WHITE FENCES - Key Persons

Job Titles:

• Dressage Instructor & Trainer

With a passion for horse riding that dates back to her childhood, Emily has…more With a passion for horse riding that dates back to her childhood, Emily has been a force to be reckoned with in the Hunter/Jumper and Dressage arenas. She began her riding and showing journey in 2004, honing her skills and eventually discovering her true calling in the art of classical Dressage. Emily's dedication to the sport is unwavering, and she takes immense joy in helping riders form a harmonious partnership with their horses. As a teacher, she focuses on imparting knowledge with kindness and compassion, encouraging riders to develop their skills with confidence and motivation. Her expertise in rider position and alignment has helped countless partnerships achieve better rhythm, suppleness, contact, impulsion, and collection. Emily is the proud owner of two magnificent horses - Santana, a 2010 Hanoverian gelding, and N'Abèlle, a 2019 KWPN mare. She and Santana have had a thriving show career, including multiple victories at US Dressage Finals and Regional Championships. Emily's goal is to train Santana to Grand Prix level and earn her freestyle bars, a testament to her unwavering commitment to the sport and her love for freestyles. An avid learner herself, Emily never stops seeking opportunities to improve and grow, taking lessons and participating in clinics with mentors like Jeremy Steingburg, Charles de Kunffy, and JJ Tate. Her journey in the world of horse riding and showing is a testament to her dedication and love for the sport.

Job Titles:

• Head Trainer & Dressage Instructor

Jennifer Foss, also known as Jenny, is a highly experienced and passionate…more Jennifer Foss, also known as Jenny, is a highly experienced and passionate Dressage professional who was born in Walton-on-Thames, England. As a child she moved a great deal. Over the past fifteen years, she has dedicated herself to the industry, running a successful Dressage stable and competing in shows while continuing to expand her knowledge. Jenny discovered her love for Dressage at a young age while attending a local Dressage Academy. She was captivated by the intricacies of the sport and the meticulous care required for horses. In 2011, she fulfilled her dream of owning her own facility when she purchased Ivory Hills Stable in Wilson, WI. There, she focused on three key areas to become a well-rounded horsewoman: Care, Horsemanship, and Classical Dressage. Jenny worked with Ken Larson for two years, learning Natural Horsemanship and young horse starting techniques that have significantly influenced her program. Kris Hansen taught her about specialized care, bringing along and maintaining special needs horses, and the biomechanics of horses. Jenny has also consistently trained with Grand Prix Dressage rider Adam J. Steffens, as well as others for eight years and attends clinics with other top riders. She prioritizes education while developing her own competition horses from the ground up. During her time running Ivory Hills Stable, Jenny earned her bronze medal and rider achievement awards through third level, ridden in multiple regional championships and US Finals, and her students have won regional championships, competed in US Finals, and Seat Medal finals. Jenny is passionate about training young and junior riders, instilling good horsemanship, and proper basics. After enduring 10 Midwest winters, Jenny decided to seek warmer weather for a better quality of life for her and her animals. In 2021, she sold Ivory Hills Stable and found her new home at White Fences Equestrian Center in Texas. She is excited to continue developing her homebred horses to FEI levels and guiding students to success with their animals, from beginner to Grand Prix. As a Head Dressage Instructor and Trainer, Jenny brings her passion, expertise, and dedication to the sport to help others achieve their goals.

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• Assistant Trainer & Pony Club Phenom

Savanna is a young rider from Pflugerville, Texas, and is a passionate equestrian…more Savanna is a young rider from Pflugerville, Texas, and is a passionate equestrian who has been riding at White Fences Equestrian Center since 2019. Born on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation in Montana, she received her first horse at the age of 5 and has been dedicated to dressage since starting her career at Moana Morgans at age 8. After her family moved to Texas, she brought her horse to White Fences, where she met owner Silvia Speyer and head trainer Jennifer Foss. Through hard work and dedication, in 2022, she qualified for Regionals in Training Level and was invited to the US Finals in Lexington Kentucky. This season, she aims to get the scores required to earn her Bronze. With her goal to develop a Pony Club program for young horse enthusiasts, Savanna hopes to foster their love of horses and equip them with the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve their dressage or jumping dreams.