FEBRUARY NEWSLETTER
February Recap: Rain, Rides, & Exciting Updates! February may have been a bit rainy, but that didn’t slow us down at Strides! From big wins to new faces, there’s been plenty of excitement in the barn.
Strides IEA Team is Zone Finals Bound!
We are so proud of our IEA riders who have worked incredibly hard and earned their spot at the Zone Finals in LA! If you see them around the barn, give them a big high-five and cheer them on as they get ready for the big event. We’ll be sharing updates and photos along the way—stay tuned!
Meet Our New Instructor – Annarosa!
If you’ve been at the barn lately, you may have already seen a new friendly face! We’re so excited to welcome Annarosa to the Strides family. She brings a wealth of experience and a love for teaching, and we know you’ll love learning from her. Be sure to say hi when you see her!
Annarosa’s horse journey started at just 10 years old in Portola Valley. By 16, she was competing in IEA (Interscholastic Equestrian Association) and even made it to regionals with her team. She recently earned her Livestock and Equine Science and Management certificate and is eager to share her knowledge with our riders.
As an instructor, Annarosa loves seeing riders grow in confidence and skill—there’s nothing more rewarding than witnessing that “aha!” moment in the saddle.
Fun Facts About Annarosa:
▶️ Favorite Horse Colors: Chestnut & Paint
▶️ Favorite Thing to Do: Jump bareback
▶️ Favorite Breeds: Draft horses
Important Dates to Remember
Upcoming Horse Shows – Check your show calendar and start prepping!
All shows are on Sundays:
May 18, June 22, July 20, August 24, September 21 + Awards Banquet
Barn Get-Together – March 21st
Game & Pizza Night – A night of laughs, friendly competition, and, of course, pizza! We hope to see you there!
