Don't miss anything happening at Greenbriar Riding Academy!
Don't miss anything happening at
Greenbriar Riding Academy!
APRIL 2026
Issue 27
April is on the way, and with it comes a welcome break in the weather and more opportunities for outdoor riding. This time of year always brings a fresh sense of energy to the barn, and it is exciting to see riders stepping into a new season of growth.
With an upcoming clinic and horse show on the calendar, students will have meaningful opportunities to build both skills and confidence in the saddle. After wrapping up Level Up Week, we hope riders are feeling refreshed, proud of their progress, and ready to continue learning!
And for those who cannot get enough horse time, the Midwest Iowa Horse Fair is just around the corner. It doesn't get much more horsey than that!
APRIL 2026
Issue 27
April is on the way, and with it comes a welcome break in the weather and more opportunities for outdoor riding. This time of year always brings a fresh sense of energy to the barn, and it is exciting to see riders stepping into a new season of growth.
With an upcoming clinic and horse show on the calendar, students will have meaningful opportunities to build both skills and confidence in the saddle. After wrapping up Level Up Week, many riders are feeling refreshed, proud of their progress, and ready to continue learning.
And for those who cannot get enough horse time, the Midwest Iowa Horse Fair is just around the corner. It does not get much more horsey than that.
WHAT'S COMING
Julie Christie Clinic
April 11 - 12
Midwest Horse Fair
April 17, 18, and 19
Greenbriar Groups & Games
April 19
Saddle Up Saturday
April 25
2026 Summer Camp T-Shirt Design Contest
Don't forget to share your creativity and design a logo for our upcoming summer camp season! The winning design will be gifted a free t-shirt. Submit by April 25th!
Submissions so far!
Please note that Horsemanship Days for April are on Saturdays!
level up week graduates!
Congratulations to all of our students who leveled up! Your hard work and passion for horses truly shine, both in the saddle and around the barn. We are excited to watch your continued progress in the months ahead!
julie christie clinic
APRIL 11-12 BOOKED!
MAY 22-24 OPEN TO BOOK SOON!
Julie Christie is a USDF Silver and Bronze Medalist, FEI Rider, and former Equine Science College Professor who specializes in the biomechanics of riding horses, focusing on rider position and its impact on the horse's learning and well-being. Julie's approach emphasizes understanding how a rider's position and movements affect the horse's balance, movement, and overall learning.
Clarity of Aids: She teaches riders to use their aids (seat, legs, hands) clearly and effectively, promoting positive learning experiences for the horse.
Horse Behavior Knowledge: Julie is knowledgeable about how horses think and learn, which is beneficial in training and addressing behavioral issues
Teaching Methods: She uses analogies and integrates tools like Franklin Balls and Equiformance Bands to help riders understand concepts and improve their riding.
Ongoing Learning: She regularly seeks out further knowledge and experience by riding with experts in biomechanics, horse behavior, and dressage judging.
GET YOUR NAME ADDED TO THE LIST FOR THE CLINIC IN MAY! TALK TO MARYANNE IN THE OFFICE.
midwest horse fair
APRIL 17, 18 & 19
Do you love looking at pretty horses? Learning about different disciplines? Shopping for all things horses? Then the Midwest Horse Fair in Madison, WI is an event not to miss! Only two and a half hours from Springville, it is well worth the drive. They have some wonderful clinicians covering many different subjects relating to riding, training, horse management and tack. The riding and breed demonstrations are impressive. They range from individual breed demonstrations to drill team performances and the six horse Percheron hitch thundering around the large indoor arena! Treat yourself! Make plans today!
Greenbriar groups & games
Our Groups and Games are for everyone! Join us for an afternoon of games and good ol' competition at Greenbriar. Participate in groups and/or games!
APRIL 19 from 12-5pm
Ready to play? $60 for all three games
Musical Stalls: Ride around the arena, but be quick when the music stops! Poles will be placed in the middle of the arena to build stalls for every rider but one. Ride forward into the next stall available when the music stops. Continue to ride the arena until a winner claims the final stall.
Boot Race: Mount your horse, minus one boot! Ride across the arena, dismount and dig through the bucket of boots. Find your boot, put it on, and mount your horse. Ride across the arena to the finish line! Leave your lace up boots at home!
Ride A Buck: Dollars provided by Greenbriar! Ride around the arena and keep your dollar under your seat. Walk, trot, straight, circles, keep your buck the longest and win all the dollars! Continue to ride the arena until a winner rides with the final buck.
Ready to compete? $40 per class
Five classes available - to be judged on the rider's equitation and effectiveness.
Beginner: Walk - Trot
Intermediate: Walk - Trot
Intermediate: Walk - Trot - Canter
Advanced: Walk - Trot
Advanced: Walk - Trot - Canter
SIGN UP ON EITHER BARN'S WHITEBOARD AND SECURE YOUR FAVORITE HORSE!
saddle up saturday
APRIL 25 from 1-4pm
Join us for a fun and welcoming Mini Lesson Experience at the barn. Each 30-minute session includes a dedicated instructor to guide riders through a hands-on introduction to horses. Open to ages 4 and up, this is a perfect opportunity for kids, adults, or families to enjoy time in the saddle together. Lessons are just $50, with time slots available from 1:00 to 3:30 pm. Whether you are brand new or simply missing horse time, this is an easy way to scratch that horse itch.
level up YOUR SKILLS
New topics this month!
Taking TPR, Height and Weight!
Proper Tack Fitting!
All About Bits!
Equine First Aid Kit!
Breeds, Colors, and Markings!
2026 SUMMER CAMPS AT GREENBRIAR
There is something special about summer mornings at the barn. Early wake ups, boots by the door, and the excitement of heading out for a day with horses. Campers arrive and quickly begin making new friends who share the same love for the barn. Each day brings new horses to meet, new skills to learn, and new moments of confidence to carry forward.
By the end of the week, campers head home a little tired, a lot proud, and eager to share everything they have discovered with their families. The memories made at summer camp often last far beyond the season itself. Greenbriar is honored to be a place where those experiences are created year after year.
OUR MAILING ADDRESS
Greenbriar Riding Academy
PO Box 435 - Springville, IA, 52336
United States
+1 319-854-7115