Ashley Hawkins

Owner & Trainer

Professional Summary 

Accomplished equestrian with a successful track record in both the competition ring as well as the rehab and rehabilitation of performance horses. My diverse experience in both the academic and equestrian world gives me a unique perspective and skillset to excel in the equestrian community. 

Education

2023 | Yoga Teacher Certification, Yoga Alliance (200 Hours)

2023 | Reed College, Masters of Liberal Arts.

2010 | Carnegie Mellon, Masters in Philosophy

2007 | St. John's College, Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and Mathematics.

Skills

  • Team Leadership and Business Management

  • HTML, CSS and Latex Computer languages

  • Client Relations & Sales

  • Training and Rehabilitation of Performance Horses

  • long term training under Jeff Cook and Buck Brannaman.

  • Stallion handling and collecting

  • Groudwork for young and "pushy" horses

  • Demonstrated excellence in Flatwork and Basics

  • 1.3o jumping and 3rd level dressage competition

  • Commitment to continuing education, and professional development

Professional Development 

In addition to the exhaustive list of horses that have taught me everything I know, I have been fortunate to share the ring or lecture hall with:

Kenny and Carolyn Krome

Paul Turner

Linda Santomenna

Anne Kursinski, Laura Wharton

Shelley Fellers

Jeff Cook

Ron Miller

Tina Steward

Dr. Deb Bennett

Jeff Campf

and Buck Brannaman.