Jessica Hall grew up in the Frederick area and is a Pony Club graduate. She started out riding Hunter/Jumpers and once she got into Pony Club started Eventing and has never looked back. She has a passion for teaching both humans and animals. Her experience ranges from foaling out broodmares, riding Stallions, coaching young riders and adult amateurs, to starting horses from the ground up. She has even made hay!

Emily comes to us from California with a BA and MA focusing on Human Rights in International Development. After substitute teaching she decided to make a career change to pursue working with children and horses. She has over 15 years of experience working with children and over 8 years of riding experience. In her spare time she enjoys rock climbing, hiking and spending time with her husband and their dogs.

Butler Equestrian is pleased to announce that Erin Sweeney will be teaching dressage lessons at Butler on Monday afternoons. Erin is available for private or semi-private lessons.

Erin is a USDF certified instructor and USDF Silver and Bronze Medalist. She enjoys instructing riders of all ages and levels and offers a unique approach to teaching riders and horses.

She cultivates correct riding basics for all disciplines and a safe and light hearted learning environment. In every lesson she stresses safety on and around horses and lifelong horsemanship skills.