Johnny Flores: AQHA Professional Horseman, World Champion, & Clinician

Johnny Flores of Flores Ranch, LLC is an AQHA Certified Professional Horseman, Clinician, and Horse Trainer. His traditional Vaquero style of starting horses has turned his horses into champions, winning the Extreme Cowboy Association World Title (2020), AQHA VRH Top Ten (2023), WCRH Ranch Riding Freestyle Open (2024 & 2023) and Extreme Mustang Makeover Top 5 (2016).

He’s devoted himself to developing his horses through the time-tested traditions of the old Vaquero ways. He’s started, worked with, and shown breeds such as Quarter Horses, Appaloosas, Gypsy Vanners, Arabians, and Mustangs.

Johnny finds a lot of joy in coaching riders to further develop their relationship with their horses. His Ranch Horse Clinics have taken Johnny around the nation helping many learn and improve in their Ranch Horse discipline. His educational content has reached global recognition! Johnny also gives international webinars and continues to help many equestrians with in-person and virtual lessons. He is always humbled to work with horses, to listen to their feedback, to gain their trust, and to develop them into confident partners.

Through various live performances and demonstrations, Johnny has educated many on the classical training techniques used by the Vaqueros, the Garrocha used by the Spanish Doma Vaquera Riders, as well as the modern American Ranch Horse we know and love today.

Johnny hopes to continue his reach by travelling the world, giving clinics, coaching riders, and helping equestrians understand their horses better. From his family ranch in Acton, California, he also offers Colt-Starting, Lessons, Clinics, and Showing.

"I’ve been to many clinics with quite a few clinicians. The ranch riding clinic hosted by Johnny has by far been the best yet! He took the time to make sure everyone felt success and improved their riding skills. A variety of teaching methods were used so we all learned in the way that worked for us as individuals. To add to what made it the best was the built in fun! Learning a new skill or growing your skills can be hard. The light mood and positive feedback really was so appreciated. Can’t wait for the next one!"

Tracy Jean, CA

I first heard of Johnny Flores through his FB video's and was impressed with his philosophy and obvious love of the horse. Attending his clinic was an affirmation of what I had seen on the video's. He has a lot of knowledge and great tools in his toolbox to help each rider improve and "homework" to keep working on becoming a better horseman. I thoroughly enjoyed his clinic and learned a lot. Thanks Johnny.

Dawn Champion, CA

"You have done an amazing job recognizing and exemplifying Oliver's talent and personality. The approach you bring as a trainer and horseman is outstanding and continuously amazes."

Manuel Granja, CA

"Even though I was an auditor I learned so much and his family were so inviting. Thank you for a wonderful time."

Virginia Leighton, CA

"His lesson was perfect for my goals. I told him that I hoped he could come back next year."

Janet Singer, MO

"Phenomenal clinics, both days!!! If you want to learn the fine art of riding and teaching your horse to a higher level, Mr Johnny Flores Horses ....Is the man!"

Kerry Zuest, AZ