Georgia Sport Horses, LLC

10/22/2024

We have had perfect weather to enjoy getting these great kids out for positive show miles. 🌟

08/30/2024

🌟 1 stall available for young horse development. It's never too soon to prepare our young horses for life ahead. Join our fantastic team of dedicated professionals to perfect the trajectory of correct progression of the mind and body! 🌟

Rates begin at $1,000 >1 y/o, $1,600 1-3 year old. Stallion candidates and breeding mare credential training also available for inspections, Mare Performance Tests, USDF Breeders Championship Series, and more!

05/31/2024

We have 2 stalls available. Lesson, training, retirement, and rehabilitation board packages for mature horses begin at $1,600. 0-2 year old packages begin at $1,000. Located in Monroe, Georgia.

🌟 Premium feeds
🌟 Premium turn out
🌟 Premium footing in our covered arena
🌟 Premium, all-inclusive care

Stay home and enjoy working with our horses in a relaxed environment or gear up to join us at this season's events! 🏅

Pony discounts and rescue discounts available. 🐎

Please PM for questions/details, email [email protected] or call (603)395-6932

05/06/2024

2 stalls available June 1st. Enjoy a calm environment to reach your goals within. Each horse receives indidualized care within an individualized program. Offering lessons, training, young horse raising, retirement and rehabilitation. Please email [email protected] Or call (603)395-6932

04/05/2024

May 1st- Lacey Halstead of Whole Horse Saddle Fit will be in our area and visiting our farm to help our horses feel and perform their best. We would like to offer our covered arena for haul in sessions that don't have to be weather dependant. Lacey offers saddle checks and adjustments, consignments, and on site support to build our bespoke saddles with the help of Karen Borne and Andrew Sankey. We have the dream team for what ever your saddle needs may be 🌟

Please contact us for details!

12/15/2023

Alan Rockette, our multi talented super star. 🌟 Alan did us the honor of being the first to ride on the new arena and he looked and felt amazing! Alan is available for half lease in the new year and loves to showcase his many talents! 🌟 Please contact us for more info.

12/13/2023

🌟 We are excited to announce the completion of our new covered arena! Featuring an extra-wide dressage court with a custom state of the art surface, our arena is designed with purpose tested and mixed materials for the disciplines of dressage, jumping and, vaulting while providing the perfect footing to accomodate our rehabilitation clients. Our unique surface mix provides optimum stability and support while giving just enough "give" in order to consistently insure the best for our horses. Our outdoor square pen is just as perfect for starting youngsters, and we can't wait for mirrors to be added to the covered arena in the new year! We now have stalls available starting January 15. We also have limited availability for haul in weekly and bi-weekly lessons! Join us in staying comfortable in the covered arena while our horses enjoy staying comfortable on the premium German Geo Textile fiber mix surface and stay tuned for our 2024 clinic and event schedule! 🌟

💫 We owe many thank you's to the amazing team on this special project. Thank you / DMJ Dirt Work for being the main man on the ground, we couldn't have done it without you! Thank you Michael Depew and Osborne and Sons LLC for helping us to be sure we have the science down and a fantastic riding experience for many years. Thank you to Mr. Fergie from England for pitching in on all of the farm projects. And of course, thank you to .minett and Matt Bartell for carefully curating an amazing work space and allowing us to share it with you. It's truly the arena that dreams are made of! 💫

Now back to all of the other farm upgrades and renovations! 🤩

11/29/2023

It's and this is a very cool one with just ONE day between the first and last images. This horse was diagnosed with facet arthritis when he began having difficulty learning his flying changes while making the jump from second level to third in his regular training program. There is a lot that goes into correcting muscle patterns and posture, and just as much that goes into maintaining the corrective changes for positive longevity. First image is pre-session. Second image is after session. Third image is after our second session in a row. Consistency, a balanced diet (amino acids!), regular saddle fittings (maybe a new saddle if he gets any more buff!), and support from his team is the recipe to success!

And a little ... Our lovely Friesian horses were originally bred to trot, trot, trot. Teaching them to lean more towards "back moving" and further away from "leg moving" is absolutely critical to showing off this fancy and athletic breed to the best of their ability. And for a long time!

11/16/2023

We now have availability for on-site lessons at YOUR farm in addition to haul in lessons in our beautiful new covered arena! Using classical dressage, correct biomechanics, and high standards of hormanship, we aim to cultivate a strong partnership between horses and their riders. Our mission is to help EVERY horse and rider succeed through an individualized training program that fosters a deeper connection and understanding of the aides. Whether you enjoy spending time with horses for fun, for competition, or for other disciplines such as hunters, jumpers, eventing, western, or enjoy a ground work/in-hand focus, we have you covered. Please contact us to schedule a consultation!

10/24/2023

Thanks guys! 💕

10/23/2023

⭐️ We have 1 stall available! Located between Good Hope, GA and Monroe, GA on 22 picturesque acres. 🐴

Our facility features:
⭐️ A huge covered arena with automatic irrigation system and excellent lighting for year round riding.
⭐️ Safe and well maintained pastures to ride outdoors in.
⭐️ Well lit, clean, and well bedded stalls.
⭐️ 5 ft. tall fencing with non-climb mesh; the safest the industry has to offer.
⭐️ Climate controlled tack room and lounge.
⭐️ Infrared heater in grooming/wash bay.
⭐️ Electro-groom horse vacuum.
⭐️ Hacking trails and ability to hack off property into the heart of horse country.
⭐️ Climate controlled tack room and lounge.
⭐️ Full bathroom with shower and laundry services currently being completed and already looking great!
⭐️ Covered arena with automatic irrigation system currently under renovation. Arena will feature a secret mix with German Gio Textile Footing.
⭐️ An easy 25 min drive to UGA teaching hospital. Service on the farm also provided by our UGA team members!
⭐️ Under 1 hour from the Atlanta airport.
⭐️ 2 hours from Aiken, SC.

Services and care include:
🐴 Free choice Timothy and/or alfalfa hay.
🐴 Low sugar fortified forage based diet with high quality supplemental grain.
🐴 Salt, electrolytes, and/or mineral blocks provided by the stables.
🐴 Individual or small group turn out.
🐴 Well bedded, banked, and clean stalls.
🐴 Blanketing through lovely Georgia temperature fluctuation.
🐴 All inclusive grooming services offering all of the essentials. Fly spray, shampoo, conditioner, hoof dressing, linament, and more.
🐴 Constant supervision from our professional on-site team along with camera surveillance.
🐴 Dedicated support from our visiting team members of top-notch professionals, including vets, farriers, body workers, saddle fitters, and more.
🐴 Service packages include half training, full training, young horse raising, brood mare care, rehabilitation, and retirement options. There's something for everyone!
🐴 Leasing and sales.
🐴 Active event schedule for the needs of all. Breed inspections, USDF breed shows, clinics, schooling shows and National level events.

⭐️ Please PM, email [email protected] Or call (603) 395-6932 for more info!

10/19/2023

Sweet Sky, the matriarch of our herd. She is the first to sooth a nervous newbie and the best babysitter in the world. Horses learn surprisingly well by observing, and Sky leads by example. We are lucky to have her around into old age to share her kindness, patience, and wisdom.

10/19/2023

🦄 The amazing Alan is available for half lease! 🦄

🌟 Alan is an 11 year old Connemara who was bred in Ireland and recently imported from the UK where he excelled in all aspects of Pony Club, eventing, fox hunting, dressage and even vaulting! Alan stands at 15.1 hh and absolutely loves to be cuddled and pampered. Alan is the sweetest and tries his best at everything. He can literally turn his hooves to anything! Alan's family would love to share him with another rider while working towards a show record in the US. 🌟

Please PM, call (603) 395-6932 or email [email protected] for more info!

09/26/2023

Congratulations to Main Stud Book mare Sebastiana HHV (Supremat-Escudo II) and .bohn for acceptance into the Hanoverian Main Stud Book and high score award at our inspection! 🎉

09/08/2023

A sneak peak at our new residence! We currently have 2 stalls available for reservation. Our new home features a BIG covered arena, beautifully maintained pastures with no climb fencing, additional shelters in each turn out area, hacking paths and more! 🤩

09/02/2023

Congratulations to FIRST PREMIUM 🥇 c**t Springdale de Rhodon, and team! We all had a fantastic time at the KWPN Keuring and enjoyed watching all of the lovely young horses while listening to valuable judge feedback and earning young Springdale more positive exposure. Way to go, Springdale! 🎉

07/05/2023

We all had a great time with .gentry.18 at the farm to check in with our bit and bridle needs. Mouth confirmation, horses' way of going, rider tendancies, and horse/rider level of development are very important. Thank you .gentry.18 for sharing your immense experience and helping to take the time consuming guess work and frustration out of trying many different bits in order to find just the right ones! And a big thank you to our team who make it possible for us to share the experience by participating. It was lovely to have a small clinic at our cozy farm. 🐴

06/27/2023

If you're like me and want to find the balance between protecting your horse's legs and keeping them cool, try different products to see what works best for the job!

I recently tried a pair of fancy and expensive boots with mentions of things like "next generation," "ventilated," "breathable," and the most exciting "proprietary technology." I couldn't believe how quickly Caden's legs warmed up while comparing to a basic, simple, cheap, polo wrap!

I recently tried a quality boot from a brand I already liked. They looked professional, they offered good coverage, they were convenient for me to put on and take off, they were easy to clean, and they did, in fact, help keep the temperature of the leg cool. They were well worth the price, but I was sad to find that they just didn't fit Caden's unique proportions.

All roads seem to lead me back to these trusty polo wraps that are only a little bit different than your typical fleece and his legs always feel about the same temperature as the rest of his body by the end of a ride. I don't mind taking a few extra minutes to apply a wrap until I find a more convenient boot I really like. The great thing about a basic wrap is that they fit just about anyone and for a fraction of the price of fancy marketing!

06/24/2023

"Training is not to make a quiet horse, but an intelligent one."
-Tristan Tucker

While working with different types of horses, many can be categorized by their unique way of reacting to stress. Just like humans, horses are individuals that grow and change and its important to know that labels are not one size fits all. Sometimes the pendulum of training swings and that's a completely NORMAL part of correct development to increase confidence, understanding and balance. Which of these 3 responses could currently characterize your horse?

Fight- 🥊 The fight response can manifest as assertiveness, aggression, or bossiness. This is when your horse reacts by confronting what they perceive to be the source of their anxiety.

Flight- 🏃‍♀️ The flight response is characterized by increased reactivity and potential explosive reactions. This is when your horse wants to flee from what they perceive to be the source of their anxiety.

Freeze- 😱 The freeze response can be the trickiest to identify and is often mistaken for the positive "desensitization," some spend many hours searching for, until it transitions into either fight, flight, or both. Your horse may appear desensitized, shut down, still or rigid, while they could be internalizing their concerns. When a horse utilizes the freeze response, they may hold their breath in an attempt to make themselves inconspicuous to blend in with the environment until their perceived source of anxiety is gone.

06/12/2023

"People do not decide their futures, they decide their habits and their habits decide their futures."

- Frederick Matthias Alexander



Evaluate if your habits are moving you closer to reaching your goals or holding you back from achieving them. What would you change if given the opportunity?

06/08/2023

Though many assume he belongs to the Iberian breeds, our handsome Caden is actually a Curly Horse with straight hair, making him truly one of a kind! ⭐️ Join us in celebrating Caden and his Curly relatives as they take the spotlight as USDF's June Breed of the Month!

The cool Curly Sporthorse! We are celebrating them as our 2023 June Breed of the Month!

05/11/2023

with our girl, Sky. Then and now. Sky has always been a dedicated partner and special teacher. Our seniors deserve the best retirement we can provide after many years of unwavering partnership. It's a good life made even better by providing her with another job that she loves later in life. Being the "nanny" to our young (and giant in comparison), Sebastiana is clearly a role she fits into well. 🥰

05/03/2023

. 🍎 With show season ramping up here in Georgia, our horses and riders have all gained a baseline for our 2023 journaling and goal setting. So let's get SMART! 🧠

Specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time bound... Let's get into it! 👏

✏️ S: Specific- be specific on what you would like to accomplish and what steps you will need to take in order to accomplish that goal, then come up with any micro goals needed to reach your main goals.

Example- If you'd like to learn or teach your horse flying changes, there are a few boxes that you must check first! 1. Simple changes/ canter/walk/canter transitions into both true and counter canter. 2. The ability to lengthen and shorten the canter on the spot. 3. Insure reliable haunches-in and shoulder-in at walk, trot and canter.

Or maybe you'd like to compete in your first training level test! Then you must check off, 1. The ability to make an accurate 20 meter circle at the trot and canter. 2. A reliable stretchy trot on the 20 meter circle. (which comes up quite quickly and leaves before you know it!) 3. An over all understanding of basic geometry and how that relates to your dressage court and letter placement. Or for those riding the new training level tests, 4. An accurate shallow loop serpentine.

⚖️M: Measurable- your goals must be measurable and made easy to track progress so that you know when you've reached the finish line.

Example: "I would like to bring my usual score of 6 on my leg yeild up to a score of 7."

Or maybe you need a new peice of equipment... "I would like to buy a new show jacket by saving up $50 per month for 5 months."

📖A: Achievable- You must have a serious look in the mirror to determine if this is something that you and your team can accomplish, a healthy challenge that isn't too difficult. Risk balanced with preparation is where the fine line of equestrian success lives but, you should be sure that you have set your team up for reasonably achievable success. Positivity, resources and good intruction/support is key.

Example: "I would like to ride 5 days per week and gain confidence riding off property." Well, you'll need well fitting tack to prevent back soreness in your horse, this requires a great saddle fitter as well as safe transport to off property schooling locations.

Example: There could be 5 or 50 other competitors in your class. Instead of setting the goal that you'd like to place 1st in your class, instead, determine a dressage score, making a clean jump round or keeping your young horse calm and confident during their firsts.

👩‍🏫R: Relevant- You should know your "why." Do your goals seem worth while? Are you able to find motivation to reach them? Does your lifestyle allow for your goal reaching trajectory?

⏰️T: Time bound- Stating that you "want to improve" is not quite enough. No one is more responsible for your goals than you are. When there is a will, there is always a way. You should not be too critical when you encounter set backs but, we need to be flexible and allow for the unexpected.

Something that I have always done is to list my yearly goals with each horse and rider in an order of what I can explain as "bronze," "silver" and, "gold" goal reaching. As with most things in horses, we prepare, prepare, prepare. Work, work, work. All to then hurry up and wait while humbly hoping we've done everything right. So, my "bronze" goal is the minimum amount of growth and my "gold" goal is hard work along with a little bit of incalculable good fortune.

🌟And this is my for you... What are your bronze, silver and gold goals for 2023?

I'll go first with our sweet coming 4 year old filly, Sebastiana!

🥉Bronze- To participate in this year's USDF breed shows to earn her enough scores to qualify for a Horse of the Year Award, All Breed Award and to qualify for the Dressage Sport Horse Breeder's Championship. Since she has been lightly backed, I would also like her and her (human) Mom to do their first Intro level tests together to gain confidence working together and trusting each other under pressure. (And having fun dressing up 😉)

🥈Silver- To qualify at Training Level for our Region's Championships held at WEC this September.

🥇Gold- To compete in the USDF 4 year old test before the end of the year.

🏆Bonus goals include attending breed inspections and participating in her Hanoverian Mare Performance Test if time and scheduling allows.

Our challenges mostly relate to giving Sebastiana a smaller workload and fewer miles than the average horse of a more mature riding age. "Seb" will get 2 months off from training this year regardless of her performance in competitions and inspections. Her training time is also kept to a minimum at about 2-3 rides per week kept under 30 mins each with minimal circles and no ridden lateral work outside of show dates. We will continue to break down our goals, strategize, determine our strengths and weaknesses together, stay positive and keep on keepin' on. 💪 Go team, go!

03/08/2023

It's never too soon to start our youngsters off on the right hoof. Bathing, in-hand and trail walking, oh my! Providing small, regular sessions in response training, or what we like to call "brain teasers," makes a world of difference in the confidence and abilities of our littlest ones. Working to build great habits that will follow them through a future of life long learning. While it's also never too late to start and we love our golden oldies the same, neural plasticity is highest at a young age and a great thing to enjoy with your partner if you have the opportunity!

01/03/2023

This strapping young man is bringing in the new year and showing off his 2022 gains in a two for one and post! It is hard to believe that handsome Taylor will be 27 years old this year and that he is in fact, not aging backwards.

Today's is to remember that low intensity exercises provide high value for horses of all ages and training levels!

A few reasons why you should regularly incorporate low intensity work into your schedule:
🐴 Stimulates postural muscles to support spinal stability.
🐴 Decreases demand on ligaments and joints.
🐴 Helps reduce joint pain.
🐴 Provides mental stimulation.
🐴 Decreases the speed of decline in seniors.
🐴 Boosts circulation. (Which could help prevent colic!)
🐴 Assists in weight management.
🐴 Increases propriosception.
🐴 A great way to exercise your horse if space is limited.
🐴 A great way to exercise your horse if movement is limited due to injury or illness. (With vet approval 😉)
🐴 Helps our ex show horses feel like they're still in the game at their own speed with their team.
🐴 Helps our youngsters start a structured training routine while building strength in anticipation for larger work loads later.
🐴 Helpful in providing a baseline of your horse's normal movement and an opportunity to regularly check in with how they're feeling.

A few of the low intensity exercises we regularly incorporate into our program are:
💪Unmounted hill work.
💪Walk cavalettis.
💪Carrot stretches.
💪Use of balance pads.
💪In-hand work.
💪Intentional grooming/massage.
💪Physical therapy exercises assigned by our vets.
💪Use of kinesiology tape between training/rehab sessions and to support effects of body work.
💪 Prioritized turn out with safe footing. Bonus hills and friends to move around and forage with when possible! 🤸‍♀️

If your horse has any physical ailments, pain management must be discussed with your vet prior to beginning work. Good exercise and training may seem relatively easy but we fully utilize and thoroughly appreciate our support team!

Let us know what other low intensity exercises you love to use! 🥂 To health and wellness for all in 2023! 🎉🎉🎉