Riding Lessons

Libby has been riding for over 50 years. She is certified to teach English and western lessons through the Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA). She is certified as a therapeutic riding instructor (CTRI) through the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH Intl). She is also Parelli Level I certified (old Level I which includes the skills of the new Level I and Level II) and loves to help horse owners learn to better communicate with their horses.

Libby's training and experience guarantee that her focus is on teaching a safe and effective lesson.

Besides ground lessons Libby teaches English and western riding, horsemanship, horse husbandry, and trail riding. She works with each rider to improve their self confidence and riding skills and to reach their personal goals.

Horsemanship Classes

Would you love to better understand your horses' body language? Do you want to learn natural horsemanship ground work with your horse?

Instructor Libby Marks-Shepard teaches students how to better understand their horses' non verbal language in order to be able to better understand their horses. Her Ground Work Classes are designed to help you stay safe and for you and your horse become a better partners.

Libby is certified with the CHA, PATH Intl, and Parelli. While she prefers you bring your own horse, you can work with one of ours.