Our instructors
Emily
Hello, I’m Emily! I’ve had horses for over 20 years and my expertise is Western Riding. I was in 4H for 10 years and rode in WAHSET in high school. I grew up showing in Western Performance and have numerous regional and State awards in Equitation, Trail, Working Ranch horse, Reining, and Showmanship. I currently compete in Reining and Ranch horse classes. I also have a year under my belt as Rodeo Royalty and have rode in numerous parades and carried flags in rodeos all around the Pacific Northwest. Although I love competing, my passion is teaching others. I have given lessons from beginner to advanced riders of all ages. I look forward to riding with you!
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Emily Jene
Hello, I’m Emily Jene. I'm exited to be joining the team at Northwood. I have been riding horses my entire life and I have tried a little bit of everything in the equine world, But my two favorites are trail riding events and roping. My passion for horses has become my life as I also have an equine massage and physical therapy business. I love to teach others all of the amazing rewards that come with owning, taking care of, and riding horses. Horses have been my outlet for so long and to be able to pass my knowledge on to others and watch that same passion grow within them is very rewarding. I cant wait to see you in the saddle.
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Natalie
Hello, I’m Natalie! I’m excited to join the team of instructors here at Northwood Stables! I have been riding horses for as long as I can remember. Growing up I was in 4H and competed at many local open shows. When I first started riding, I loved speed events and participating in local gaming playdays. At the age of 15, I was gifted with a very young and talented mare, who I trained by myself, with occasional help from other local horse men and women. It was then that my passion for performance riding really grew. I enjoy competing in the all around performance events. After spending time prepping myself and my mare, I started showing on the Pinto Horse Association Circuit. We attended multiple Pinto shows in both Oregon and Washington,competing in Western Pleasure, English Pleasure, Halter and Showmanship (my favorite class!) which I was very successful in.
While I love riding myself and showing off the hard work I put into my horses, I love teaching others new skills and watching riders connect and click with their equine partners! I am experienced in teaching all ages and skill levels. I look forward to working with you and watching you grow as a rider!
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Tessa
Hi there! My name is Tessa Anderson, and I am very excited to be joining the amazing instructing team at Northwood stables.
I have been riding since I was 10 years old and have been trained in many disciplines. I have trained and shown in jumping, dressage, gaming events, english pleasure, western pleasure, showmanship, cow events, and many others. I was involved in 4H, open shows, rodeos, WAHSET, and fair court. Showing and competing was amazing but I found my true passion is in instructing and helping riders grow.
I have been instructing and giving horse lessons to all levels in many disciplines for around 10 years. Whether it is for a beginner who has never been around a horse before, to riders who want to explore new techniques. My goal is to help riders understand the fundamentals of riding while building confidence, knowledge, and having fun while doing so. I am looking forward to meeting you all and helping in any way I can. Whether it's a fun relaxing ride or a lesson that challenges you and helps you grow.
Can't wait to meet ya’ll!
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