Nicole's Riding Lessons

12/16/2024

Santa came early with some candy canes for our spoiled horses! (Not the ponies, they’re too chunky 😂)

12/06/2024

Heat of the Moment aka “Ember” is an adorable, coming 4 year old, 16.1 hh unraced tb mare. She’s built like a tank, has a floaty smooth canter, and is so willing. She is the “low and slow” type. Flat kneed mover, quiet as can absolutely be. Already virtually bombproof. No vices or maintenance. Great ground manners, super easy in the field. Lightly started over cross rails due to age and so willing. Can’t say enough good things about her! She has a published work since she was race trained so she is still RRP 2025 Eligible. Located in Manassas, Va. https://youtu.be/4TI39dm23sc?si=J51aSoHkSIpA-I46

11/01/2024

“Zealous Bey” aka Beau is a 17hh, 7 yo stunning bay tb game for EVERYTHING! So brave and willing. Would make a phenomenal eventer or foxhunter. Forward thinking ride but goes in a frame very nicely, with an uphill floaty trot. Will trail ride alone or in a group and has experience crossing water and going through all types of terrain. Goes in the arena well and loves having a job, but let him sit for weeks and he’s still the same horse. No health issues, maintenance or vices and only shod up front. First time in our cross country field in the video and was in a snaffle. Located in Manassas, Va. https://youtu.be/cC5rb6RP9Ag?si=Wojo7dOne_FTFmpM

09/15/2024

What a productive and fun show day!! Could not have asked for better weather or better ponies. I am so impressed with all my riders! Scout and Maverick got grand champion in leadline, Emma and Timmy got reserve in leadline, CC got a first place in her walk only class on Buttercup, Sienna got grand champion on her pony Timmy in pre short, Lia got reserve champion on Maverick in pre short in her very first horse show, Lily had her best show yet on her lovely horse Quinn, Maddie did amazing on her first show on the cutest Cookie, qnd Lauren ended the day with a clean sweep of firsts and grand champion in long stirrup eq. Proud trainer moment as all my students hard work and effort pays off 🥰🦄❤️

09/10/2024

Congratulations to the new owners of the most adorable Nimbus! He will make an amazing asset to their lesson program in Pennsylvania 🥰🦄❤️

09/03/2024

Our newest addition to the herd baby Guinness is as sweet as they come 🥰🍺🦄 he’s got a long road ahead of him, but we sure know how to fatten them up and spoil them here and I’m so excited for his journey to come!

09/02/2024

Congratulations to the new owners of Whisper! Thank you to her prior owners for trusting me to find her the perfect forever home. I can’t wait to hear about her polo-cross and fox hunting future!! 🦄🥰 we will miss having this sweet girl in the barn!

08/27/2024

On March 25, 2022 I brought home a beaten down, used up and thrown away ex Amish horse. Although seemingly fine at first glance, he was morbidly obese to the point of being unhealthy, had maggots in cuts on his legs, terrible hooves, and scars from the harness. The kindest, sweetest, most gentle soul was still inside though. Titan became the MOST beloved, spoiled and healthy horse. Despite his squamous cell carcinoma (eye cancer), cushings, arthritis, etc, he was the absolute best lesson horse we could have ever asked for. He was steady, saintly, and just about everything you could want or ask for. So many of our riders have experienced meandering through the trails on him, albeit slow, but just wonderful.
Titan sadly got seriously injured in the field this morning and our wonderful vets came right out. There was absolutely nothing we could do and the only choice we could make was to let him go. We will miss Titan dearly, he was so deeply loved and the definition of a gentle giant. I know many of our students have so much love for Titan so if you have any questions about how it happened or would like some answers please feel free to ask. Knowledge about this is a teaching moment and something I’m happy (but sad) to share. I’d like to think about all his amazing memories and love he shared with every person his kind soul has touched.

07/21/2024

Whisper is a gorgeous, 10 yo, 15.1h chestnut mare. Comfortable, uphill canter, virtually bombproof, very quiet, easy ride. She is a seasoned polo pony and foxhunter, has been used in a lesson program, and trail rides the best. Has foxhunted both second and third field with Snickersville Hounds with a 10 year old kid! This versatile girl checks all the boxes. Located in Manassas, Va. https://youtu.be/jETi_VUogls?si=_mkfJ-9s1yp8BmyL

07/21/2024

Donkey vibes all day everyday ✨ my sleeping prince Churro has stolen my heart 💜 I was looking for another heart horse but I think I have found my heart b***o 🥹🥹

07/11/2024

*Trail horse deluxe!* Cassie is a super sweet, 6 yo, 14.2h adorable bay welsh/morgan cross mare. Amazing ground manners, trail rides the best, and would be a perfect project to bring along for a kid! Virtually bombproof with the best brain. Started over jumps and is very willing. Located in Manassas, Va. https://youtu.be/KV6Ynhn-VYI?si=-y6OTWx02pNbT_I5

07/09/2024

Thank you to our amazing farrier Dusty Crooke we are so lucky to have you!!

It's National Farriers Week! Let's celebrate the hard work that our farriers put in daily to partner with equine veterinarians and ensure the health and well-being of our horses. Proper hoof care is essential for a sound and happy horse, so it goes without saying that a skilled farrier is both a necessity and a tremendous asset.

Don't forget to give a shoutout to your farriers this week and show them your appreciation for their dedication to their craft!

05/25/2024

Evie is a gorgeous, willing and super brave 14yo, 16h bay mare. Would be an exception foxhunter or eventer! Scope for days and will jump anything put in front of her. Has done 2’9 with room for more. Amazing ground manners. Could make into a great lesson horse with a program. Does well ridden every day or with tons of time off. No maintenance, issues or vices, just has front shoes. Could go any direction and do dressage, trails, or cross country! All around lovely horse. Located in Manassas, Va. https://youtu.be/oDSrhooWOts?si=8JUOPRa_PhN-HJXT

05/15/2024

Have a green horse that needs miles? Need to fine-tune your seasoned pro? Want a great start to your unbroke baby?
Training board available on the Historic Manassas Battlefield! Trainers have extensive background with eventing, dressage, and hunters. We have stall board available which includes customized turnout, quality grain and unlimited hay. We have an indoor available, so we don’t ever have to miss a day of training due to weather. We also have 5,000+ acres of trails available to acclimate horses out of the arena environment, with all types of terrain.
We custom tailor each training experience to the horses needs, and also offer lessons to help you and your horse excel as a team. Send me a PM if you have questions or would like more information!

05/01/2024

Noelle is a super sweet, 14yo, 16h bay tb mare. Cute mover, will go in a frame, jumps around a 2’ course easily. Has been on trail rides and loves it! Good manners, stands well for farrier, vet etc. Could make into a great lesson horse with a program. Does well ridden every day or with tons of time off, still keeps her brain in new situations too! No maintenance. Located in Manassas, Va. https://youtu.be/0mfEu2h5xX4?si=aeZXGd_Gcz0k6Pl7

04/29/2024

Looking for a step down forever home for our perfect angel Flicka! BEST trail horse ever, would love to see her spoiled like she deserves out of the arena! Very good girl and still game for everything 🦄💙 aged quarter horse mare sticks right at 14.3hh.

04/24/2024

“Luck of the Irish” aka Shannon is a 14.2hh, 13yo handsome, grey Connemara gelding. Has been in a lesson program the past year teaching all ages and levels. Super saintly, point and shoot over jumps. No spook. He is perfect on trails alone or in a group and will cross anything. Shannon has a very smooth and comfortable canter, super adjustable trot, and lunges beginners like a dream. Takes care of his rider from crossrails to 2’6. Tons of local show experience, does have a change but not auto. Does best in a program. Located in Manassas, Va. https://youtu.be/o2MECdB6UR8?si=RGuYjlSeHSBCcT8e