Capstone Farm Equestrian Team Member

Capstone Equestrian Team Member

Dawn Bluhm Horse: Ima Chocolate Chip Trained by Sarah Gant since 2000 Age: 35 and Over # of years riding: 11
Favorite Music:	Country
When I'm not riding:	I like to spend time with family, relax and catch up on latest movies.
The three most important things I've learned as an adult from my experience in showing horse:
Believe in yourself. Don't be afraid to "show up" in life. If you begin to dream it, you will live the dream. Just knowing what you are really capable of achieving. (Wow, I did that.)
From a parent's perspective the three most important things my child has gained from showing horses are:
Total "awareness" of commitment - what it means to work hard, play hard, push yourself Teamwork - work as a team, play as a team, cry, laugh, win or lose. Your teammates are a constant. Knowledge of the lessons in life - nothing is for sure, everything takes time, life happens .
My World Show Experience As a participant, I experience the feeling of "here and now." This is it. How much can you focus on the moment. All of it.
My World Show Experience as a Parent As a parent, you turn very protective of your child's life lessons they are about to receive. You are nervous, excited, proud and prejudiced!

My first win was a "surreal" feelings. I still think they picked the best of the worst. Well, maybe now I can say "Yes, I did okay!"

There is no other emotion to compare with regard to you child's joy, surprise, and confidence. They walk a little taller for many years to come…

Sarah was a young apprentice when we started. She related very well with kids. I've enjoyed watching her mature into a beautiful young woman.

Sarah Gant is the "real deal." She delivers both the positive and the "what you need" coaching.

Sarah has a quiet way of making you feel like family. She really cares about her students.

Capstone Equestrian Team Member