Hunter Jumper Training in Michigan

Ascend Equestrian is a premier full-service Hunter/ Jumper/ Equitation facility specializing in boarding, training, lessons, shows, and sales/ leases. With our convenient location in Oakland Township, Michigan, we are just 5 minutes from downtown Lake Orion, 10 minutes north of Rochester, and 13 minutes from I-75, making us an easy drive from Oakland, Genessee, and Macomb county.

Horses and riders receive individualized attention and quality instruction to help ensure continuous improvement and success in the show ring. Our trainers maintain a careful balance between fun and the hard work and discipline necessary to promote optimal improvement. Our focus is on ensuring the horse is properly conditioned and trained for optimal performance, and the rider is educated on developing the best possible partnership with the horse.

Our training philosophy focuses on teaching students not only to be successful show riders but also to become successful horsewomen and men. At Ascend Equestrian, we believe that horsemanship starts on the ground and the most successful riders are horsewomen and horsemen first. Riders are taught proper care for the elite equine athlete and encouraged to take an active role in training and caring for their horses. Qualified riders are encouraged to participate in our working student program, which allows riders to help with horse care in the barn and hone their skills.
Emphasis is placed on having a correct and effective rider position as “form follows function”. Flatwork and position are honed in the first 30 minutes of our lessons, with the remaining 30 minutes of lessons dedicated to jumping or ground poles. At Ascend Equestrian, we are careful to not overwork our horses and believe in regular ground pole lessons to reduce strain and occurrence of injury in our horses.

Riders benefit from our head trainer, Sarah Robertson’s, background in Psychology as they learn the necessary mental discipline and focus to reach the highest levels of riding and competition. A heavy emphasis is placed on having active open communication on training issues, thoroughly discussing the topics covered in lessons, and creating understanding on the goals for lessons.

We combine our lessons with reading material, videos (both educational and of oneself) and demonstration rides in order to provide a well-rounded learning experience that is suitable for all learning types. Riders and parents are encouraged to participate in regular meetings with training staff to discuss rider goals, help riders set attainable goals, and create a plan for achieving their goals.

Horses in training benefit from our trainers’ extensive knowledge of horse biomechanics and corrective techniques and exercises. Our goal is not only to train the horse, but to strengthen, condition, and balance the horse in order to ensure optimal health and performance. Training Sessions are combined with lunging, free lunging, sports medicine, chiropractic care, Bemer treatments, supplements and nutrition to create a happier and healthier horse.

All training rides are performed by or under the guidance of our head trainer, Sarah Robertson. Our trainers serve as each other’s eyes from the ground and the three of them work together to maximize a horse’s training and potential. Horses benefit from having three knowledgeable professionals overseeing their training and care needs and clients have peace of mind knowing that there is always a trainer on staff to provide lessons and training rides at home during competitions.... See More

The Fox Den is a full service Hunter Jumper training board facility. Our qualified staff work diligently to provide a personalized program for each of our riders to gain a competitive edge in the show ring. Each of the horses are cared for individually with specialized programs designed to optimize performance. The farm is maintained around the clock with staff on-site and 24 hour surveillance. The Fox Den Farm offers a serendipitous experience in a secluded location for peace of mind for the equine enthusiast. Come check us out and you will be sure to join our family. Please visit our website and contact us.... See More

The horses and riders at SMR Equestrian benefit from comprehensive training programs tailored to the individual needs of the horses and the goals of their owners/ riders. No matter your goals, the training staff at SMR Equestrian is here to help you achieve them.
Owners/riders receive the individual attention and quality instruction that has been proven to lead to continuous improvement and success in the show ring. Our trainers maintain a careful balance between fun and the hard work and discipline necessary to promote optimal improvement.

Our training philosophy focuses on teaching students not only to be successful show riders, but also to become successful horsewomen and men. At SMR Equestrian, we believe that horsemanship starts on the ground and the most successful riders are horsewomen and men first. Riders are taught proper care for the elite equine athlete and encouraged to take an active role in training and caring for their horses. Qualified riders are encouraged to participate in our working student program, which allows riders to help in the barn and hone their skills exercising and schooling a variety of SMR horses.

Emphasis is placed on having a correct and effective rider position as “form follows function”. Flatwork and position are honed in our weekly Flatwork Boot Camp Sessions and riders benefit from Sarah’s background in Psychology as they learn the necessary mental discipline and focus to reach the highest levels of riding and competition.

We combine our lessons with articles, videos (both educational and of oneself) and demonstration rides in order to provide a well-rounded learning experience that is suitable for all learning types. Riders and parents are encouraged to participate in regular meetings with training staff to discuss rider goals, help riders set attainable goals and create a plan for achieving their goals.

Horses in training benefit from Sarah’s extensive knowledge of horse biomechanics and corrective techniques and exercises. Our goal is not only to train the horse, but to strengthen, condition, and balance the horse in order to ensure optimal health and performance. Training Sessions are combined with lunging, free lunging, sports medicine, massage therapy, supplements and nutrition to create a more happy and healthy horse.

All training rides are performed by or under the guidance of Sarah. Sarah, Ilaria and Nikki serve as each others’ eyes from the ground and the three of them work together to maximize a horse’s training and potential. Horses benefit from having three knowledgeable professionals overseeing their training and care needs. Clients have ease of mind knowing that there is always a trainer on staff to provide lessons and training rides at home during competitions.... See More

⭐️Join us for lessons, showing or one of our special hosted events ⭐️ We are a USHJA Certified Riding Academy offering boarding, rider lessons, leases/sales and professional rides for your horse just minutes from Ann Arbor, in beautiful Dexter, MI. Our trainer is Safe Sport certified and a top rider with over 40 National/State Year-End Titles. Extensive experience competing with a 124 page USEF show record winning at the AA level in hunters, jumpers and equitation. Experienced professional that produces champion pony hunters to grand prix show jumping horses. Our riders excel in our program, as each lesson is a private experience tailored to help you achieve your goals. If you have big goals to be in the national finals, your winning journey starts here. Come see the difference, an exceptional program can make in your riding. Accepting riders from beginner to advanced.

Stall reservations due 1 month prior to show date.
We will be at the following shows this year:
HJAM Welcome I May 1-5, 2019 Grasslake MI. (4x points)
HJAM II May 8-12, 2019 Grasslake MI. (4x points)
HJAM Annual III May 15-20, 2019 Grasslake MI. (4x points)
Woodbine Hunter Jumper Show, Chelsea MI. June 13-16, 2019
Waterloo Hunter Jumper Classic June 25-30, 2019, Grasslake MI.
Great Lakes Equestrian Festival July 17-22, 2019 Traverse City MI.
Woodbine Hunter Jumper August 14-18, 2019 Chelsea MI.
World Equestrian Center will be showing one week each month September to December 2019.
Join us for a spectacular spring and summer of fun!
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Brand new 61 stall facility indoor and outdoor arena. Radiant heat, automatic water, observation room. Head trainer Shannon Meehan can take you to the top. We run a very successful hunter, jumper training and lesson program. We show all over the mid-west at all levels. No matter if you've ridden for years, or want to get started we will teach you the safe, correct style. Lessons available 7 days a week. Please feel free to call or email for more info. Additional info can also be found at our website empirefarmsmi.com or on our facebook. Please contact us through the website or facebook, this site is not linking properly. Thanks... See More

Hunter/Jumper Lesson, Training and Boarding facility. Safe, progressive lesson program for riders 6 years old to adults. USHJA certified trainer. Quiet, family and adult friendly barn community. Year round activities. Tons of ammenities! Circuit, schooling and barn shows available. Awesome serene setting but close to it all. Come visit us today or check us out online at www.greatescapestables.com... See More

Certified USHJA Trainer. Hunter/Jumper facility located in beautiful Northwest Michigan. Serving greater Grand Traverse area. Boarding, training, lessons, and sales established by Emily King Brinkman. Blue Oxer offers highly professional and competitive equestrian services. Certified Level II A.R.I.A Instructor. Certified USHJA Trainer. Family friendly and detail oriented, come and see why 'The Smiles Last a Lifetime'! Visit website for further details.... See More

I am a hunter jumper trainer in the Holland area. I have been riding and competing for 19 years. I offer lessons to children and adults. Beginner riders to advanced riders. I teach my students the basic riding skills, and also teach jumping. I also start and trainer horses to jump.... See More