Professional Directory


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Shopping
It's All About the Horse
Contact: Cindy Murray

Primary/Mailing Address:
3115 W. Parker Rd.
Plano   Tx   75023
Primary Phone: 972-964-6736
Fax: 972-964-6947

Email Address: csmurray@itsallaboutthehorse.com
Website: http://www.itsallaboutthehorse.com

Services: Fine English Tack, Apparel for Horse and Rider, Equestrian Gifts, Accessories and More!

Specialty/Expertise: Tack and Saddle Repair, Blanket Cleaning and Repair

Online Tack
Contact: Kai Handt

Primary/Mailing Address:
1765 Southview
Wylie   TX   75098
Primary Phone: 9724427544

Email Address: Kaihandt@uswarmblood.com
Website: http://www.uswarmblood.com

Secondary Address:
1765 Southview
Wylie   TX   75098
Phone: 9724427544

Services: We are a Full Service Tack Shop. We have a limited assortment of everything you need to ride, from boots to helmets for the rider. All the tack a horse will ever need. Plus treats and goodies for our four footed friends.

Specialty/Expertise: We specialize in imported Warmbloods.

Client Info.: We have excellent instructors for all ranges from beginner to Grand Prix. Our main instructors are Kai Handt, Christian Heineking, and Shahram Aminzadeh.

Credentials: Owner is a German FN Trainer, and all assistant trainers are certified trainers.

Facility Info.: 2 indoor arenas, 2 outdoor arenas, cross country course, 43 acres of riding trails, individual turn out paddocks


Training/Instruction
Amber Clarkson
Contact: Amber Clarkson

Primary/Mailing Address:
10900 Merlot Ct.
Frisco   TX   75035
Primary Phone: (214)534-6000

Email Address: amber@northernlightsequestrian.com
Website: http://www.northernlightsequestrian.com

Secondary Address:
Whispering Farms Equestrian Center
Prosper   TX   75078

Services: An English riding program designed to accommodate horses and riders of all ages and levels, from beginners to serious competitors.

Specialty/Expertise: Teaching and training with an emphasis on Dressage and Natural Horsemanship. Specializing in giving young horses a clear and confident start.

Client Info.: All ages and all levels. Private or semi-private format.

Credentials: BHS educated at Queen Margaret's School in Duncan, BC Canada.(http://www.qms.bc.ca/equestrian.htm) Graduate of their Horsemanship Program, please see link for additional information. CEF(Canadian Equestrian Federation) Level 1 certification, certified to teach beginner through intermediate riders in all english disciplines. Parelli Natural Horsemanship Levels 1 and 2 graduate.

Facility Info.: Indoor and outdoor arenas. Covered round pen. Airy stalls with overhead fans,auto waterers, lots of natural light, ceiling fans and fly spray system. Individual tack lockers, hot/cold wash racks, grooming stalls, overhead and ground level viewing lounges. Access to trails. Individual or group turn out. Full care.

Anthony J. Schmitz Dressage
Contact: Anthony Schmitz

Primary/Mailing Address:
12028 F M 428 E
Aubrey   TX   76227
Primary Phone: 940-231-8363
Fax: 940-440-2220

Email Address: scfajs@att.net
Website: under construction
Phone: 940-440-2333

Services: Providing training for both horse and rider in the pure, time-honored European Classical Principles.

Specialty/Expertise: Utilizing longeing, long lining, cavalletti and trail outings in addition to arena schooling. This varied program, plus correct gymnastic exercises under saddle, brings the horse relaxation, resulting in the release of endorphins that allow him to take pleasure in his work and gain self confidence. The horse develops the proper musculature necessary to move up the levels with little challenge as he is prepared for the new movements that will be asked of him. These same tools teach riders the proper position and correct application and timing of aids while developing core muscles, leg strength, quiet hands and an effective seat to assist their equine partner in reaching their goals for a pleasurable and rewarding partnership.

Client Info.: Accepting students from Novice through FEI competitors. Also accepting horses of all ages, breeds and disciplines for training with a firm belief that all horses benefit greatly from correct dressage training. Highly effective instructing skills with great enthusiasm and energy. Showing and bi-monthly clinics offered. Assistance in purchasing an appropriate horse, if desired, through either local connections or European contacts. Trips to Holland arranged for the Stallion Sale if interested in purchasing Dutch Warmbloods at exceptional prices.

Credentials: Anthony J. Schmitz, Bereiter, Instructeur Diploma, Federatie Van Nederlanse and recipient of the Silver Pin, a National award for excellence in riding accomplishments in the Netherlands. Apprenticed two years at the Amsterdam Riding Centre upon graduating from college and was then invited at the young age of 27, to become Director and Senior Instructor at the Training Center in Deurne. Short listed for International Competition in dressage and jumping. Owned, managed and trained both horses and students at his barn, ranked as one of the top ten barns in Holland, guiding many students through to FEI. Beloved and sought after Trainer in CT. prior to his arrival in Texas by his desire to reside more closely to both his and his wife’s family in Dallas and southern Oklahoma.

Facility Info.: : Anthony is Chief Trainer at Southern Comfort Farm’s ‘School of Classical Horsemanship’. Full care boarding with emphasis on personalized care & nutritional needs for each horse. Lighted oversized indoor arena attached to a 22 stall barn with all amenities. Please see “Facilities” listing for more information or drop by any time for a visit.

Black Star Sport Horses
Contact: Lisa Blackmon

Primary/Mailing Address:
631 Cullins Rd
Rockwall   TX   75032
Primary Phone: 940-367-7499

Email Address: lisa_blackmon2000@yahoo.com
Website: http://www.lisablackmon.com
Phone: 940-367-7815

Services: Training, instruction, sales

Specialty/Expertise: Specializing in the introduction of collection to horses on their way to becoming FEI mounts. Also specialize in working with talented riders who have the desire and drive to go on to the FEI levels.

Credentials: USDF Bronze, Silver, Gold Medalist, Region 9 Champion Trainer 2003, ABIC/USDF Regional Champion Prix St. Georges 2003, ABIC/USDF Regional Champion Intermediare 1 2003, SWDC Freestyle FEI Champion 2004, Regional Intermediare I Freestyle Champion 2004 as well as multiple other USDF/USAE Horse of the Year Awards. Has studied under Conrad Schumacher, Uwe Steiner, Ernst Hoyos and more.

Bre Dorsett
Contact: Bre Dorsett

Primary/Mailing Address:
4029 Hillcrest Ct East
Keller   TX   76248
Primary Phone: 903-714-5800

Email Address: info@IconSporthorses.com
Website: http://www.IconSporthorses.com

Services: Training and instruction thru FEI

Client Info.: Enthusiastic education offered in a positive atmosphere with a focus on correct basics, quality of movement, and harmony. All breeds and levels welcome.

Credentials: Fifteen years focused on the international sport of dressage. USDF bronze and silver medalist, USDF "L" graduate and recipient of several year-end awards, regionally and nationally. Including USDF Horse of the Year awards, USDF All-Breeds awards, Dover National Merit Champion, and USDF Region 9 and SWDC Champion and Reserve Champion through FEI.

Facility Info.: Normandy Farms is located in Keller, TX, convenient to both Dallas and Fort Worth areas. Two oversized covered arenas, covered euro-walker, insulated barn with fly spray system, tack room with lockers, industrial washer and dryer, multiple tack stalls and wash racks, galloping lane, stadium jumps, full cross-country course, acres to ride out, grass turnouts, and equine reproductive services. The owner and staff live on site.

Clare Morrow, Sport Horses
Contact: Clare Morrow

Primary/Mailing Address:
631 Martingale Tr
Oak Point,   TX   75068
Primary Phone: 972-489-1097

Email Address: clare.fairfield@earthlink.net
Website: http://lizsalmon.com/ then click on Clare Morrow

Secondary Address:
12106 St Johns Rd
Pilot Point   TX   76258
Phone: 972-489-1097

Services: Providing Instruction and training for the beginner to FEI

Specialty/Expertise: I train all breeds of horses from green horses to schooled horses. We compete at Open Dressage Shows as well as the Arabian shows all the way up to National Level. I also train horses for Sport Horse In Hand and Under Saddle classes.

Client Info.: We have a team of young riders and amateurs that very successfully compete all year round from Training Level on up. We welcome anyone who would like to join us. We take what we do seriously, but we also have a lot of fun!!

Credentials: I am a USDF "L" Graduate, and Bronze Medalist. I have been training and showing horses successfully most of my life, but have been focused on dressage for 10 years. I grew up on a farm in England, and learned from my mother, (Liz Salmon), originally how to correctly break and train horses. Liz studied with Charles Harris of the Spnish Riding School, and his "mirror image" teaching style was passed down to me. Horses that I have trained have won many Regional and National titles, and so have my students. I also judge many dressage and open schooling shows.

Facility Info.: We are based at White Oaks Equestrian Center in Pilot Point, TX. This gorgeous facility has a huge indoor arena with mirrors, surround sound music and lights. It has an outside full size dressage arena, wash rack,round pen and another schooling arena. Our pastures are plentiful, and we can provide private turn out. The stallls are lovely 12x12 with windows, and our tack room and office is air conditioned and heated. We also offer board only. Pictures of our facility can be viewed at our web site at lizsalmon.com then click on my name, then White Oaks.

Equiscape
Contact: Patti Porter

Primary/Mailing Address:
8814 CR 133
Celina   TX   75009
Primary Phone: 972-382-4225

Email Address: equiscape@dfwair.net

Services: Equiscape provides top quality full care boarding, natural horsemanship instruction, and dressage instruction through 2nd Level.

Specialty/Expertise: Equiscape specializes in teaching ground work techniques (natural horsemanship), establishing a balanced, independent seat for the rider, and a thorough explanation of the natural aids. The objective is to promote the use of dressage principles and techniques in all ridden disciplines.

Client Info.: Equiscape is "beginner friendly", accepting backyard riders as well as dressage riders through 2nd level. All breeds are welcome, but specialize in Arab, Morgan, TB, Quarter Horse and Gaited breeds.

Credentials: Patti Porter has owned and operated Equiscape since 1996. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Education (Western Michigan University, 1992) and has an excellent understanding of horsemanship and dressage principles and can communicate those concepts clearly. Patti started ground horsemanship and colt breaking in 1984, and has shown since that time in a variety of disciplines (english, western, hunter/jumper). She has been training in the discipline of dressage for the last 12 years.

Facility Info.: Equiscape offers 12x12 stalls with attached paddocks, with additional paddocks and pastures available for daily turnout. The barns have an automated fly system, and the tack rooms have individual tack lockers for boarders. There is a covered arena, as well as an outdoor arena. Nice gravel driveway and turnaround area for those trailering their horses into the facility for lessons.

Half Pass Training Center
Contact: Jennifer Jones

Primary/Mailing Address:
8380 CR 130
Celina   TX   75009
Primary Phone: 214-726-5873
Fax: 972-382-3320

Email Address: Jones5489@sbcglobal.net
Website: http://www.halfpasstx.com

Services: Classical dressage instruction and training. Full training packages and lesson packages available. Located at Legacy Equestrian Center in Celina, Texas. A full service facilty with large indoor arena with seating and mirrors, full size out door sand arena, grass dressage arena, two covered round pens, out door jumping and cross country course, 400 acres of trails, pasture turnout and individual turnout.

Specialty/Expertise: Specializing in Classical Dressage for those who are just wanting to learn correct riding and for those who are competative. Also, specializing the in the correct and classical training of young horses and bringing them along through the levels. Hosting clinics in 2008 with Dr. Thomas Ritter of Classical Dressage.com and Dave Thind of World Class Dressage.

Client Info.: Accepting clients of all levels and ages. Jennifer Jones has coached many amatures and junior/young riders to National and Regional placings and championships as well as coaching other professionals.

Credentials: Jennifer Jones has been teaching and training for over 25 years. She has earned her USDF Bronze and Silver Medals as well as achieving the much sought after certification with the British Horse Society as an Assisant Instructor. She is also certified with the American Riding Instructor Association.

Facility Info.: Half Pass Training Center/Jennifer Jones is located at one of Dallas' premier facilities, Legacy Equestrian Center in Celina, Texas. Legacy is located on 400 acres of hills, streams and lakes in the beautiful North Texas country side. Legacy is a full service facility with all the amenities of a first class Equestrian Center. Indoor arena with mirrors and observation area, outdoor sand arena, outdoor grass dressage arena, two covered round pens, full course of jumps, cross-country course, trails, pasture turn-out and individual turn-out.

Julie Madriguera
Contact: Julie Madrigueria

Primary/Mailing Address:
1821 Desoto Drive
McKinney   TX   75070
Primary Phone: 281-253-8822
Fax: 469-952-6373

Email Address: jmadriguera@aol.com
Website: http://www.lyndonrifedressage.com

Secondary Address:
1355 Blackjack Rd. E.
Pilot Point   TX   76258

Services: Offering dressage training and instruction through Prix St George. Schooling show judge.

Specialty/Expertise: Matching riders with horses that they can achieve their goals on--whatever those goals may be! Focus on a logical and systematic approach to training to help riders and horses to achieve a better understanding of their purpose in the dressage arena. Helping many horses and riders to get to their first competitions in a safe and successful way!

Client Info.: Riders of all ages and levels welcome as well as horses of all breeds. Special training rates for juniors. Select horses accepted on consignment.

Credentials: USDF Silver Medalist, USDF L* graduate. Regional championships/reserve championships through Prix St George. Dedicated student of dressage with training under Lyndon Rife, certified instructor Vicky Hammers O'Neil, four times Danish Olympian Anne Van Olst, US Olympian Michelle Gibson, Olympic Gold Medalist Heike Kemmer, and Olympic coach Kalman De Jurenak. Many students with success at home, schooling shows, recognized shows, and championship competitions through fourth level.

Facility Info.: 17 solid yet airy stalls with rubber mats,and rubber mats in aisle way and all grooming areas for comfort and safety. Large covered arena with new base and footing. Lots of room to ride out and plenty of individual turn out on grass over sandy soil. Lounge with full bathroom. Hot and cold water wash racks. Full care. Ship in's welcome. Educational events and top clinicians on the calendar of events. "Honesty,education, opportunity" is our motto and what every client deserves.

Kathy Knappitsch
Contact: Kathy Knappitsch

Primary/Mailing Address:
290 Hampton Court
Fairview   TX   75069
Primary Phone: 972-542-5470
Fax: 972-542-5470
Phone: Cell: 972-841-8183
Phone: Farm: 972-548-2022

Services: Dressage Instruction for beginner through FEI at new facility. Jumping/Eventing - beginning Spring 2002.

Credentials:
  • 1972 British Horse Society’s Teaching Certification
  • 25 years in Europe and the Middle East competing in show-jumping, eventing, dressage, FEI level national Dressage Rider in Austria and Italy
  • Trained with the French Military for eventing (Cadre Noir - Saumur), Alois Podhajsky, and Chief Bereiters Tschauscher and Kottas from the Spanish Riding School for Dressage
  • Created Kuwait’s first dressage team which competed at the Dubai International Horse Show
  • Administrator at the Atlanta Olympics in 1996 1989- Aachen, Germany - participated in the 3 day invitational
  • International Dressage Judges’ Course held during that competition
  • 1989 - Louvranges, Belgium. Participated in the International Dressage Candidate Judge’s Seminar


Facility Info.: Boarding, Training Lessons. 30 acres with lighted sand arena, round pen. Pasture and full care board available. NE of Dallas HWY 75N to Stacey Road then E to FM 1378, turn left and first drive down to the left.

Lyndon Rife Dressage
Contact: Lyndon Rife

Primary/Mailing Address:
1821 Desoto Drive
McKinney   TX   75070
Primary Phone: 281-221-0544
Fax: 469-952-6373

Email Address: rifedressage@aol.com
Website: http://www.lyndonrifedressage.com

Secondary Address:
1355 Blackjack Rd. E.
Pilot Point   TX   76258
Phone: 281-221-0544

Services: Offering training and instruction for horses and riders of all ages from training level to Grand Prix. Full service show stable with national and local competition schedule. Quality sales with many references.

Specialty/Expertise: Specializing in matching riders to horses that they can achieve their goals on, regardless of what that goal is, and offering them the training and instruction that can give them the opportunity to succeed.

Client Info.: Accepting dedicated amateur, junior, or professional students who need coahing or training through Grand Prix. Also accept quality consignment horses and show prospects to be developed.

Credentials: USDF Bronze, Silver, and Gold Medals. USDF Horse of the Year and All Breeds winner through FEI. Winner of every regional championship or reserve from Training level to Grand Prix on multiple horses. Dedicated to continuing education and have trained with Kalman De Jurenak, US Olympian Michelle Gibson, German Olympic gold medalist Ulla Salzgeber, Albrecht Heidemann, and more.

Facility Info.: Based at Blackjack Family Ranch in Pilot Point, TX. 17 airy stalls with rubber mats, rubber mats in all aisles and grooming areas. Large covered arena with new base and footing, plenty of room to ride out. Lunging area. Individual turn out on grass paddocks with sandy soil. Nice lounge with full bathroom. Excellent quality full care--safety is our first priority. Clinics with Internationally renown and accomplished trainers and competitors are featured as well as other educational opportunities.

Proud Meadows
Contact: Jeanene Will

Primary/Mailing Address:
4172 FM 1446
Waxahachie   TX   75167
Primary Phone: 972-938-8100
Fax: 972-937-8121

Email Address: office@proudmeadows.com
Website: http://www.proudmeadows.com

Services: Proud Meadows is a premier boarding and dressage training facility located 30 minutes south of Dallas in Waxahachie.

Specialty/Expertise: Dressage training thru FEI and a selection of WB and Friesian sales

Client Info.: We accept riders from training level thru FEI

Credentials: Training services by our resident trainer Berndt von Hassler. Mr. von Hassler is a licensed Berufsreiter(Master Trainer) by his native FN. He has over 30 years of experience and continues to hold an active judges licenses for dressage in his native Germany and is also a licensed jumper judge. Correct and classical training with respect for the horse at all times is a priority.

Facility Info.: Proud Meadows is a premier boarding and training facility. Our farm offers all possible amenities for both the horse and rider. Lighted 100x250 indoor arena with stereo system and rubber additive footing. Outdoor 125x350 arena. Large indoor clubhouse with guest apts. Aquatreadmill for both rehab and routine exercise. Round pen. Individual turnout paddocks with stallion safe fencing as well as group turnout is also available. Trainer resides onsite as well as staff available around the clock. Hauling and full show services are also available.

Stephanie Raffety
Contact: Stephanie Raffety

Primary/Mailing Address:
111 Worchester Lane
Allen   TX   75002
Primary Phone: 214-729-7732

Email Address: stephcatagnus@yahoo.com

Services: I provide top quality, classical dressage training and instruction for the beginner through FEI.

Specialty/Expertise: I specialize in teaching riders how to understand and feel their horse, breaking down difficult aspects such as half-halts, connection and straightness. This enables the rider to become more sensitive and the horse to become confident and happy.

Client Info.: I gladly work with beginners through FEI, and competitive to non-competitive riders. We develop a customized program.

Credentials: I have been training and competing horses for 25 years. From starting horses to training them to FEI. I have ridden with many clinicians, Albrecht Hinneman, Felicitas Von Nueman-Coussel, Suzzane Dutt-Roth, Lena Vedenmark etc. I have taken riders and horses from Intro. at schooling shows to the Championship Regionals. I have a way of making horses relaxed, and happy in their work.

Facility Info.: Beautiful New Facility, small and private. private facility in the Allen area, 10 min.s east of 75 Indoor/. Outdoor dressage arena. Exceptional feed program. Individ/small group turnout.

Sue Malone Casey
Contact: Sue Malone Casey

Primary/Mailing Address:
3045 Lakeside Drive
Highland Village   TX   75077
Primary Phone: (214) 674-2765

Email Address: DressageHorizons@aol.com

Services: Providing lessons, show coaching and full training in classical Dressage for all levels through Grand Prix. Located at Libra Farms in Bartonville, Texas.

Specialty/Expertise: Provide a positive and supportive curriculum to help dressage riders and horses to meet their training or competition goals. This includes development and performance of free style programs. Improving ground manners for better communication with your horse, and improving your own fitness in order to be a better partner for your horse.

Client Info.: Accepts riders and horses of all breeds from training level to Grand Prix. Am also accepting show prospects to be developed.

Credentials: USDF “S” Dressage Judge. USDF Gold, Silver and Bronze Medals. Has been USDF National Regional Champion at 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, Prix St. George, Intermediare I, Intrmediare II and Grand Prix Levels at both Open and Free Style competition. Southwest Dressage Champion at all levels. Currently she is showing at Grand Prix. She attended national trainer’s conference with Kyra Kirkland, Jan Brink, and Ulla Salzgeber. She was the only Texan to qualify for 2 years in a row for Dressage at Devon at Grand Prix. She has trained with Harry Bolt, Pam Goodrich and Albrecht Heidemann. She has trained over a dozen students to achieve their Bronze, Silver and Gold USDF medals. She has been competitive at FEI levels for over two decades. For those who want to compete, Sue sees the training pyramid from both the judging perspective and the competitors view.

Facility Info.: Libra Farms is a Dressage training/boarding facility with Katherine LaPolo (owner) and Sue Malone Casey as trainers, set in 14 tranquil rolling acres with a recently built oversized, all weather arena, custom stalls, trails and creeks to follow, bridges to cross…

Whispering Winds Training Center
Contact: Debbie Lavallee

Primary/Mailing Address:
3287 Hwy 276 West
Quinlan   TX   75474
Primary Phone: 903 356-2100

Email Address: debbie@whisperingwindstraining.com
Website: http://www.whisperingwindstraining.com
Phone: 972 333-6541 (Cell)

Services: Dressage training for select horses. Dressage instruction and beginner jumping instruction. School horses available.

Specialty/Expertise: With 5 years of training in Germany, I bring along riders and horses using the German methodology, starting beginner riders on the lunge line to develop the seat, returning riders periodically to the lunge line to maintain the seat, and bringing horses along using the training scale

Client Info.: Beginner through 4th Level

Credentials: Obtained German Reitabzeichen and completed three of four phases of instructor certification training program.


Facilities
Green Gate
Contact: Stephanie Raffety

Primary/Mailing Address:
111 Worchester Lane
Allen   TX   75002
Primary Phone: 214-729-7732

Email Address: stephcatagnus@yahoo.com

Services: Full care, NEW Dressage training facility just opened!!. Owner on site. Private and small. $550.mnthly, no added fees. Includes, fans, blankets, med.s, suppl.s, fly spraying,daily turnout, etc..

Specialty/Expertise: Premium feed program individualized to horses need. Top quality grain and hay.

Client Info.: Boarding for horse owners!!

Facility Info.: Beautifully wooded, hills and pond. Over-sized indoor areana and out door standard arena. Individual and small group turn-out.

Lazy Dog Ranch
Contact: Cheryl Olivier

Primary/Mailing Address:
120 East FM 544
Murphy   TX   75094
Primary Phone: 214-673-4849

Email Address: LazyDogRanchTx@yahoo.com
Website: http://www.lazydogranchtx.com

Facility Info.: Lazy Dog Ranch is a training and showing facility in Nevada, TX (Collin County). We are open approximately one weekend per month to the public offering shows, clinics, and open schooling. We have a dressage arena, jumping arena, and cross country course. Our dressage arena will convert to both large and small size. LDR also breeds and sells standard spotted donkeys, and fosters rescue equine available for adoption.

North Texas Equestrian Center
Contact: Kai Handt

Primary/Mailing Address:
PO Box 1837
Wylie   TX   75098
Primary Phone: 972-442-7544
Fax: 972-429-0507

Email Address: kaihandt@uswarmblood.com
Website: http://www.uswarmblood.com

Services: Lessons, Boarding, Training, Summer Camp, Horses for Sale, Full Service Tack Shop

Specialty/Expertise: We specialize in imported Warmbloods

Client Info.: Lessons for beginners to Grand Prix

Credentials: Owner is a German FN Trainer, all assistant trainers are certified trainers

Facility Info.: 2 indoor arenas, 2 outdoor arenas, cross country course, 43 acres of riding trails, individual turn out paddocks

Southern Comfort Farm
Contact: Pegge Kinslow

Primary/Mailing Address:
12028 F. M. 428
Aubrey   TX   76227
Primary Phone: 940-440-2333
Fax: 940-440-2220

Email Address: scfpk@att.net
Website: under construction

Services: Full care boarding and training facility located on 40 acres of beautiful sandy soil w/easy access from Hwy. 380 from McKinney and Denton and the Dallas North Parkway from Dallas. 12’x12’ horse-safe stalls are cleaned twice per day and again at bedcheck. Detailed attention is given to nutritional needs of each horse along with their preferred hours of turnout. Professional, courteous staff on duty with Farm Owners and Trainer residing on farm property as well. Our first priority is to provide a safe, healthy and relaxing environment for all horses and their owners. We provide a balance of seriousness in training, instruction and horse care and at the same time, encourage laughter as relief from the perfectionistic discipline we have chosen. Full board is all inclusive; no extra fees for blanketing or placement of fly masks, or boots for turnout.

Specialty/Expertise: Purina grains and excellent quality, beautiful coastal hay stocked; other hay provided for an additional fee. ‘Routine’ veterinary work and de-worming schedule offered and encouraged for the safety and protection of all horses always overseen by the farm owners. All ‘routine’ veterinary work administered by licensed D.V.M.

Client Info.: Training in the Classical traditions of the ‘Great Masters’. Instruction and Training offered by Anthony Schmitz, Bereiter. Please see the “Training/Instruction” section for more information on Anthony. Students and horses of all levels and disciplines are welcome.

Credentials: Owners have 35 years experience in professional horse care as well as riding experience in H/J, Fox Hunting and Dressage with classical training by both local and European trainers.

Facility Info.: Barn offers 22, 12’x12’ stalls with fans, heat lamps, auto waterers and screened dust-free pine shavings. Two tack rooms w/tack trunks for each stall, 5 grooming stalls w/fans and heaters, 3 indoor (h/c) wash racks, one full bath w/shower and a ½ bath. Our indoor oversize riding hall is attached to the barn, has mirrors, sound system and EuroFelt footing with dressage walls. Our comfortable lounge overlooks the indoor. An outdoor 20 x 60m ring is provided with good sand footing, a longeing paddock with EuroFelt footing and perimeter trails for riding out along with large pasture area for hand galloping or a leisurely walk.

White Oaks Equestrian Center
Contact: Clare Morrow

Primary/Mailing Address:
12106 St. Johns Rd
Pilot Point   TX   76258
Primary Phone: 972-489-1097

Email Address: clare.fairfield@earthlink.net
Website: http://lizsalmon.com/ then click on Clare Morrow

Services: White Oaks Equestrian Center is a gorgeous, and professionally operated facility that offers lessons, training, boarding, schooling shows, and horses for sale.

Specialty/Expertise: We hold schooling shows here several times a year, and we specialize in dressage training and instruction.

Client Info.: We offer training and instruction for beginners to advanced in Dressage, and welcome all breeds of horses.

Credentials: Clare Morrow is a USDF "L" Graduate and Bronze Medalist. She has been professional for almost 10 years, and has taught young riders and amateurs that have very successfully competed from Training Level on up.

Facility Info.: This facility has a huge indoor arena with screens, lights, mirrors and a sound system. We also have an outside full size dressage arena, round pen, 12x12 stalls with windows, hot and cold water wash rack, heated and cooled tack room & office with a viewing area as well as shower and refridgerator, plentiful pastures, private turn out, and access to trails.


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Vet/Medical

Photography/Art
Reitsport Photography
Contact: Frances Luse

Primary/Mailing Address:
PO Box 340128
San Antonio   TX   78234
Primary Phone: 210-661-0334

Email Address: reitsportphoto@sbcglobal.net
Website: http://www.reitsportphotography.com
Phone: 214-507-6750

Services: Equestrian Sport Photography


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