Painted Faith Equestrian

11/06/2025

F did a great job tonight learning how to wrap and put different types of boot on a horse! Also reasons why we would use the different types. Becoming a good equestrian isn’t just about learning how to ride. 💙

11/04/2025

Halloween may be over but lets see those costumes! Anyone dress up their horse too? Throw back to a few years ago of my “ghost horse” costume.

10/20/2025

10/03/2025

A couple pics of the students working on rider fitness Wednesday and Raya seeing what she thinks of being a lesson horse 😂 Also, Squirrel waiting very patiently for his kid.

09/30/2025

This month we are focusing on Rider Fitness and even better mounting/dismounting and grooming techniques. What are some of your favorite exercises for riders to do while mounted?
Video of Stormy showing her favorite exercise 😂

09/10/2025

Photo dump of the last couple weeks. A lot of fun lessons, trail rides, and of course Boone cuddles!

08/13/2025

As most of my students know, I love obstacles. Whether in hand or in the saddle. They are great for SO many reasons! We play a lot with ground poles and anything else I can come up with. A couple weeks ago a student and I took Stormy and Gunner to a Mountain Trail course to play on the obstacles. I had a show that weekend so wanted Stormy to see them beforehand. Despite the ridiculous heat, we had a lot of fun! Here’s a couple pics from that day and the show. Hoping once the weather cools down we can have another play day!

08/04/2025

It might seem like just a chore - but mucking a stall builds skills that show up in the saddle.

When riders learn to spot every last pile and wet spot, they're sharpening their observation skills. When they lift, scoop, and haul, they're building strength and body awareness. When they work together to finish the job, they're practicing communication, teamwork, and responsibility.

Plus, stall cleaning teaches respect. For the horse. For the space. For the work that keeps the barn running.
-Credit to Instructor Half Halt

07/23/2025

What a whirlwind this past month has been! So much going on!! I am currently at the Summit County Fair with my club, Rough Riders, all week. Stormy is here too for her 14th (and last) year of Fair. Ev and her had a really good day today with 2 2nds and 1 3rd place. Stop by the horse barn and say Hi to her. She’ll probably ignore you but would you expect anything less from her? 😂

06/28/2025

I may have to set something like this up for my students!

06/25/2025

I’ve been quiet for a bit but FB gets put on the back burner when you’re busy!! 🤪 We’ve had some great lessons on and off the horses. Kids all did a scavenger hunt to see how much they’ve been paying attention to things too. I haven’t taken many pics but here’s a small photo dump. Stay cool!!🥵