We are here to help you succeed in your riding goals!
PRF is a fun, active barn with lots of learning opportunities both in the saddle and on the ground. PRF is committed to creating well rounded and knowledgable equestrians who are upstanding, commendable citizens outside of the barn. The benefits of riding go beyond the saddle and extend into every aspect of life;
Organization, leadership, work ethic, athleticism, team work, responsibility, respect and good stewardship.
PRF's Riding Academy offers monthly subscription packages of private, semi private, group lessons
or a combination of both. Online booking coming soon!
Lesson Policy and Procedures Form
Liability Form
PRF is a fun, active barn with lots of learning opportunities both in the saddle and on the ground. PRF is committed to creating well rounded and knowledgable equestrians who are upstanding, commendable citizens outside of the barn. The benefits of riding go beyond the saddle and extend into every aspect of life;
Organization, leadership, work ethic, athleticism, team work, responsibility, respect and good stewardship.
PRF's Riding Academy offers monthly subscription packages of private, semi private, group lessons
or a combination of both. Online booking coming soon!
Lesson Policy and Procedures Form
Liability Form
MEET THE PRF TEAM!
Maia Jensen's teaching style is based in goal setting, thoughtful riding, and discussion/self evaluation. An avid equestrian from a young age, Maia has a wealth of experience working with all kinds of horses from ottb's, to upper level event horses, to naughty ponies. In 2014 she passed her USPC H-A certification, one of only a handful of candidates to pass that year. She has competed through prelim eventing, 2nd level dressage, and 1.10m jumpers. From the years 2011 through 2015 Maia was a working student/groom for 4* rider Allie Sacksen. During this time she gained valuable experience managing the care of upper-level event horses and introducing green young horses to the sport of eventing. Maia is an enthusiastic and thoughtful instructor and trainer, contact her at (814)-574-5045 to schedule a lesson or a training ride for your horse. Ship ins welcome or training board is available depending on stall space.
Visit her web site https://maiajensenequestrian.weebly.com for more information.
Visit her web site https://maiajensenequestrian.weebly.com for more information.
PRF owner and instructor, Briana Yetter, is an active Area II, USEA competitor. Briana places an emphasize on developing her students independent seat and basic equitation skills that can then be applied to helping their horses develop in their training. As the owner of PRF you can contact her regarding any of our instructors. 570-856-4977 brily17@ptd.net.
ARIA Certified (American Riding Instructor Association)
Karen Garcia is one of our Young Rider Instructors with a special passion and patience for the youngest of students. Along with teaching lessons she also leads many of our summer camps and works as PRF's barn manager. She is currently working towards her own riding goals in Eventing with her 12yr old Quarter Horse, Leroy. Karen moved here 6 years ago from Washington state where she had spent 10+ years as a barn manager at a few locations, including 4yrs as a professional groom for an upper level Dressage rider. Her time there also had her working closely with riding instructor and professional life coach Jen Verharen. Karen’s experience and passion for horses and teaching kids makes her a wonderful part of our barn. Karen is ARIA Certified (American Riding Instructors Association) and a ACA (Assistant Center Administrator) of Pleasant Ridge Pony Club Center. Visit her FaceBook page KG Equestrian
Anneka Syvarth is one of our young rider instructors and heads our summer
camps. She has a genuine love for teaching our next generation of riders the
basics, and most importantly the fun of it! She is currently working on moving up
the Pony Club levels with her older OTTB, Ipswitch. She has been riding since she
could remember, but has been seriously working to achieve major goals since 2013. She spends her free time in the summer working and training with well-known riders such as Allie Sacksen and Kevin Bowie. Contact her at (570)-236-8266 to get your kid started.
Joei Rettenmyer is one of our Young Rider instructors at PRF. With her upbeat nature, equine experience, and love for her students, she makes a great addition to our PRF family! Joei’s students learn fundamentals while having a blast! She recently transitioned from her beloved Halflinger pony named Mickey to a beautiful OTTB named Echo. Joei aspires to continue moving up the United States Pony Club and event levels! Joei is a knowledgeable and hard working girl who commits to her horses and students. Contact Joei for lessons at (570-807-7084).
