Jonathan “JR” Robles Reining Horses

Jonathan “JR” Robles: Professional Reining Horse Trainer in Sherwood, Oregon, 13+ Years of Excellence

Jonathan “JR” Robles: Professional Reining Horse Trainer in Sherwood, Oregon, 13+ Years of Excellence

Experience professional reining horse training and world-class colt starting with Jonathan “JR” Robles, the founder of JR Horse Training. Based in Sherwood, Oregon, at the premier Clover Oak Ranch, JR is an NHRA Professional celebrated for his “compassionate performance” philosophy. By blending high-level reining with the principles of natural horsemanship, JR develops elite athletes that are mentally sound, physically responsive, and ready to excel from their very first ride.

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Trainer Experience:

A truly effective training program is one that adapts to the horse, not the other way around. Jonathan Robles has built his career on this philosophy, specializing in Reining, Colt Starting, and Dressage. With approximately 13 years of professional experience, JR’s path into the industry is uniquely inspiring; he didn’t start working with horses until age 24. Initially cleaning stalls to learn the basics after a background in college football and professional basketball.

Holding degrees in Psychology and Sociology from the University of Oregon, JR utilizes his education to bridge the communication gap between horse and rider. He views his work as “live art,” influenced by natural horsemanship legends like Ray Hunt and Tom Dorrance. Today, he operates full-time out of Clover Oak Ranch, where he provides a holistic training environment that treats every horse with the patience and individualized care of a therapist.”

JR Roble’s Impressive Professional Achievements

JR has quickly risen from a “self-proclaimed underdog” to a headline name in national colt starting and reining competitions:

· Road to the Horse Wild Card Champion (2022): Swept all three rounds in Fort Worth, Texas, to earn a spot in the World Championship.

· Road to the Horse World Championship (2023): Finished in 3^rd place overall in Kentucky, winning the first two rounds and receiving the prestigious Jack Brainard Horsemanship Award for his selfless display of horsemanship.

· Colt Starting Reserve Champion (2016): Earned national recognition at the Wrangler NFR Cowboy Christmas in Las Vegas.

· Reining Freestyle Invitational Winner (2019): Took 1^st place in the Western States Stock Horse competition.

· Featured Clinician: A headlining educator at major events such as Equine Affaire (Ohio and Massachusetts) and the Northwest Horse Expo.

· International Impact: His reputation for connecting with horses has led to invitations for clinics as far away as Australia.

JR Horse Training Program

At JR Horse Training, the goal is to produce a well-rounded athlete that is light in the bridle and happy in their work. JR’s program is highly selective, focusing on long-term development rather than quick fixes.

· Elite Colt Starting: JR requires a minimum of 4 months for young horses, ensuring they are never rushed and receive the proper foundational groundwork before a rider even enters the stirrup.

· Performance Reining: Specializes in developing confident prospects for NRHA-aged events, with a focus on precision maneuvers and mental longevity.

· Natural Horsemanship & Dressage: Integrates dressage exercises to improve a horse’s suppleness and body control, creating a versatile and high-performing athlete.

· Coaching & Lessons: Includes weekly lessons for owners within his training program to ensure the partnership continues to flourish once the horse returns home.

JR’s philosophy emphasizes that “patience is competitive.” By slowing down the process and prioritizing the horse’s mental well-being, he achieves higher-caliber results that endure throughout the horse’s competitive career.

Ready to Build a Better Partnership? Contact JR Robles Today!

Phone: (503) 410-4820

Email: jrhorsetraining@gmail.com

Last Updated: Jan 27, 2026