Each month, we will be profiling one of our Strides Student Members, so everyone can get to know each other a little! This month, let’s get to know Debi from Oregon, USA
How long have you been a member of Strides?
2½ years!
What’s your favorite part of Strides?
So many favorite parts of Strides! I love the ride alongs too keep me going between weekly lessons, office hours, I always learn something! The encouraging community!
How has Strides helped you achieve your goals or work through challenges?
The ride alongs and learning help me improve in the saddle and with groundwork!
Tell us more about your horse:
Spirit is a 23 year old Kiger Mustang! His best friend is Kip, a quarter horse. They arrived at Forward Stride within days of each other and bonded immediately!
What’s your goal for the next year?
To be the best rider I can be for Spirit and to have a happy horse! We also are hoping to submit videos for review!
What is something unique about you, your journey or your horse?
Spirit was the horse that was chosen for me when I returned to riding after my hip replacement surgery!
Final thoughts. Anything else you wish to share here!
Thank you to the person that nominated me and for your kind words! I hope I can live up to them!
