MARCH/APRIL 2013 THE RIDER /35 OQHA Trainers Challenge


OQHA realizes how important our professionals are to our shows and associa- tion. Each year trainers haul their clients to our shows, par- ticipate in clinics at novice shows, but often don’t get the recognition they deserve. To assist with promoting our pro- fessionals in the industry, OQHA offered a trainers chal- lenge in 2012 and following a successful competition, we will offer it again for 2013. This is an opportunity to pro- mote our professionals and offer them a unique and fun filled challenge, allowing them to compete for a special OQHA year end award against other professionals.


With six trainers partici- pating in the challenge, the points were so close; it came down to the day of our AGM before we knew who would be receiving the Reserve award. We appreciated the support of our generous sponsors – Royle Trailers and Tom Howe for sponsoring the high point award, with the top trainer receiving a custom made Tom Howe belt buckle. Reserve award received a pair of Kathy’s spurs.


The competition allowed our trainers to earn bonus points by competing in “non showing events” in hopes to reach out to our members and other horse enthusiasts. These bonus tasks included submit- ting “how to” videos and men- torship of novice exhibitors at shows and OQHA events. There were a total of 9 great videos submitted by these pro- fessionals, so if you haven’t already watched them, please go to the OQHA website at www.oqha.on.ca/about/train- er.html. These videos range in topics such things as how to hang a tail, various trail manoeuvers, and tips on west- ern pleasure.


We would like to thank our trainers for competing in this challenge and congratulate them on an excellent year. We look forward to added interest for 2013!


High Point Trainer - Jessica Lange – AQHA Professional Horseman


Jessica Lange Performance Horses, Stratford, Ontario (519) 949-0708


rider who has earned countless accolades as a youth, non pro, and professional rider. She has proven herself as a knowl- edgeable and encouraging instructor and trainer through the success of her clients. Jess has had the opportu- nity to work with many talent- ed horses throughout her rid- ing career. She has been awarded numerous top ten placing’s at prestigious shows throughout Canada and the United States. Joining her pro- gram is a decision you will never second guess, her dedi- cation, knowledge of the industry, and personality, is sure to make your showing experience a rewarding one.


Reserve High Point Trainer – Jonathan Newnham


624-1592


Rick Fleetwood and Robyn Storey have nearly 50 years of combined experience as professional trainers. They run a very successful Show Horse training facility in Cam- bridge, Ontario. They are a multi-service facility offering training, lessons, consulta- tions, sale preparation and more. They are also available for Judging assignments and Clinics.


and seasoned individuals an effective coaching experience in all around events.


Jodi Mallette – AQHA Professional Horseman JM Quarter Horses, Mono, Ontario (905) 846-9309


JM Quarter Horses has been in business since 2004. JM Quarter Horses offers training, coaching, lessons and sales. Jodi specializes in the all around horse and really enjoys the pro- cess of bringing riders along from the entry level, to novice showing at the Quarter Horse level and seeing the


Jonathan Newnham Reining and Pleasure Horses, Brant- ford, Ontari o (519) 717-9556 Jonathan Newnham offers training, conditioning, showing and sales. Jonathan and his clients have attended many major circuits and have experienced a number of exciting wins. From weekend shows to major events such as the All American Quarter Horse Congress and World shows, Jon and his clients are is comfortable and competi- tive at any level. Jon special- izes in western pleasure, rein- ing, and Hunter Under Saddle. Enjoying a number of long time loyal clients, Jon is also taking on new clients. For a list of Team Newnham suc- cesses, check out www.jonathannewnham.com


Andrew Dewar


Dewar Performance Horses, Port Perry, Ontario (705) 934- 2810


Dewar Performance Horses has just moved to a new facility located close to Port Perry, Ontario. The facility known as Spirte Run Farm is com- plete with indoor and outdoor arenas, exercise walker two barns and plenty of turnout paddocks and pastures, offer- ing clients better services based on


Jessica Lange Perfor- mance Horses offers beginners and seasoned riders alike top quality coaching that will take you beyond your expectations. Jess, herself is a seasoned


the needs of horse and rider. They invite you to drop by for a visit to see the new home of Dewar Performance Horses. Andrew offers training, coach- ing and sales. He offers novice


Rick and Robyn have trained and/or shown over 40 AQHA superior horses in events ranging from Halter to HUS, Western Pleasure and


Trail. They have trained and/or shown multiple Top Ten’s at the All American Quarter Horse Congress and AQHA World Championship shows. Rick and Robyn have also trained and coached mul- tiple Congress Champions, Reserve Champions and Top Ten in multiple events as well as trained and shown Futurity Champions in multiple breeds provincially as well as in the United States. For more infor- mation please check out www.rickfleetwood.com


growth as they achieve per- sonal best rides and win awards along the way. Jodi’s students have realized some amazing success - from a Congress win in 2012, multi- ple top 5 Congress placings, Year End High Point Awards for Area 3, Ontario and AQHA. Currently, JM Quarter Horses is primarily based out of Love Story Equestrian in Mono (north Orangeville) Ontario. www.jmquarterhors- es.ca


Rick Fleetwood and Robyn Story


Rick Fleetwood Show Horses, Cambridge Ontario (519)


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