FD- Performance and Sporthorses

FD- Performance and Sporthorses Privately owned facility in Brighton Colorado. Services include Riding Lessons, Training and Sales.
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08/10/2024
It's been hot so sometimes our employees can't work in shirts. If you see this young man working around the farm take a ...
07/31/2024

It's been hot so sometimes our employees can't work in shirts. If you see this young man working around the farm take a moment to thank him for all of his long hours of dedication. 😂

It's been hot here so one of the employees had to go shirtless 😂. If you see this young man around the farm be sure to t...
07/31/2024

It's been hot here so one of the employees had to go shirtless 😂. If you see this young man around the farm be sure to thank him for his long dedicated hours taking care of all the horses and taking tack back and forth to the tackrooms🐎 😄.

It's been so fun to be a part of a local therapeutic riding centers journey. We had a horse who was ready for a change i...
07/30/2024

It's been so fun to be a part of a local therapeutic riding centers journey. We had a horse who was ready for a change in direction and we made the choice to retire him to a wonderful local therapeutic riding center with outstanding care. Its so awesome to see him thriving in this environment and we are so grateful to be a part of his success story along with watching him help those in need.

**SOLD** Congratulations to the new owners of Illuminated Okie. Thank you to the new owners for making this such a smoot...
07/22/2024

**SOLD** Congratulations to the new owners of Illuminated Okie. Thank you to the new owners for making this such a smooth easy transaction. This horse has always had a special place in my heart and it's so great to know he is going to an amazing home. Great things are happening!

It's so fun to see FD- graduates thriving consistently in their careers. Playas Gemelas was a horse we had the pleasure ...
06/30/2024

It's so fun to see FD- graduates thriving consistently in their careers. Playas Gemelas was a horse we had the pleasure of starting undersaddle and bringing along. She was always so kind. After a short race career it was clear she would excel as a hunter or equitation horse. Thanks to a long time client and friend Judi Yergensen for making this connection happen. Keep doing great things Gemma.

06/19/2024

**SOLD** Kontrary Kate or Kit Kat as she is known in the barn is a 16 hand (approximately) Thoroughbred mare by Zip Quik out of Formal Miss, who was an exceptional athlete. She had a short race career and a solid let down period. Kit Kat has a big stride and presence under saddle. This mare is oozing with potential, we have had her in training for the past several months and her progress has been OUTSTANDING. Kit Kat has three quiet, soft and rythmic gaits and you can just see the potential that would make her a great horse for any discipline. Although I feel she would be best suited in the hunter, equitation or jumper ring she really has all the ability to be super versatile with the right program and home where she can perfect her skills. She has lovely confirmation which may also make her a perfect both broodmare and riding prospect. Kit Kat rides in a snaffle and has a soft mouth and correct self-carriage, super easy flying lead changes as well as the ability to both open and close gates from her back. She is currently jumping small courses with ease. Kit Kat is an easy keeper and is ready to find a person that can help finish her training and bring out her best potential. The owner is motivated and wants to find her the very best home. Please feel free to reach out if you would like any videos or anymore information. We are happy to answer any and all of your questions.

A beautiful evening for a late day ride. So peaceful looking across all of the pastures between the ears of a great hors...
06/18/2024

A beautiful evening for a late day ride. So peaceful looking across all of the pastures between the ears of a great horse.

05/20/2024

**SOLD** Candy Dancer is a 2019, 16.2 hand TB gelding by Danzing Candy. Danny as he is known in the barn has a plethora of characteristics that would make him an excellent addition to someone who is looking for their next hunter or equitation prospect. Although Danny is green he has a great disposition. He is kind, quiet and soft in the bridle. He has three lovely gaits that are sure to impress the judges and a mind that is incredibly relaxed. Danny lives out in the pasture currently. He comes out for flatwork a couple days a week and a couple of small jumps one or two days of the week. He had no starts on the track as he was just too slow. He has one small cosmetic scar on the left hind leg that is not an issue what so ever. Danny doesn't hard tie but he does tie with the blocker ring. Stands well for the farrier and is currently barefoot. I have used him for some of my advanced beginner classes and he is so incredibly willing and kind and can take a joke. I have really been hoping to keep this horse in the program but just dont have any students currently looking. Dont miss out on this one. 9 5 0 0.

It  was a busy weekend. We are grateful we were able to pick up at the rodeo. It was also wonderful to see FD- graduates...
05/20/2024

It was a busy weekend. We are grateful we were able to pick up at the rodeo. It was also wonderful to see FD- graduates thriving in their careers. So many great things are happening.

It was a beautiful evening for lessons.
05/16/2024

It was a beautiful evening for lessons.

04/11/2024

Candy Dancer is a 2019, 16.2 hand TB gelding by Danzing Candy. Danny as he is known in the barn has a plethora of characteristics that would make him an excellent addition to someone who is looking for their hunter or equitation prospect. Although Danny is green he has a great disposition. He is kind, quiet and soft in the bridle. He has three lovely gaits that are sure to impress the judges and a mind that is incredibly relaxed. Danny lives out in the pasture currently. He comes out to get flatwork a couple days a week and a couple of small jumps one or two days of the week. He had no starts on the track as he was just too slow. He has one small cosmetic scar on the left hind leg that is not an issue what so ever. Danny doesn't hard tie but he does tie with the blocker ring. Stands well for the farrier and is currently barefoot.

03/05/2024

Another lovely horse sold congratulations to Ann Thedieck.

02/04/2024

Want to know more about the history behind our business name?

We have rebranded our business in recent years to showcase both sides of our business from my husband's specialty in the business and my own. We have worked together for many years and have grown substantially from when we first started our business.

My husband Cimmaron Gerke specializes in starting young horses, problem horses, development of rope horses, barrel horses, race horses and all-around horses. Whereas my part of the business is really directed to more of the English riding, with years of experience in training and sales of Hunters and Jumpers. I have also utilized my experience and training to focus on a program dedicated to teaching up and coming riders along with riders who have years of experience.

When we decided to Rebrand our business, I really wanted to portray our skills for both the Western and English Equestrian world. My Husband's family was always based out of Brighton Colorado with years in the agriculture and farming business, they have one of the longest standing Brands in Colorado dating back to the late 1800s. My husband Cimmaron’s Great-Great Grandfather's name was Frederick Dahlinger who founded the FD- brand. We decided to continue that legacy and incorporate that historic and well-respected brand into our business name, but instead of specializing in farming and agriculture, our specialty is in Training of the Equine athlete. We feel very connected to the Equine Industry as we both have a long history of not only the horsemen and horsewomen in our families but the development of Brighton Colorado as parts of our family homesteaded the area. It was important to us to keep the history our family carries alive in the industry.
Not only are there generations of history within our brand, but it is also one of the oldest original brands founded in Colorado.

We hope you enjoyed reading about the history of our business.

Just a glimpse into the life of our horses both in training and in our lesson program. So peaceful.
01/26/2024

Just a glimpse into the life of our horses both in training and in our lesson program. So peaceful.

It's official!! A pony that we had the pleasure of owning and selling was recently made into a Breyer. So well deserved!...
01/04/2024

It's official!! A pony that we had the pleasure of owning and selling was recently made into a Breyer. So well deserved! Thank you and congratulations to Sue Griffin and Kris D Espinosa for all of your work to get to this point! He sure is special! 💫

Back in November, we told you a story about a special horse that had some trouble finding his forever home. We are thrilled to introduce you to this incredible equine, who is our first Limited Edition model reveal! Meet Always Chipper. Photo Credit Shawn McMillen Photography Though the odds were aga...

One of the best mares we've had the pleasure of training and owning crossed the rainbow bridge yesterday. We are so grat...
11/19/2023

One of the best mares we've had the pleasure of training and owning crossed the rainbow bridge yesterday. We are so grateful for all of the memories we had with her, along with all of the memories she gave to one of our lifelong students. Rest Easy Lea. You will be so missed. 🖤

A freshly worked round pen along with great footing. A safe and comfortable environment for both young horses in trainin...
11/19/2023

A freshly worked round pen along with great footing. A safe and comfortable environment for both young horses in training and horses needing continuing education, just one of the great amenities at our facility.

08/21/2023

Sam has been hard at work the last couple of years learning to ride her horse Jax. She has been riding with us for the last 7 years and is now off to college. We wish her so much success as she starts this new chapter!!

07/20/2023

**SOLD** Ollie is a 2017 16.2 hand Thoroughbred gelding by Oliver Twist out of Cruzn Ocala. Ollie has had one owner(breeder) his whole life. He has been in our program since he was 3 and has really blossomed and matured. Ollie is kind and willing but would love to have a confident rider to show him the way. He has a soft and kind personality and is quiet but sensitive and responsive undersaddle. He jumps small courses and has scope to do more but just needs confidence building miles. I feel as though he could go in any arena however I think he would love to find himself In the hunter or equitation ring. For additional information please Call Arielle Gerke at 7209179578.

07/19/2023

Another wonderful horse for sale. PM for more details.

So grateful to be able to harvest our own hay every year 🙌.
07/14/2023

So grateful to be able to harvest our own hay every year 🙌.

One of our favorite pictures of our sweet lesson horse Badger. Badger was a lesson horse who was a crowd favorite among ...
04/05/2023

One of our favorite pictures of our sweet lesson horse Badger. Badger was a lesson horse who was a crowd favorite among all of the students. He served our lesson program for 10 years, he taught both western and English lessons however his heart was set on teaching the younger kids how to jump. He will be greatly missed.

Some of the rope horses at a roping in Loveland. Of course one of our favorite cowboys is aboard. Cane loves the World S...
03/25/2023

Some of the rope horses at a roping in Loveland. Of course one of our favorite cowboys is aboard. Cane loves the World Series Team Ropings!!

One of our amazing clients captured this awesome picture of two of the babies, yesterday. SO CUTE!!!!
01/16/2023

One of our amazing clients captured this awesome picture of two of the babies, yesterday. SO CUTE!!!!

11/07/2022

**SOLD**

10/02/2022

**SOLD** Star is a 16 hand 6 year old Thoroughbred gelding by Sky Mesa. Star had a total of 11 career starts. He has always been a barn favorite and is kind and quiet in his stall. Star is a great mover with a stride that will easily take you down the lines. Star has a nice lead change and is classy enough for any ring, but I think he would be best suited as a hunter. 8500 negotiable

08/27/2022

**SOLD** Force is a 2017 16.1 hand Thoroughbred Gelding by Archarcharch out of Woodman (Mr. Prospector). He had a total of 28 career starts and earnings of 72k. Force is as kind and easy going as they come. He has a wonderful presence and great confirmation. He carries himself with total class and is a complete push ride. Force would absolutely be best suited for the Hunter or Equitation ring as he is super quiet and has great style undersaddle. This horse is the total package. No known restrictions or limitations. Please PM for additional information. Serious Inquiries only please!

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12490 Buckley Road
Brighton, CO
80602

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