Meet the Team

A young girl holding a blue ribbon with a woman standing next to her in a stable or barn, both smiling after a competition or event.

Denee Gordon:

Denee has spent over 40 years sharing the magic of horses with riders of all levels. Her passion for horses and teaching began at a young age, and she’s been dedicated ever since to helping beginners through advanced riders build confidence, skills, and a true love for horsemanship.

A young girl and an adult woman proudly pose together in a barn, with the girl holding a first place blue ribbon award from a youth equestrian event. The girl is smiling widely, wearing a purple shirt, black pants, and a plaid jacket, while the woman, also smiling, wears a black hoodie and jeans.

Sarah Talbott:

With over 25 years of experience in both Western Pleasure and Hunter Under Saddle, Sarah specializes in developing youth riders into confident, well-rounded horsemen. Her passion lies in not just teaching riding skills, but instilling the values of true horsemanship. As a YEDA coach for the past two years, she continues to mentor and inspire the next generation of equestrians through structured, competitive, and character-building experiences.