As an Equestrian and an Artist the breadth of my skills help define the quality of my work. I am service oriented and therefore very patient with students. Learning is an adventure and an unknown so can be intimidating. Building knowledge takes fear out of that equation.
Mike Bonham is the head trainer at Bonham Stables. He grew up in the hunter/jumper business in a family largely involved in the equestrian industry. Mike has been all over the country showing horses and running sales and client based barns. He has also spent time in Europe purchasing prospects. He is driven and committed to providing students and their mounts with the guidance necessary to bring out their greatest potential. Mike and his students have won hundreds of hunter and jumper championships. Notably he trained his daughter Kels Bonham to a win at the USEF medal finals in 2009 and several Grand Prix victories as well. Mike is currently
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Horsefeathers is a supportive treatment program for people of all ages and all abilities. All sessions are conducted one-on-one in a calm, non-competitive environment. Using the unique, powerful movement of the horse to awaken and enhance neuromotor function, we help our riders achieve successes that generalize to daily life and build self-esteem.
While Horsefeathers' focus has always been on people with special needs, we now have the capacity to include anyone who wishes to experience the benefits that horseback riding provides.
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Chicago's only polo school for beginners!
Barrington Hills Polo Club School will introduce you to the sport of kings and king of all sports. You can choose for a one day four hour class on the weekend, and then decide if you want to complete the full six week program — no commitment. Either way, you get to ride and play a polo game on your first class. Begginer and more advanced players accomodated.
• Don’t know how to ride? We’ll teach you!
• Don’t have a horse? No problem. We provide everything you need including the horses and all the equipment!
• The Barrington Hills Polo School is nationally re
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I specialize in carriage driving for pleasure or competition (not commercial). I am certified by the CAA (level 1) and successful Combined driving competitor.
I am also a beginner to first level experienced dressage instructor and rider. I specialize in adults and illuminating the mysteries of dressage: the theory, "hows" and " whys" of ridden and driven dressage.
We offer spiritual experiences with horses on the ground, in the saddle, and on the trail. Horses reconnect us to nature and to ourselves. There's no time like the present to meet a horse or make a riding dream come true! You come to us, or we'll come to you- fun for the whole family:)
The most enjoyment I get out of teaching is when my clients have great rides and leave with a smile on their face. I strive to keep each lesson enjoyable while still being productive.