JoyRide Equestrian promotes a philosophy of horsemanship that draws from a wide range of training systems and includes both science- and intuition-based theories, while teaching to each rider (and horse) as a unique individual. We utilize a creative combination of classically correct training methodologies with room for rider feel and exploration. Our favorite moments are when riders connect different ideas in a new way that produces a happier, more confident horse and a closer relationship.
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Elle kimsey - owner, head instructor
JoyRide Equestrian, LLC is owned and operated by Elle Kimsey (formerly Goertzen). Elle has a Master of Science in Equine Nutrition, Bachelor of Science in Horse Science, is a registered Professional Animal Scientist with equine specialty, and is a certified Registered Therapeutic Riding Instructor with PATH Int'l. A native of the Triangle, Elle has also lived and worked all over the south, midwest, and east coast. Her major teachers include her first instructor Vernell Falgout, legendary AQHA coach Anne Brzezicki, USDF Bronze medalist Julie Arkison, and Cindy and Eliza Sydnor. Elle has also participated in and audited clinics with Maryal Barnett, Deb Bowman, and Bettina Drummond. Because of such a varied background and a curious mind, Elle brings an eclectic mix of knowledge and expertise, and an ever-flexible approach to her teaching and management style.
Elle teaches at and manages the JoyRide lesson and boarding operations full time.
Elle teaches at and manages the JoyRide lesson and boarding operations full time.
tess sevelow-lee - instructor
Tess joined the JoyRide team September 2019. Tess is a certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor through PATH Int'l, and is also a certified instructor through the Israeli Equestrian Federation. Tess worked under dressage rider Tomer Tutsch and trained with Asaf Shturman, a nationally ranked show jumper is Israel, along with plenty of other training and working experience. Tess also teaches at the NC Therapeutic Riding Center. She lives in Durham with her husband Asaf and several cats.
Along with all that knowledge, Tess brings to the barn a contagiously joyful energy that just doesn't stop. She specializes currently in teaching beginning riders correct fundamentals in a super fun way. We are so fortunate to have her on board!
Along with all that knowledge, Tess brings to the barn a contagiously joyful energy that just doesn't stop. She specializes currently in teaching beginning riders correct fundamentals in a super fun way. We are so fortunate to have her on board!
chrissie schalkoff - instructor, horse care
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Chrissie is a native of upstate South Carolina, and joined the JoyRide community after moving to the Triangle to pursue a PhD in public health at UNC. She brings with her over 20 years of experience in riding and working with horses, as well as a love for teaching and education in both the scientific and equine worlds. Her primary background is in eventing, where she competed through the Novice level with her horse Rio--and the two of them still enjoy a good cross-country day more than anything! Chrissie also has extensive interest in and experience with a variety of natural horsemanship techniques, as she believes that safe and happy horse and rider partnerships begin with an understanding of horse behavior and communication on the ground.
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elizabeth moore - barn manager
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taylor paige hall - horse care
ashlyn clark - horse care
