dmb Performance Horses

02/12/2025

We have the coolest opportunity to in-barn lease the bestest boy, cutest faced, Wy-Guy, Wy-Wy, Wyatt, Good N Shameless. This lease would start May 1, 2025 with several opportunities to show with team for the rest of the year! We head out to shows at least once a month.

Wyatt is super easy to prep and show, currently hanging out at the top of his classes at tough open shows here in MI and OH. Does all the events, showmanship, HUS, EQ, WP, HSMP and the Trail.

02/04/2025

After yesterday, I am posting a VIBE CHECK! How you doin’?

I’m feeling FANTASTIC!
1) A GREAT weekend judging at Morehead, KY. Thank you to the entire team for making it run so smoothly!
2) Practices resume tonight with some of my favorite catch ride student athletes.
3) Horse show this weekend (and every weekend until Level 1 Championships in some way shape or form - BLESSED and Stressed)!

01/28/2025

So proud of our team! These young people spent the first part of the season showing their tenacity and grit. I could type for hours and list their accomplishments, but it wouldn't do justice to their sportsmanship, talent, kindness, and humor!

Special thanks to Taylor Dowd-Kerr for coaching the inaugural Hunt Seat team! Several of our teammates are Regionals bound.

Are you ready to take the leap and join an incredible team that's making waves? Don’t miss out—reach out to me today to discover more about our thriving group of equestrians and the amazing possibilities that lie ahead. Your next adventure starts here!

12/18/2024

Who knows where we will end up, but I have to say, it’s pretty fun being part of the “Team Game”! We’ve always had a strong team aspect and even stronger individual riders, but never filled out the spots to be competitive as a team. I’m enjoying seeing how this is positively affecting all my student athletes.

11/07/2024

Our hunt season is coming to a close, but our western teams are moving and groovin. If you’re interested, message me today!

REPOSTING this welcome message as we have added more new teams to the IEA since our original post on September 29th....

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IEA is very proud and thrilled to WELCOME the following 125+ NEW EQUESTRIAN TEAMS to the 2024-2025 IEA Season! Best of Luck!

Many teams are still actively looking for new riders and there are still several months of regular season shows happening across the nation.

Planning to start a team in 2025-2026 and have questions? Reach out to IEA Membership Marketing Coordinator, Jennifer Eaton at [email protected] or by calling 1-877-RIDE-IEA ext. 203 to learn more.

We welcome coaches to start IEA teams from public and private middle and high schools, colleges and universities, and privately owned barns and riding academies. Learn more at www.rideiea.org

Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association National Collegiate Equestrian Association (NCEA) Intercollegiate Dressage Association

09/23/2024

I had the GREAT pleasure to fill in last minute at the Harry Huges Open Show and had THE BEST! show staff and the most outgoing, hardest working ring steward! I awarded him the sportsmanship award (he was just hanging at the show because his sister shows). Thanks everyone for a great day!

09/18/2024

WE’VE MOVED!

(Technically it happened a while ago, and it’s just 500 ft down the hill, but still)

With this move, I’m open to several different scenarios, as we have more space:

Individual borders
Equine Professionals (trainers, breeders, etc)
Therapy programs

If you’re looking to start your business or have a serene and convenient place to board your equine partner, reach out!

714 Hogsback
Mason, MI 48854

A very modest and quiet location with loads of amenities!
1. Stalls cleaned daily (horses are stalled nightly)
2. We will feed 2x daily, purina impact OR any additional feedstuffs at your cost. When horses are stalled they have free choice, 50/50 alfalfa/grass mix.
3. 20 total acres of pasture/paddocks for turn in groups (some individual turn out available).
4. Giant indoor
5. Tack lockers for individual boarders and/trainer tack room
6. Bathroom
7. Heated Viewing
8. Room to hack around the 40 acre property
9. 25+ years experienced professional, carded judge, and national champion coach, lives on site and has availability for lessons.
10. Boarders must pay the Pet Me Tax upon arrival to the most wonderful Moussé dog (outside dogs not allowed on property).

We currently manage several equestrian teams and AQHA/APHA/ABRA show horses. Inquires should understand and respect youth equestrians, their unique energy, enthusiasms and abilities.

09/10/2024

Are you looking for a TEAM that has a strong focus on sportsmanship?

Are you seeking a community for your equestrian in an otherwise individual sport?

How about an organization that focuses on building skill, teaching student riders to compete with others who have similar abilities?!?

Does your student athlete want to start showing, but does not have a equine partner?

LOOK NO FURTHER! No horse ownership necessary! YEDA and IEA are meant for you!

We have started practices (and team building days) but are still looking for a few more riders to add to our competitive team. Message me to find out more!

08/11/2024

What better way to celebrate Son and Daughter Day than with an Equine Experience? We offer all sorts of opportunities for the young person in your life, from casual riding lessons to competition experiences. No horse ownership necessary - come ride for our team or lease one of our experienced mounts! We participate in or have partnerships with great instructors in all disciplines. We also accept haul-ins for lessons and take horses in for training! Contact me to discuss options and set something FUN! up for your Son or Daughter!

Thank YOU! to every family that chooses dmb Performance Horses and contributes to the fantastic learning environment here at the farm!

08/10/2024

Our teams are off to a strong start, and we want to extend an invitation for you to join us. We have broadened our range of disciplines to include Hunt and Dressage. Despite this expansion, we are just as committed to excelling in Western events!

No worries if you don't own a horse because we've got that covered for you. As a student, you'll have the opportunity to practice at our farm with our fabulous instructors and even participate in shows, where you'll be matched with a horse based on your skill level.

If you're interested in joining a team that offers both fun and competition, reach out for all the details about the 2024-25 season. While team practices begin in a few short weeks, you can register for individual sessions and membership right now!

08/08/2024

We're already hustling on 2025 offerings...

We need your help with APHA Youth Futurity Project!

I have a couple students who are interested in taking on projects, but if you have a kiddo looking for guidance, I would take on two more students to coach through this program.

What we are really looking for is horse donations - lease, commission sales, or any other scenario you can imagine! Terms are extremely negotiable and all horses will be insured through our team. We will take 2025 Yearlings or two year olds of ANY BREED (stock type preferred). They should be youth-friendly, but we all understand inherent risk, especially when working with young stock. This is a great opportunity for your horse to get consistent work, guidance from industry professional and some time on a world stage! We'll hit up a few shows prior to Worlds for some additional experience.

Lets chat! and give some youth a GREAT experience/introduction into horse ownership.

For more details visit: https://apha.com/ajpha/contests/youthfuturityproject/

08/03/2024

Looking for something new? We've expanded our offerings to include Hunt and Dressage disciplines and we're excited to invite you to join us! No need to worry – we'll still be competitive in Western events too!

If you're interested in being a part of our team, you're in luck. We've got you covered on the horse front - NO OWNERSHIP NECESSARY. Our students will have the opportunity to practice at our farm with our fantastic instructors and ride horses at shows, matched to their skill level in a draw-based format.

Join a team that's both fun and competitive! I have all the details for the 2024-25 season. While team practices start in the fall, you can sign up for individual sessions and membership now! Let's make it a great season together!

08/01/2024

We’ve had a UNBELIEVABLE response to this program. For those of you that have offered your stock, thank you. I’m still compiling a list and will be discussing prospects with youth in a couple weeks. Below are some details of the APHA Youth Futurity Project for those of you seeing this for the first time.

I have a couple students who are interested in taking on projects, but if you have a kiddo looking for guidance, I would take on two more students to coach through this program.

What we are really looking for is horse donations - lease, commission sales, or any other scenario you can imagine! Terms are extremely negotiable and all horses will be insured through our team. We will take 2025 Yearlings or two year olds of ANY BREED (stock type preferred). They should be youth-friendly, but we all understand inherent risk, especially when working with young stock. This is a great opportunity for your horse to get consistent work, guidance from industry professional and some time on a world stage! We'll hit up a few shows prior to Worlds for some additional experience.

Lets chat! and give some youth a GREAT experience/introduction into horse ownership.

For more details visit:

The Youth Futurity Project aims to teach and motivate youth to acquire horse training skills by raising and training their own animals.

07/30/2024

On International Day of Friendship, I just want to say, "YOU'RE THE BEST!"

I've had the privilege of meeting some truly amazing people on my journey, and it's impossible to express just how grateful I am for everyone who has helped me along the way. Here are a couple of heartwarming photos to honor the beautiful friendships I have formed in this lifetime.

07/27/2024

I hope you enjoyed (or are currently enjoying - based on how you watch) the Olympic Opening Ceremonies. We can all appreciate a stellar athlete and our horses (and competitors) are just that! We have expanded our disciplines to include Hunt and Dressage and want YOU! to join us. Don't worry, will still be a champion contender in the Western events too!

No need to worry about owning a horse because we've got you covered. Students will get to practice at our farm or with our awesome instructors and will even have the chance to ride horses at shows, matched to their skill level in a draw-based format.

If you're keen on joining a team that's both fun and competitive, hit me up for all the details on the 2024-25 season. Team practices kick off in the fall, but you can sign up for individual sessions and membership right now!

07/25/2024

For Parents Appreciation Day, I'd like to say a GIANT, THANK YOU!

I have great parents on staff, and I'd be a liar if I said it was smooth sailing 24/7, but the storms are few and far between. Your support while I raise your student athletes to AWESOME equestrians has been the coolest experience I have ever been privilege to.

I'll let you get back to working on all the sign up information now, please and thank you! 🤣

07/22/2024

It's time to get started on some 2025 things...

Our newest venture, APHA Youth Futurity Project! All youth members can participate in the program and all breeds of horses, with additional incentives offered to Paint Horses. A current AjPHA membership is required. While there are no ownership requirements, only the youth may train the horse after March 1st of the current show year until the youth exhibitors has completed their APHA Youth Futurity Project classes. Verbal guidance from external trainers, parents, or coaches is welcomed, but the training of the horse must be exclusively carried out by the youth showing the horse. Any youth found in violation of these rules will face disciplinary action.

For more details visit: https://apha.com/ajpha/contests/youthfuturityproject/

I have a couple students who are interested in taking on projects, but if you have a kiddo looking for guidance, I would take on two more students to coach through this program.

What we are really looking for is horse donations! We will take 2025 Yearlings or two year olds of ANY BREED (stock type preferred). They should be youth-friendly, but we all understand inherent risk, especially when working with young stock. Terms are extremely negotiable and all horses will be insured through our team. This is a great opportunity for your horse to get consistent work, guidance from industry professional and some time on a world stage! We'll hit up a few shows prior to Worlds for some additional experience.

Lets chat! and give some youth a GREAT experience/introduction into horse ownership.