Daehling Farms stands out as one of northern California’s most prominent thoroughbred starting and training facilities. Lead trainer Mariah Coles and assistant trainer Luis Pena have significant experience in properly preparing young horses for their career on the racetrack. As a team, they bring their professional knowledge and passion for horses and the industry to every prospect in the training barn.

With over ten years’ experience as a professional trainer, Mariah Coles career first began training off-the-track thoroughbreds for a successful second career. As her knowledge and experience grew, she began starting, training and preparing thoroughbreds for the racetrack. Our staff take pride in starting a well-minded, willing and confident horses. Our staff have an excellent and strong reputation with numerous trainers, and owners continue to be happy and pleased with her work.

For over ten years, our clients have recognized the immense abilities of assistant trainer Luis Pena. Together as a team, Mariah and Luis will start and ready your prospect for the racetrack in 45 – 60 days at a reasonable rate. At Daehling Farms, we do not cut corners. We also recognize that transparency and communication with our owners are vitally important. Mariah and Luis apply the right techniques to ensure that each horse is properly cared for, safe for their future riders and ultimately ready for their lives ahead as successful winners!