Ridgeveiw Farm, Longhorn S Arena

08/09/2021

I have given horsemanship lessons for 38 years. I have had some of the best clients and horses in the world. As many of you know I have been dealing with breast cancer for the last year. In another 6 months this should all be behind me. During the last year Savannah Hudson who has been under my training for over 10 years has done a stellar job of running the farm. After much thought I have decided it is time for me to step back from the farm. Ridgeview Farm will now be Southern Equine Performance. I will no long be associated with the horse farm on a day to day basis. However the same horses and the same arena will remain a learning center and a memory maker. Thank you to all of my clients for allowing me to have the best job in the world for 38 years.

Please remember
be safe FIRST
Heels down toes out
Eyes up look where you are going
Find a horse to match your ability
Every time your horse does something wrong you either did not do something you should have done or did something you should not have done.

When working with your horse. Don’t stop asking until you get a response! Because the release is used to tell the horse he did the correct thing, it’s important that you don’t stop asking until you get a response. In the beginning reward the slightest try!! The last thing you want to do is apply pressure and get absolutely no reaction, and then give up. Doing so tells the horse, “Yes, thank you for ignoring me! That was great! Do it again!” Be prepared to escalate the pressure if you need to, and consider taking a step back and asking for something a little easier if you are really having trouble … but once you’ve asked your horse to do something, you’re committed!

Savannah I can not think of a better person to leave my legacy to!
Please like her page.

https://www.facebook.com/SouthernEquinePerformance/

10/15/2020

I am a lesson horse.
I am a horse that isn’t as recognized as the top hunter jumpers, the best western pleasure horse, or the 1D barrel horse, I am a lesson horse. I am the backbone of the foundation to do all of those things. I am a lesson horse.

I am not loved by one person. I am loved by many people. I don’t have my person, I have my people. I am a lesson horse.

I will teach your child and yourself more than just to ride. I will bring your child out of their shell. I will teach your child about life. I will be yours and their shoulder to cry on. I am a lesson horse.

I will bring my family the joy of teaching kids. I will bring my family business growth. I am so loved by my family, even if they don’t express it everyday. My family allows others to show me love and enjoy me. I am a lesson horse.

At the end of your childs’ journey with me, they will out grow me. They will find one that jumps higher, a horse that is show quality, a horse much faster than me. But, I will never outgrow being a lesson horse. I will be the one that loved your child and helped your child grow into the rider and person they are. I am a lesson horse.

At the end of my time as a lesson horse; I will be covered in grey hair. Each grey hair came from each hour I spent as a lesson horse. I will be in a field of green grass, I will be taken care of as I was when I was a lesson horse. I will watch your child from across the pasture love her new horse. But, I will love your child more than any horse can. I will be the backbone of the business, the family, and your child. Don’t forget about me, I am a lesson horse.

07/20/2020

We are now accepting Fall Riding lesson sign ups!

We have given lessons for over 36 years. We offer private lessons for ages 2 to 92 these lessons are one instructor with one student. We also offer semi private lessons for ages 5 and up this is one instructor with two students for riders who qualify ( these riders must be able to ride independently) The private lessons are $35 for 1/2 hour and the semi private are $25 for 1/2 hour per rider. It is up to you to find your riding partner for semi private lessons. Our lessons are western, we start all lessons with the basics then we can move into barrel racing, showing, speed events, pleasure, roping, horsemanship and more. We supply everything you need except riding helmets. We are located in Chiefland Florida.

07/05/2020

Come ride with us this week. these are the available lessons this week. Hope to see you at the farm.

Tuesday morning
9:00 to 10:00
10:00 to 10:30
10:30 to 11:00
11:00 to 11:30

Tuesday afternoon
6:00 to 6:30

Wednesday Morning
8:00 to 8:30
10:30 to 11:00

Wednesday Afternoon
6:00 to 6:30
7:00 to 7:30

Thursday Afternoon
5:00 to 5:30
6:00 to 6:30

Friday morning
9:00 to 9:30
10:00 to 10:30
10:30 to 11:00

06/18/2020

Summer horse camp- outdoor fun, learning and memories❤️🐴

06/06/2020

06/04/2020

We had a surprise drawing last week. Everyone who came to the farm for the last 2 weeks was entered for a chance to win a horse themed water bottle. Madison was our winner! Congratulations and thank you for being part of our farm family!