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Training

Otter Creek Stables has instruction provided by certified trainers in a variety of disiplines and all skill levels. Meet our trainers below:

Geline St. John

Geline is a graduate of Meredith Manor International Equestrian Center in West Virginia. She received Riding Master III and instructor certification in the disciplines of jumping, dressage and western riding. Geline has been the head instructor at Greenbriar Riding Academy since 1996 as well as the barn manager. She has experience teaching a wide range of students from the beginner to advanced on an individual basis or in group settings and camps. She has been trained to assist students of all ages in development of the skills necessary to effectively communicate with their horse and advance their riding skills. Geline enjoys training horses as well as teaching students.

One hour lessons are available on a Group, Semi-private, or Private basis. Lessons can be tailored to suit the students’ abilities and interests and cover a wide variety of topics.

Please contact Geline at Greenbriar Riding Academy, 319-854-7115 if you’re interested in lessons and would like more information taking lessons with her at Otter Creek.

Pattie Fox

Pattie Fox has been in the horse industry for over 30 years. She is a nationally carded Horse Show Judge, instructor, and showman. Pattie has competed successfully in Halter, Showmanship, Horsemanship, Western and English. Give Pattie a call if you would like to sharpen your skills for the show pen or just riding at home. Pattie takes simple hands on approach to make you and your horse a better team. She strives to make your horse soft and a trusted partner as well as giving you the tools to communicate with your horse better. She will help you set realistic goals and see to it that you complete them. Call Pattie at 319 573-0547 to set up a consultation.

Pattie is also available to take a limited number of started horses to be finished.