horsemanship and care. She encourages riders to understand their horses, the bio-mechanics of riding and set goals. Together they make a tailored plan for each individual horse and rider, to meet those goals, in a supportive and fun atmosphere along side the entire ASE team.