Stephanie has recently relocated to Raleigh, North Carolina and is currently instructing and training under the name Storybrooke Farms at several locations in the area. She is capable of coaching all levels but adores teaching children! Her objective is to provide children and amateur owners with competitive partners who are confident, safe, and athletic.Storybrooke pupils compete at all levels of shows from schooling to the ‘A’ Circuit.
Stephanie was raised by a professional dressage trainer in eastern Michigan, and has competed successfully for more than 18 years in Hunter/Jumper and Dressage.She is a former Pony Club member with C-1 rating and rode for her high school equestrian team in addition to competing on the Michigan Appaloosa Circuit. During her junior years she worked as a show groom and assistant trainer for a welsh pony farm and has knowledge, understanding, and experience training horses and ponies for carriage driving. Stephanie is also a certified Equine Sports Massage Therapist (ESMT), works as a Veterinary Technician and plans to attend Veterinary School in the future. Safety and horsemanship are top priorities in every aspect of her training. She her philosophy places emphasis on developing a strong rider as well as a solid foundation for horses of every discipline. She welcomes all disciplines.
Christine spent the duration of her childhood showing and riding hunters and jumpers. Before co-establishing Storybrooke Farms in 2006, Christine was the Head Trainer of RedBob Farms for 25 years. There she was in charge of Thoroughbred breeding and racing programs as well as the care of the stallions, mares, and foals.Christine was also responsible for the training of yearlings, 2 year-olds, preparation for racing, Thoroughbred breed shows, and retraining horses at the time of their retirment from racing. She was developed in dressage by USDF Hall of Fame recognized trainer, Major Robert J. Borg, former Olympian and coach. Christine is one of only two Borg proteges who are still actively training.
