Ashley Wilson-Hammer Reining Horses

Ashley Wilson-Hammer: Professional Reining Horse Trainer in Scottsdale, Arizona, 15+ Years of Excellence

Discover the dedicated horsemanship of Ashley Wilson-Hammer, a highly-regarded professional horse trainer based in Scottsdale, Arizona. With nearly 20 years of experience training and coaching in the Phoenix area, Ashley has built a reputation for developing focused, athletic horses and confident riders. She is the founder of Ashley Wilson-Hammer Equine Performance (also known as Ashleysbarn), where she specializes in reining, ranch riding, and youth coaching.

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Trainer Experience

Ashley Wilson-Hammer’s journey is defined by a lifetime in the saddle. She grew up training and showing in various disciplines before settling in the "Valley of the Sun" to focus on reined cow horse and reining.

For nearly 20 years, she has been a mainstay of the Arizona circuit. Her program is recognized for:

• IEA Leadership: As a carded IEA Coach, she provides a pathway for middle and high school students to compete in reining without needing to own their own horse.
• Multi-Discipline Foundation: Her early background in diverse Western events allows her to coach ranch riding with a high level of "pattern precision" that judges look for in the show pen.
• Collaborative Training: Together with her husband, Mike Hammer, she operates a family-oriented training facility that prioritizes horse welfare and student growth.

Ashley Wilson-Hammer’s Impressive Achievements

•  Ashley is a consistent presence in the winner’s circle at regional and national performance events:
• Inaugural Best of Show Ranch Open Champion (2016).
• NRHA Professional & AzQHA Listed Trainer: A long-standing member of the professional horseman community in Arizona.
• Regional IEA Championship Coach: Consistently leading her youth teams to regional and national qualifiers. 
•  Ranch Riding Pioneer: One of the first trainers in the Scottsdale area to pivot toward the Ranch Riding discipline as it gained national popularity.

Equine Performance Training Program

At Ashleysbarn, the focus is on a comprehensive, horse-centric training model that balances physical conditioning with mental preparation.

• Reining & Ranch Riding Foundation: Ashley specializes in the technical maneuvers of reining—stops, spins, and circles—while also excelling in the "versatility" requirements of modern ranch classes.
• Individualized Performance Packages: Her program includes training rides, turnout, and specialized nutrition, ensuring each horse is treated as an individual athlete.
• Youth & Non-Pro Coaching: Known for her ability to simplify complex maneuvers, Ashley helps riders understand the "feel" of their horse, making her a favorite for those competing at the regional level.
• Stallion and Prospect Development: She has a proven track record of taking young prospects and turning them into reliable, "plus-earning" show horses.

Ready to Start Training? Contact Ashley Wilson-Hammer Today!

Phone: (480) 510-5365

Email: ataylorw@gmail.com