The Riding School (TRS)
What we're all about...

Our Mission: To teach riding and horsemanship to all ages and levels of riders thereby helping to promote the welfare and future of horses.

Our Goal: To develop young people into the best adults they can be using horses and the equestrian sport as our foundation.

Our Promise to You: To provide safe, caring and fun instruction to all of our students, regardless of age or ability.

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Our Instructor & Coach
Deborah Ritchie
USHJA Certified Trainer
ARIA Level III Certified Instructor
on the flat & over fences

With over three decades working as a professional barn owner, manager, trainer, instructor and coach, Deborah brings a wealth of knowledge and years of experience teaching & coaching riders of all ages and skill levels.

To round out your equestrian education, Deborah teaches Horsemanship classes, giving riders the skills needed to care for a horse or pony.

Her passion is teaching and her joy is watching the development of her riders and the horses they love evolve into a great partnership.

For Deborah, her student, the student's family and friends, and members of our barn family, the accomplishment of competing in a horse show is a huge reward after hours of practice and hard work.

Deb is very thankful to the supporting parents, family members and friends who play such a large part in making their rider's dreams a reality.

Deborah holds a Level III Certification in both Hunt Seat on the Flat and Over Fences.

American Riding Instructor's Association

Deborah holds Professional Trainer Certification from the
United States Hunter Jumper Association
The USHJA offers excellent educational and competitive programs for children and adults.
United States Hunter Jumper Association

Olivia Davenport
Grooming and Care support
Teaching Assistant

Olivia has a real passion for animals! Her business, HPC Animal Care, provides compassionate and knowledgeable care for horses, ponies, dogs, cats and birds just to name a few. Her business provides grooming and exercise services for our beloved lesson horses. She makes sure they always have a day off and a "Fun Day" where she gives them extra grooming and love. You might see here in the grooming bays where she'll meet you with her contagious smile.

Meet a few of our lesson horses & ponies

Where would we be without the wonderful partnerships we have with our horses and ponies?

Cool Dude

Patient and kind

Dude has been a part of our family for several years. He's a gentle fellow and gives our kids a great start.

Ranger

Our Rock Star

Ranger is a very laid back fellow. He'll wear a cowboy hat and western bridle without putting up a fuss. He's a joy to instruct with because of his patience and kindness.

Halley Berry

School Mascot

We named Halley after the famous actress because of her beautiful big eyes. Halley is a mini-horse with a big attitude! She knows she's special!

Bandit

Thoroughbred gelding

We rescued Bandit,

and he's become a wonderful horse for our teen and adult students. He's gentle, kind and loves treats!

“

Deb Ritchie is a true horsewoman and great teacher and trainer. The horses are well cared for and the facility is clean and well kept. I found it great as a beginner adult rider who has been able to advance to a level where now I full lease a horse.

Wandra M.

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The Riding School (TRS) What we're all about...

Our Instructor & Coach Deborah Ritchie USHJA Certified Trainer ARIA Level III Certified Instructor on the flat & over fences