Ride with Passion.
Train with Purpose.
Achieve with Victory.
Welcome to Victory Training Center!
Horse Training, Boarding & Lessons
Located in Akron, NY, just outside of Buffalo, Victory Training Center is dedicated to developing top-quality horses and riders, making a lasting impact in and out of the show ring. Our facility is built on a foundation of exceptional training, expert horse care, and a supportive, drama-free environment. Whether you're looking for boarding services, seeking top training, or eager to learn and grow through lessons, we are committed to helping you achieve success.
Our professional yet family-friendly atmosphere ensures that every client feels at home, whether they are here to compete, take lessons or simply enjoy the journey with their horse. We take immense pride in our proven success, with an impressive record of national and world championships across multiple breeds and disciplines.
While our center is renowned in the Arabian, Friesian, Saddlebred, and Morgan horse communities, we proudly welcome riders and horses of all breeds. As we continue to grow, we are dedicated to expanding our farm to provide an even better experience for our clients.
Join us in Akron, NY, and experience the Victory difference – where champions are made and dreams come to life.
Testimonials
"If anyone is looking for a stress free way to spend some time, while getting enjoyable exercise, try taking a riding lesson with CJ Dressel at Victory Training Center! The farm is well kept and the horses are beautiful and easy to be around. CJ is supportive in her approach to teaching riders of all ages. She incorporates sound safety practices to minimize risk. I can attest to CJ's vast experience with horses. She has shown a horse I bred that was being marketed for sale! Recently, I personally took a riding lesson with her. I am out of shape because it has been many years since I have ridden. I put my trust in her and she helped me realize that I might in fact be capable of riding once again!"
-Betsy Kubiak, Owner and Breeder Sugar Hill Farm LLC Victor, New York
We love it at Victory training. Courtney is so knowledgeable and a great trainer! Despite all of her knowledge, she maintains a sweet, humble, fun nature to be around. It is obvious she loves the horses and loves sharing that enjoyment with others. Courtney works tirelessly to provide a clean, happy and fun environment for the horse and clients
- Jody
"Courtney Dressel has put in the time and effort coupled with her talent and love of the Horse industry to be a shining light for years to come."
-Brian Murch, Trainer at Strawberry Banks Farm
"CJ is a remarkable trainer and instructor. I would send my own horses to be trained by her. She turns out soft willing happy world champion quality horses and riders. She is very knowledgeable with her many years of learning under the nations top trainers at the worlds top competitions and incorporates her own unique twist."
-Tracy Erickson , Owner/Trainer/Instructor at Sky Walker Stables
"My daughter Victoria has loved taking riding lessons with CJ. She has learned a lot in a short amount of time and is always excited to go! Thank you CJ for all you do!!"
-Maria Hardy
I very much enjoyed my experience at Victory Training last season. My horse was very well cared for and seemed very happy there. His training was very progressive and we were happy with the results
- Norma
"I worked in the past with horses in different disciplines from ranching to top Quarter Horse and Arabian Show Stables in Colorado . I moved back to Buffalo and had to step away from my passion for a while . I wanted to get back into riding and went and called different barns to find western equitation to be told they did not offer it . Courtney was recommended by a friend . I contacted her and started back in lessons with Courtney . She made me feel welcome- rebuilt my confidence and felt welcomed and comfortable immediately. I now, thanks to Courtney own a horse who is boarded at Victory Training Center . She cares for the horses in her barn as if they were her own. I never worry if I am unable to get out to the barn Tye is taken care of in all ways! Victory Training is welcoming to all disciplines abilities and ages. The indoor arena and pastures are beautiful. I have seen Courtney bring out the best in all the students and horses she has in training and watched her and the horses she has worked with in the show ring win top honors . I have been to and watched riders at some of the top shows and Courtney is one of the best She has the knowledge - abilities and talent and compassion to help you with training / finishing your horse or learning to ride . She is calm and encouraging and all you Seniors- take lessons and get into a new hobby or like I did- return to what you love with Courtney and Victory Training Center."
-Ginny Callahan
Contact
12287 Clarence Center Rd
Akron, NY 14001
CJ Dressel, Owner/Trainer
Call or text: 716-560-5732
