Welcome to Rocky Branch Stables
We are a full service equestrian facility catering to both show and pleasure horses. High quality care and attention to detail is the cornerstone at Rocky Branch. We offer an experienced, friendly and talented staff to help you get the most enjoyment from your equestrian endeavors. We invite you to explore our website for complete details.
NEWS!The Rocky Branch Dressage Festival will return for two show dates in 2010 Monday, May 31, and Sunday, September 26, with excitement, camaraderie and keen competition.click "COMPETITIONS"
NEWS!
The Rocky Branch Dressage Festival will return for two show dates in 2010
Monday, May 31, and Sunday, September 26, with excitement, camaraderie
and keen competition.
click "COMPETITIONS"
BoardingAttention to detail is the foundation of the Rocky Branch full care-boarding program. It is understood that as horses are individuals, so must be their care. Horses receive an average of 12 hours of turnout each day in pastures large enough for your horse to stretch-out and gallop at liberty. Semi-private pasture and private paddocks with attached oversized stalls, are also available.24 hour on-site staff.Management with over 20 years experience.Your horse is handled with kindness and respect.Rocky Branch horses are physically and mentally relaxed and happy!
Boarding
Stables
Outdoor Training FacilitiesRacetrack 5/8 mile set around a lakeDressage Arena- 20m x 60m Arena- 330' x 120' with sand footing Arena- 120' x 50' with obstacle course Round Pen- 50' with solid oak walls, sand footingProfessionally designed 8 Jump courseBridle path riding trails over rolling hills
Outdoor Training Facilities
Indoor Arena Complex200' Indoor Arena with mirrors6ft solid wood perimeter wallTanbark and sand footingArena sprinkler system Full length skylights5 bay grooming areahot/cold waterLounge and Tack RoomRestroomIndividual tack lockersClimate controlledTrunk storageRefrigerator
Indoor Arena Complex
Feed and CareHorses are fed in their assigned stalls, to insure your horse receives the care he deserves, not ever fighting over food with other horses. Stable grain is ADM fortified complete feed PATRIOT 14% Performance based on the FORAGE FIRST method of equine nutrition. For additional feed information visit: http://www.admani.com/AllianceEquine/Each horse receives an average of 22 pounds of high quality grass blends of hay daily.Supplements or medications fed at no charge.Horses are provided with two buckets of water in their stall. Heated during winter.Stalls have rubber mats and are thoroughly cleaned daily.Horses sleep under large ceiling fans during summer days.
Feed and Care
BOARDING FEES Fees listed are for payment with *PAYMENT BOOK or *personal check.Bank Draft/Auto pay customers deduct $25 from boarding fees.FULL CARE BOARD - WITH TURNOUT:10x12 stall $10 per day or $295 a month*12x16 stall $11 per day or $325 a month*FULL CARE BOARD - STALL CONFINEMENTShould your horse be recovering from illness or injury and require stall confinement. Includes extra hay.10x12 stall $11.00 per day or $325 a month*12x16 stall $12.00 per day or $355 a month*SEMI PRIVATE TURNOUTSemi-private turnout in the front pasture. Limited capacity. Timid temperament a requirement. $2.00 per day or $355 a month*PRIVATE TURNOUTPrivate turnout is available with a 12 x 16 stall with its own private paddock. Includes extra hay.12x16 stall $13.00 per day or $385 a month*BLANKETING$3.00 - Putting blanket on one time, or switching blankets.$ Free- Remove blanketDOUBLE STALL BEDDINGBanked and deep stall bedding is great for horses recovering from lameness or hoof disease.$5.00 per week 10x12 stall$7.00 per week 12x16 stall
BOARDING FEES
Fees listed are for payment with *PAYMENT BOOK or *personal check.Bank Draft/Auto pay customers deduct $25 from boarding fees.
FULL CARE BOARD - WITH TURNOUT:
FULL CARE BOARD - STALL CONFINEMENT
Should your horse be recovering from illness or injury and require stall confinement. Includes extra hay.
SEMI PRIVATE TURNOUT
Semi-private turnout in the front pasture. Limited capacity. Timid temperament a requirement.
PRIVATE TURNOUT
Private turnout is available with a 12 x 16 stall with its own private paddock. Includes extra hay.
BLANKETING
DOUBLE STALL BEDDING
Banked and deep stall bedding is great for horses recovering from lameness or hoof disease.
CUSTOM TURNOUT SCHEDULINGUse custom scheduling for your personal schedule, vet, or farrier. Have your horse kept in his stall and not turned out to pasture. Please give 24-hour notice. Schedule Vet/Farrier early morning- so that your horse may be turned out to pasture early.Call 377-9560 or leave a written note on the dry erase board that is located in the middle of the barn.$ Free for custom schedulingDAILY FEED SUPPLEMENT$ Free - Feeding supplementsFLY MASKFly mask removed when horse is brought in from pasture and put on when turned out.$10.00 per monthWINTER: HEAT LAMP / SUMMER FANS$ Free - No chargeEXTRA GRAINGrain in excess of the 6 quarts of grain provided daily. $15.00 per quart am or pm, for the monthSTABLE DEWORMING PROGRAMPrescription Ivermectin, Strongid and Panacur rotated every 8 weeks. Prescription drugs have a higher blood serum level than over the counter products.$10.00 Deworming *Please add $5 to your regular board payment each month. Prices: March 2009
CUSTOM TURNOUT SCHEDULING
Use custom scheduling for your personal schedule, vet, or farrier. Have your horse kept in his stall and not turned out to pasture.
Please give 24-hour notice. Schedule Vet/Farrier early morning- so that your horse may be turned out to pasture early.
Call 377-9560 or leave a written note on the dry erase board that is located in the middle of the barn.
DAILY FEED SUPPLEMENT
FLY MASK
Fly mask removed when horse is brought in from pasture and put on when turned out.
WINTER: HEAT LAMP / SUMMER FANS
EXTRA GRAIN
Grain in excess of the 6 quarts of grain provided daily.
STABLE DEWORMING PROGRAM
Prescription Ivermectin, Strongid and Panacur rotated every 8 weeks. Prescription drugs have a higher blood serum level than over the counter products.
Prices: March 2009
This is why Rocky Branch is YOUR stable
Academy Horses
ROCKY BRANCH RIDING ACADEMY
Riding Lessons
or it's free with perfect attendance. Save $30 and get one free lesson......$ 180.00
What to wear for Riding?
Long pants, boots with low flat heels and riding helmet.
Dangerous shoes: Boots with high heels, hiking boots with lug soles, Crocs.
Can't Make Your Lesson Today? Please call my cell phone 618-444-4377 or the office at 618-377-9560.Your lesson horse would love to go back out to pasture.Missed a Lesson?Build in make-up lesson on the 7th week of each package. Perfect attendance? 7th week lesson is a bonus session.Can't Make Next Week's Lesson?Give notice today and extend your lesson package one week. Time to Renew?You will need to renew by your 5th lesson to keep your current riding time.
Can't Make Your Lesson Today?
Please call my cell phone 618-444-4377 or the office at 618-377-9560.
Your lesson horse would love to go back out to pasture.
Missed a Lesson?
Build in make-up lesson on the 7th week of each package.
Perfect attendance? 7th week lesson is a bonus session.
Can't Make Next Week's Lesson?
Give notice today and extend your lesson package one week.
Time to Renew?
You will need to renew by your 5th lesson to keep your current riding time.
Bad weather?Tornado warning, ice storm, excessive heat warning,temperature below 40 degrees. I may be calling you to postpone. Not sure?Please call. Unless you hear from me, plan on riding.
Bad weather?
Tornado warning, ice storm, excessive heat warning,
temperature below 40 degrees. I may be calling you to postpone. Not sure?
Please call. Unless you hear from me, plan on riding.
Mrs. Lesa Teepe has owned Arabians horses since 1980. She has been training and competing at the Class A level of competition for years and has won a state championship. She is a graduate of the University of Missouri where she earned her Bachelors degree in Education and has taught public high school. At Rocky Branch Stables she is the director of the Riding Academy program and coaches riders for Dressage Festivals each year.Also see TEACHER FEATURE in COLLEGE COURSESVOLUME ONCLICK the blue "square" button to enlarge video picture
Mrs. Lesa Teepe has owned Arabians horses since 1980. She has been training and competing at the Class A level of competition for years and has won a state championship. She is a graduate of the University of Missouri where she earned her Bachelors degree in Education and has taught public high school. At Rocky Branch Stables she is the director of the Riding Academy program and coaches riders for Dressage Festivals each year.
Also see TEACHER FEATURE in COLLEGE COURSES
VOLUME ON
CLICK the blue "square" button to enlarge video picture
Service Fees
Lewis & Clark Community College
Horseback riding classes at Rocky Branch Stables
"College for Kids" to register for classes call 618-468-5750
LITTLE STIRRUPS - Parent/Child Horseback Riding Class
As a team, you and your child will learn all about the wonderful world of horses. Together, you will experience everything from the feel of your horse's fuzzy muzzle to the giggles of excitement during your child's first trotting steps in the saddle.
Learning how to brush your horse, put the saddle on its back and tell it how to stop, go and turn are some of the things your child will be learning in the very first class. Rocky Branch horses are generous, patient and sweet natured.
Your child will also be taking a riding adventure outdoors in a one-of-a-kind equestrian obstacle course, traveling over bridges, hills and through a horseback riding maze.
We invite you to bring your family and friends so they can experience your grand finale by watching your young rider demonstrate their new skills and be presented with a beautiful rosette award ribbon on the last day of class.
Each young rider will need to be accompanied by an adult who will participate in each class by helping to brush, saddle-up and lead the horse while the child is riding.
Ages 4 and up. CECK919 Saturdays- 1:00 - 2:30 (4 classes each session) Sessions Run: Spring/Summer/Fall Fee $99 (2009)
Saddle Club
Ten levels to take you from whoa to go!
Working together with friends you know.
With Rocky Branch Saddle Club the fun begins,
riding together everyone wins!
Saddle Clubs 10 level program takes students from beginner to accomplished equestrian. Each level is a set of building blocks combining riding skills and horse care knowledge such as: How much oats to feed a horse? What's the difference between hay and straw? How do I clean my horse's hooves? How to feed an apple to a horse?
Riding activities include playing games on horseback, riding bareback, navigating hills and bridges and a life-size riding maze. Choose an English or western saddle? Saddle Club riders know all the bits and buckles, and ride both styles with confidence. By participating in consecutive 4-week sessions, and completing the 10 levels, riders have the opportunity to graduate as an assistant riding instructor! As each level is completed riders are awarded a merit pin to proudly wear on their club jacket.
Special activities include arts and crafts, demonstrations from a professional horse trainer, and helping the veterinarian or horse-shoer. Saddle club incorporates the riding handbook," Happy Horsemanship." Which is available for purchase along with club Jackets and riding Helmets. At Saddle Club, riders will have fun building equestrian skills while riding, playing, and learning together with friends.
Ages 8 and up. CECK 920 Saturday 3:00-4:30 (4 classes each session) Sessions Run: Spring/Summer/Fall
Fee $99 (2009)
Giddey-Up Summer Camp
Let's go riding! Put the halter on, now the lead, hoof pick, curry and brush your steed. Saddle-up and pull it tight, put the bridle on just right. At Rocky Branch the fun begins, let's GIDDEY-UP and ride with friends!
After mastering the fundamentals of riding on the very first day, campers will go on a riding adventure outdoors on a one-of-a-kind equestrian obstacle course, traveling over bridges, hills, and through a horseback riding maze. Campers will also experience the excitement of learning how to trot on our patient, kind-hearted lesson horses.
Campers may bring a disposable camera to capture their memories and experiences, especially on give your horse a bubble bath day. Learning about horse anatomy is fun while campers create their own horse sculpture during daily arts and crafts. Games include a scavenger hunt, collecting horseshoes, bridle bits, and halters for game prizes.
Campers will be inviting family and friends on the last day of camp for a riding demonstration and stable tour. Campers have become such expert equestrians, that they will be the tour guides for their guests and friends! The tour will give guests a behind-the-scenes look at Rocky Branch Stables. The grand finale will be a horseback riding demonstration with a presentation of beautiful rosette ribbons for each camper.
Camp Sessions in June and July. Monday-Thursday. Day Camp. CECK 902 Fee $169 (2009)
Lewis and Clark horseback riding teacher Lesa Teepe began riding as a very young child on her pony Tinkerbell. "She was a comical little pony that loved to sip lemonade from a cup! Tinkerbell taught me patience and kindness. Two qualities which I instill to this very day" Horses bring out the best in kids by teaching confidence and building self-esteem all while having fun. "You will not only learn how to ride, but also how to halter and lead your horse, properly groom its coat and learn how to saddle and bridle, all with safety as our number one priority."
Lesa has a Bachelor's Degree in Education having taught children with disabilities as a public school teacher. "I believe that having a fun atmosphere helps children learn best and nothing could be more enriching than horses." Lesa has been involved with show horses since 1980 and also earrned a state championship. She began giving public riding lessons in 1988. "I feel blessed that I have a job that I love."
When not teaching or helping to care for the 40+ horses boarded at their family-owned business, Lesa enjoys competing in the equestrian sport of Dressage on her Arabian horse. Dressage is precision riding with intricate maneuvers, like competitive dancing. Rocky Branch has begun hosting Dressage shows in 2009. " I loved seeing the excitement in the riders faces, 34 in all, as they performed their solo rides in front of family and friends in the spirit of competition! " Lesa is also an advocate for pet rescue and adoption with the 5A Animal Shelter. Rocky Branch Stables has hosted charity horse shows to raise funds for homeless pets.
Also see video in LESSONS:
"MEET THE TEACHER"
Coming New in 2010
Rocky Branch will be offering college credit: Physical Education Horseback Riding
Adult Continuing Education Course
Easy Riders Class
to register call 468-7000
EASY RIDERS
Never ridden a horse? Used to ride years ago and need a riding refresher? Come join the Easy Riders class for adults! In this 4 week, 1 hour and 30 minute class, we will help you to be comfortable and safe around horses while teaching you how to ride with style and confidence.
Riders may choose either an English or Western style saddle. Our lesson horses are well trained and kind-hearted.
Riders will be contacted by the instructor prior to the course date to discuss class requirements. (Class size is limited to maximize one-on-one instruction.) On the last day of class, riders will receive Medals of Achievement in front of friends and family.
Adult Continuing Education CEPE-982 Sundays 12:00-1:30 (4 classes each session)
Sessions Run: Spring/Summer/Fall Fee $99 (2009)
Competitions
Rocky Branch Dressage Festival 2010 CompetitionsMonday, May 31, 2010Sunday, September 26, 2010Entry Form under the DRESSAGE SHOW Button
Rocky Branch Dressage Festival 2010 Competitions
Monday, May 31, 2010
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Entry Form under the DRESSAGE SHOW Button
Rocky Branch Dressage Festival
The first Rocky Branch Dressage Festival was held October 18, 2009 in the new 20 x 60 meter dressage arena.
The Festival had a large crowd in attendance that cheered as each horse and rider performed their solo routine.
The "Everyone's Welcome" dressage class was a success with Paso Finos, Tennessee Walking, and Spotted Saddle horse's competing for prizes.
The Festival had 41 rider performances as many riders turned out in beautiful parade decorations with colorful mane and tail ribbons, painted saddle pads, and matching attire.
In 2010 Rocky Branch will proudly host two Dressage Festivals.
Riders in their "Parade Attire"
Rocky Branch Dressage Festivals
Monday, May 21, 2010Sunday, September 26, 2010High Point Awards: Young RiderParade Horse & RiderFirse Place:Bronze Metal with Satin RibbonSecond - Eight Place:Rozette RibbonsJudge: JoAnne Bonnell
Monday, May 21, 2010
High Point Awards:
Young Rider
Parade
Horse & Rider
Firse Place:
Bronze Metal with Satin Ribbon
Second - Eight Place:
Rozette Ribbons
Judge: JoAnne Bonnell
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illini arabian club
arabian community show
may 17, 2007
5A ANIMAL SHELTER CHARITY HORSE SHOWS
Thank You Riders! $1,190 Raised!
Rocky Branch Hosts 5A Charity Horse Shows 5 A's is a charitable not-for-profit organization whose mission is to provide shelter and care for the homeless and abandoned animals of the area. They are a no-kill shelter that provides a haven for these animals until they are adopted by qualified homes. They also stress the importance of neutering animals and stress the abhorrence of cruelty to all animals. 5 A has been in operation for nearly 50 years and provides aid to more than 5000 animals annually. On an average day, they feed over 300 pounds of dog food and this past spring they had 14 litters of kittens.Horse show classes will begin at 11:00 am with jumping classes. The jumping course consists of six challenging jumps. At 12:00 pm, there will be open halter classes, including a Parelli in-hand challenge course. 1:00 pm is the beginning of the walk-trot classes, both open and equitation. There is also an open lead-line / walk only class for the new or younger riders. Jelly bean and command classes are included just for fun. There is also a country pleasure class to show off your horse's favorite gait. The 2:30 classes include English and western pleasure, open and youth. There is also a obstacle course challenge class.Please come join Rocky Branch Stables for a fun day and help support 5 A's Humane Society and their quest to care for and find homes for hundreds of wonderful cats and dogs. 100% of each shows entry fees will be donated to 5 A's.
Rocky Branch Hosts 5A Charity Horse Shows
5 A's is a charitable not-for-profit organization whose mission is to provide shelter and care for the homeless and abandoned animals of the area. They are a no-kill shelter that provides a haven for these animals until they are adopted by qualified homes. They also stress the importance of neutering animals and stress the abhorrence of cruelty to all animals. 5 A has been in operation for nearly 50 years and provides aid to more than 5000 animals annually. On an average day, they feed over 300 pounds of dog food and this past spring they had 14 litters of kittens.
Horse show classes will begin at 11:00 am with jumping classes. The jumping course consists of six challenging jumps. At 12:00 pm, there will be open halter classes, including a Parelli in-hand challenge course. 1:00 pm is the beginning of the walk-trot classes, both open and equitation. There is also an open lead-line / walk only class for the new or younger riders. Jelly bean and command classes are included just for fun. There is also a country pleasure class to show off your horse's favorite gait. The 2:30 classes include English and western pleasure, open and youth. There is also a obstacle course challenge class.
Please come join Rocky Branch Stables for a fun day and help support 5 A's Humane Society and their quest to care for and find homes for hundreds of wonderful cats and dogs. 100% of each shows entry fees will be donated to 5 A's.
100% of entry fees will be donated to 5A Animal Shelter.
Entry Fees – $10.00 per class or $30.00 to show all day.
Office Fee - $10.00 per rider / handler. Coggins papers required for all horses.
Sponsor a Class – Help support Rocky Branch Stables and their efforts for successful horse shows by sponsoring your favorite class for only $20.00. Class sponsors may hand out the ribbons and awards.
Awards –:Rosette ribbons and Silver Trays.
11:00 am
1. Crossrails Trot Only
2. Crossrails- Open
3. Open Fences 20
12:00 pm
4. Walk Only or Leadline
5. Open Halter
6. Parelli In-Hand Challenge Course
1:30 pm English or Western Tack
7. Open Walk /Trot
8. Jellybean Contest
9. Youth Western Pleasure
10. Open Walk/Trot Equitation
11. Simon Says- Walk/Trot
3:00 pm
12. Obstacle Course Challenge (English or Western tack)
13. English Pleasure Youth Rider
14. Command Contest
15. Open Western pleasure
16. Country Pleasure- walk & favorite gait
17. Open English pleasure
Horses For Sale & Lease
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Go riding anytime without
owning a horse?
Yes! Try Leasing.
Leases Available
For Sale January 1, 2010
Focus Phantazim
2000 Arabian gelding
15.3 hh Chestnut, Flaxen mane, blaze, 4 socks
3 years as a Lesson horse.
Just acquired 2 retired show horses which is the only reason he is available for purchase.
$ 3200.00
video and pictures to come
"Blame It On Rio"
"Blame it on Rio" Video
SOLD
"Chivvalry"
"Chivvalry" Video
Ride presented by trainer Tim Austin.
Head trainer at Rocky Branch since 2004
Chivvalry ridden by
adult rider Tina
and junior rider Jessica
Lesson pony Lilly Pad riden by junior rider Misty
Sold $1200
Sometimes schedules are full, days are long, and the SALES page is not updated with new horses for sale. Please call the office and leave a message about what kind of a horse you are looking for. Remember, we stand behind our sales, so if you buy your horse here , and board it here and are not completely thrilled with your purchase within the first month, we will refund 100% of your purchase price in cash.
Integrity.
" C L I C K " ON THE BOOK CORNER NEXT TO OPEN
TIM AUSTIN TRAINING CENTER With roots in gentling, training, and riding the wild Mustang, Tim Austin has the confidence and gentle nature necessary to train sensitive, intelligent, and potentially fragile horses. With practicum experience of starting and riding some of the most elite racehorses on the track, to working with cutting horses to riding dressage, Tim has the skill and insight to bring the best out of your horse. Tim has also worked with some of the finest clinicians in both jumping and dressage. He gets results from horses other trainers have given up on. One such example was a client who was told by a previous trainer that their horse was so dangerous they might as well "put the animal down". This same horse after 6 months of part-time training with Tim, is being ridden and enjoyed by a beginner rider. This horse's problem was not that he was vicious, but rather he was a very intelligent horse with absolutely no confidence. Therefore, he was extremely nervous, fearful, and evasive. With steady consistent training, and the insight of what was going on in this horse's mind, Tim Austin was able to convince this horse that people were not to be feared and thus instilled the confidence that enabled him to relax and become a pleasurable, trainable horse. From starting the unspoiled young horse, to dealing with dangerous behavioral problems, Tim teaches willingness instead of fright and confidence instead of fear.Full Time Training - ..................................$ 400 Month*Part Time Training - ..................................$200 Month* (*Boarding Fees separate) Schedule a training session at your stable. Call 618-377-9560
TIM AUSTIN TRAINING CENTER
With roots in gentling, training, and riding the wild Mustang,
Tim Austin has the confidence and gentle nature necessary to train sensitive, intelligent, and potentially fragile horses. With practicum experience of starting and riding some of the most elite racehorses on the track, to working with cutting horses to riding dressage, Tim has the skill and insight to bring the best out of your horse.
Tim has also worked with some of the finest clinicians in both jumping and dressage. He gets results from horses other trainers have given up on. One such example was a client who was told by a previous trainer that their horse was so dangerous they might as well "put the animal down". This same horse after 6 months of part-time training with Tim, is being ridden and enjoyed by a beginner rider. This horse's problem was not that he was vicious, but rather he was a very intelligent horse with absolutely no confidence. Therefore, he was extremely nervous, fearful, and evasive. With steady consistent training, and the insight of what was going on in this horse's mind, Tim Austin was able to convince this horse that people were not to be feared and thus instilled the confidence that enabled him to relax and become a pleasurable, trainable horse.
From starting the unspoiled young horse, to dealing with dangerous behavioral problems, Tim teaches willingness instead of fright and confidence instead of fear.
Full Time Training - ..................................$ 400 Month*
Part Time Training - ..................................$200 Month*
(*Boarding Fees separate)
Schedule a training session at your stable. Call 618-377-9560
This photo taken just minutes after the pictures above
Notes from our patrons!!
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Contact Us: Email: contactus_rockybranchstables.com Office: 618-377-9560
Rocky Branch Stables & Riding Academy, 4885 Rocky Branch Road, Bethalto, Illinois 62010
Custom scheduling is available.
Use custom scheduling for your personal schedule, vet, or farrier. Have your horse kept in his stall and not turned out to pasture. Please give 24-hour notice. Schedule Vet/Farrier early morning- so that your horse may be turned out to pasture early.
Free- custom scheduling
Daily Feed Supplement-
Free- feeding supplements
DRESSAGE FESTIVAL
ENTRY FORM
Welcome to Rocky Branch Stables. We are a full service equestrian facility catering to both show and pleasure horses. High quality care and attention to detail is the cornerstone at Rocky Branch. We offer an experienced, friendly and talented staff to help you get the most enjoyment from your equestrian endeavors. We invite you to explore our website for complete details.
Welcome to Rocky Branch Stables.
