Steve Johnson’s Vision Comes to Life

Ride 4 Life

Steve Johnson started Ride 4 Life January 1, 2017. Ride 4 Life was born out of Steve’s vision to help riders learn and grow by putting their best self forward. Steve’s program focuses on discipline, principles and growing from failures. His methods prepare riders for adversity both in and out of the ring. Steve believes that success comes through doing the little things with a good attitude, putting forth your best effort every time and having gratitude. He teaches people how to manage their emotions by managing their physical being (controlling the controllable). Steve teaches from a place of positivity, inspiration, honesty and knowledge. He is the son of very well-respected trainers, Dave & Kathy Johnson, of Phoenix, AZ. Not only did he grow up ringside, he also rode through the junior ranks before he pursued other sports as a youth. Steve came back to the horse industry in his twenties. He has had the privilege of working with some of the most respected trainers and show managers in the country, including, Tracye Ferguson, Kerri Kaneps, Michael Dennehy, Charley Dennehy, Laurie Jueneman, John McConnell, Brianna Davis, Kris Nixon, Joanne Waring, Sarah Williams, Bjorn Ikast, Chris Coleman, John McQueen and Tommy McIntyre. Steve has an immense amount of respect and gratitude for all of these individuals. Working with each and every one of them allowed Steve to develop the skills required to make Ride 4 Life a reality.

 

 

Steve provides coaching to riders in the hunter/jumper sport. His mission is to inspire and empower riders to achieve their dreams in and out of the show ring. Developing the skills necessary to learn and grow as a rider is the foundation of his program.

 

 

For more information about Steve and Ride 4 Life, Inc. please contact Steve Johnson at (720) 415-7559 or email ride4lifeincorporated@gmail.com.

 

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Front Range Show Stables

Front Range Show Stables is Growing!

 

Front Range Show Stables at Singletree Farm is thrilled to announce that it’s team is growing. Front Range Show Stables, owned by Claire Gordon-Neff, has recently brought on Courtney MacDonald (formerly, Frederick Court Show Stables) and customers to form one outstanding team! As two of Colorado’s leading hunter/jumper professionals, Courtney and Claire are excited about the future of this endeavor and the opportunities that a “team environment” will provide their growing clientele.

 

 

“We are thrilled to have the support and balance that this kind of training partnership provides for each other and our customers. We share so many philosophies and experiences, having developed our careers outside of Colorado, and are excited to collaborate for each other and our dedicated, passionate clients. We believe that our team enables us to provide the very best care and education for our customers, both at home and on the road. Right now, we’re just enjoying springtime at Singletree Farm and having a blast!” – Claire Gordon-Neff, Front Range Show Stables

 

 

“I am so delighted to be able to work with Claire at the incredible Singletree Farm. We are having a wonderful time working together, helping our clients and their horses achieve their goals. The future is bright at Front Range Show Stables and we are excited to provide this top-quality program to the Colorado equestrian community.” – Courtney MacDonald, Front Range Show Stables

 

 

Front Range Show Stables specializes in hunters, jumpers, equitation, ponies, investment prospects, and sales. Known for providing AA-circuit quality training for horse and rider, Front Range Show Stables emphasizes horsemanship, fostering independence and confidence through a carefully curated program.

 

 

Excited to house a top-notch hunter/jumper program, Singletree Farm’s ownership and management have been wonderfully supportive of Front Range Show Stable’s expansion. As a demonstration of their commitment to excellence in boarding, Singletree has recently enhanced the footing in the outdoor jumping arena, added additional barn staff, and are offering a new nutrition program to better meet the needs of their equine athletes. Singletree Farm has been owned and operated by Jan & Bill Treadwell for the past 27 years, the longest single-owner equestrian facility in Boulder County.

 

 

“We are very excited about the new Front Range Show Stables program and we look forward to growing together.” – Bill Treadwell, Singletree Farm

 

Front Range Show Stables has limited openings for new customers for the 2018 season. Learn more by visiting their website.

 

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Hillcroft II

John McConnell – Hillcroft II

With 35 years of experience, Hillcroft II and John McConnell, are dedicated to helping take you and your horse to the next level, both in training and in the show arena, with an honest, fun, and creative approach. We train riders from beginning levels to Grand Prix and FEI with private and individual attention for all your needs.

 

 

John McConnell has been teaching and competing for over thirty-five years. His successes include thirty plus Grand Prix wins, a seventh place finish at the World Cup in Paris, France, a Nations Cup win in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and many placings in the FEI World Cup Qualifiers. He has also shown in Mexico and Canada. He was Chef D’Equipe for the Young Rider’s team in South Africa and here in the U.S.A., bringing along many students and horses from beginning to Grand Prix and FEI levels.

A few of our students’ recent accomplishments include:

 

 

Kristina Matthews and Neolisto van het Mierenhof 2017 Zone 8 AA Jumper Champions, USEF/CHJA AA Jumper of the Year, 2017 Colorado Summer Circuit AA Jumper Circuit Champions, 2017 Sportswomen of Colorado Outstanding Achievement Award in Equestrian Sport.

 

 

Katie Gualtieri and Castalano top placing in every Grand Prix and Welcome Stake entered in 2017. Over $65,000 in prize money won during the 2017 Summer in the Rockies Circuit and 2017 USEF/CHJA Horse of the Year.

 

 

Isabel Johnson and Carpe Diem top placings in U25 Grand Prix and 2017 Reserve Champion USEF Zone 8 High A/O Jumpers.

 

 

Shala McConnell and Southern Eyes top placing and multiple classic wins in the Low A/O Jumpers and 2018 Low A/O Champion Week 6 HITS Coachella Desert Circuit.

 

 

 

Our Premier Equestrian Facility, Castle Cliff Farms, is situated 20 miles south of Denver, Colorado and 5 miles north of Castle Rock, Colorado, adjacent to Castle Pines. 

Our boarding facilities include: 

• 29 12’x12′ heated indoor stalls

• 2 12’x16′ heated indoor stalls

• 100′ x 200′ indoor arena

• 200′ x 300′ outdoor arena

• Seven 4 acre grass pasture turnouts

• 20′ x 40′ tack room for boarders

• 5 wash stalls

• dressing room and restrooms 

 

 

Horse boarding rates include feed twice daily, turnout for 2.5 hours/day, stalls are cleaned twice a day, night check at 9 pm, timed automatic fly sprayer and automatic waters. Blanketing is provided when weather requires.

 

 

John McConnell and Hillcroft II are now accepting clients for the upcoming 2018 Show Season. Please contact John at 303-884-3269 or visit Hillcroft II.

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Roxbury Farm

Roxbury Farm LLC is located in southeast Parker and was purchased and named by Brad and Kathy Coors in 2014 so they could facilitate their family’s ever expanding love for Show Jumping, Polo and Fox Hunting. Together with Glee White’s expert guidance and management, they have created one of the finest training facilities.

 

 

As Glee lives on-site, no detail in management of the farm and the barn goes overlooked and her training program functions smoothly inside this private setting. They enjoy sharing this peaceful and well-appointed farm with others who are dedicated to a comprehensive and competitive program for their Jumpers.

 

 

Amenities include:

  • New footing in indoor and outdoor arenas
  • Show jumps imported from Germany
  • Heated barn aisle
  • Additional heaters in groom stalls and wash rack
  • Newly remodeled and beautifully appointed tack room, office and bathroom
  • Five horse Free-flow Eurociser
  • Large grass paddocks
  • Grass derby field
  • Great trail riding on farm & adjacent open space and trail system
  • Manager lives on-site providing night check
  • Five minutes to Colorado Horse Park
  • Thirty five minutes to Cherry Creek area
  • Farm owned and operated equine transport system

 

 

Now accepting new clients for the upcoming season. Roxbury Farm invites you to take a look at their full-care training facility located in Parker, CO. Glee White, the resident trainer, has taken many students from Pony Finals to the Grand Prix level. Her horses and riders have won WIHS, USET, Maclay and CET Medals. Her students have shared success all over North America including California, Kentucky, Colorado, Arizona, Texas and Canada. Please contact Roxbury Farm for more details and information on training and boarding at (505) 603-2252.

 

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Join the Roxbury Farm Family

WE currently have full time training spots available at our premier training facility in Parker, CO. With a heated barn, Free-flow Eurociser, large grass paddocks, grass derby field, large indoor/outdoor arenas as well as an on-site barn manager you and your equine partner are sure to find our program comparable to none. Under Glee’s tutelage her students have moved through the Pony Jumpers up to Grand Prix and Young Rider competitions. Her classical training and experience at the upper levels of competition allow her to accelerate a rider’s learning curve. Anticipating needs and desires, she can see the path that will take them forward. Glee’s early experience with a major veterinary hospital and her dedication to horsemanship ensures that horses overcome any previous physical or emotional roadblocks and become sound, balanced competitors.

For more information about boarding and training at Roxbury Farm please contact Glee White:
505-603-2252

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