Robyn Schamante - Owner/Head - Trainer
Robyn has a deep rooted background in traditional horsemanship and the classic American forward riding system with emphasis on safety, great horse care, dedication, ambition and hard work while not forgetting to have fun with your horse!
Robyn has spent over 20 years in the Hunter/Jumper world. As a youth and young adult she showed successfully on the Michigan Hunter Jumper Association (MHJA) and Hunter Jumper Association of Michigan (HJAM) circuits. As well as showing in Illinois, Ohio, Kentucky and Florida. She has competed in the Hunter, Jumper & Equitation divisions at the C, B & A (AA) level.
Robyn continues her riding & learning while working with horses in the barn that need training as well as working with and riding horses at shows. She also attends clinics both to audit and ride. George Morris, Nancy Kotting, Mark Leone and Karen Healey are some of the recent clinics she has been to. In May 2009 Robyn attended a USHJA (United States Hunter/Jumper Association) Trainer Symposium in Savannah, Georgia.
Robyn graduated college in 2004 with a Bachelors degree in Design and Architecture. While attending college she worked as a swim instructor/coach, life guard, assisted with pre-school classes and day camps at the Auburn Hills YMCA & Cranbrook/Kingswood Natatorium. She has a strong background with horses, teaching and kids. Robyn is certified in CPR & First Aid as well as being a Certified Trainer through the USHJA.
Liah Henzi - Weekend Warrior
Liah is our weekend warrior!
Liah and her family live next door. Liah takes care of daily barn chores every weekend and occasionally fills in during the week when needed. Liah has been riding for several year both English & Western. Most recently Liah has taken an interest in speed events with her horse Uno. She participates on her high school equestrian team and rides annually at the Washtenaw county 4-H fair. Liah has also worked with the 4-H Protege program which selects older, experienced riders to pair up with kids just learning about horses and riding.
Liah is a diligent, friendly, observant horsewoman and works hard to improve her own skills. She joins out GES family for many activities as well as helps out with our volunteer opportunities. We are also pleased that Leah assistants with the GES summer camp and taking on a few of our beginner lessons when help is needed.
Danielle Tarvis - Weekday Barn Staff
Andrea Nowak - Assistant Instructor
Danielle comes and takes care of the GES equine residents in the morning!
Danielle has been riding and working around horses since she was very young. She has extensive experience with her own horses both in a large and small setting, working in several area stables not only feeding and turning out but also riding and assisting with teaching. Danielle also volunteers with local stables when time allows as well as being an active part of the Brighton Homeschool Equestrian Team as a coach and leader. She has also been active in her 4-H groups for several years.
Danielle is a valuable memeber of GES staff and is commited to up holding our high standard of horse care as well as customer service!
Andrea has been working around and riding horses for over 10 years. She grew up riding at a large Hunter/Jumper lesson facility and did everything she could to be there as much as possible. From assisnting with pony-party's to day camp to grooming horses and riding as much as she could. She has Hunter Seat training from some top area trainers and is familiar with the Michigan Hunter/Jumper world.
Andrea has worked in a handful of barns and has a great sense of what riders need to learn to be sucessful horseman and well as competent riders. She has been working with kids for many years as well and riders enjoy her easy going personality, attention to detail and teaching style. She is very eager to continue her education in the equine industry.
Andrea will be teaching lessons on Monday, Wednesdays and Saturdays as well as taking over some of the day camp sessions in the summer and helping with rentals.
