Natalia Escaip Crespo

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• Worked with two horses, each with specific training goals and needs, for 30 to 45 minutes per session.
• Focused on building endurance and muscle for one horse, ensuring proper conditioning for long-term physical development.
• Concentrated on aiding balance and promoting forward movement for a second horse, which had been started off calmly but lacked a consistent pace.
• Collaborated with a trainer to receive guidance and structure on exercises and training methods for each horse’s individual needs.
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• Assisted clients with disabilities, helping them form connections with horses and tack them up for riding sessions.
• Hand-walked horses with clients mounted, providing guidance on horsemanship and supporting their learning process.
• Supported overall horse care, including grooming, feeding, and general maintenance to ensure the health and well-being of the animals.

• 6AM- 5pm work days
• Managed 6 horses' exercise, nutrition and care.
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- Worked with a variety of horses, including two off-the-track Thoroughbreds (OTTBs), focusing on basic training to build muscle, improve focus, and reduce skittish behavior.

Trained a Haflinger, maintaining fitness primarily through work in cross-country fields, and ensuring the horse stayed calm and engaged.

- Assisted in the transition of a Thoroughbred cross from fox hunting to eventing disciplines, introducing new skills and adjusting to the demands of eventing.

Conducted ground work and long-lining exercises with a 3-year-old horse, focusing on behavior modification and readiness for riding, as the horse was not yet ready to be ridden.

-Worked on gymnastic exercises with a large Hanoverian, helping improve his jumping technique by addressing his tendency to rush.

-Provided daily horse care for three boarded horses, including stall cleaning, feeding, and occasional exercise rides as requested.

• Utilized a paper document management system to organize company files, keeping up-to-date and easily accessible data, and scheduling for farriers, veterinarians, and horse sale operations.
• Helped maintain applicant tracking systems and recruiting metrics.
• Identified the needs of barn borders efficiently.

• Began riding at Durango Farms after experience at multiple hunter/jumper barns and western barns since 2014
• Developed a strong connection with horses under the guidance of Davis Bustillos, who provided personalized coaching and fostered growth.
• Gained hands-on experience with a variety of horses, including leasing a couple to build better horse-rider relationships.
• Maintained a strong, ongoing relationship with Davis Bustillos, assisting with horse care, riding, and other needs on a weekly basis.
• Was never interested in competition, which was his main focus but he was very inclusive to me and treated me as part of the team.

• Returned to Durango Farms after Virginia and a break from riding, where I connected with Antonio Lopez, the farm's farrier from Mexico, who also worked with problem horses.
• Assisted Antonio in building his clientele for farrier services, while gaining hands-on experience in working with horses in need of training.
• Together with Antonio, I began working on horses from owners with limited time to care for them, focusing on trail work, reining, and ranch-style riding.
• Recently, we sold one of the horses I worked on, and I am currently in the process of selling two others to working ranches.
• A 4-year-old horse with behavioral issues, where Antonio rides first to ensure safety.
• A Mexican-bred horse, purchased by wealthy clients with no equestrian experience; I ride him and practice reining and ranch work in preparation for sale to a working ranch.
• Occasionally, I exercise "backyard" horses for local owners who do not ride regularly, helping to give these horses a chance to be outside and stay fit (nonprofit to us).
• Focused on building horses' endurance and fitness, working them uphill for both physical conditioning and enjoyment.
• I've enjoyed a natural, relaxed approach to riding, focusing on the horse's well-being, endurance, and overall fitness, rather than traditional jumping.
• Currently, we are working on a backyard horse that has not been bit-trained, and we are excited to learn the process of introducing a bit as part of the horse’s training.
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• Professional Development GoalsPlanning to study online courses to deepen my knowledge of horse training techniques, equine behavior, and the technical aspects of training to better explain and execute methods professionally.

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• Provided exceptional customer service during closing shifts (3 PM – 9/10 PM) by assisting customers, processing transactions, and ensuring a clean, organized store.
• Demonstrated strong communication and problem-solving skills, addressing customer inquiries and concerns in a fast-paced environment.
• Developed proficiency in closing procedures, including inventory checks, cash handling, and restocking.
• Gained valuable experience in customer service and sales while applying learned skills outside of previous environments.