Hunter/Jumper Training Program

Nathan K. Stiles, Five Star Equestrians LLC
Nathan Stiles is the head trainer at Five Star Farms, managing the training program and related barn operations. Nathan relocated back to California after spending time on the East coast and in Europe where he worked alongside some of the top talent on the hunter and jumper circuit.

Nathan's riding, training and competition experience spans all levels and he has had the opportunity to learn from world class riders such as Olympic gold medalist, Joe Fargis, World Equestrian Games medalist, Sören von Rönne and US Olympian and Grand Prix champion, Todd Minikus. Additionally, Nathan has worked with Ralph Caristo and World Champion hunter riders Scott Stewart and Holly Orlando.

Nathan's enthusiasm and dedication to working with his clients results in a positive learning opportunity for riders of all levels and he is eager to grow a lasting and successful program at Five Star Farms.

Nathan's program offers both full and part-time training, with private, semi-private or group lessons. School horses are available for lessons and periodically Nathan has horses for sale as well. He also enjoys working with young prospects and is willing to take on talented project horses. Whether you're a serious competitor looking to further your skills and show all season or someone who is passionate about riding and enhancing the relationship with your horse, Nathan can work with you to structure a program that best achieves your individual potential.

Board and Training Services

• Board and Training Services Price List
• Board and Training Agreement
• Equine Waiver Form
• Horse Information Sheet
• Stable Rules

Dressage Training Program

Mary Muellner, Amadon Dressage
Mary Muellner has over 25 years experience teaching and training classical dressage. Mary has worked with Waaler Farms, a dressage training and show stable as an instructor, assistant manager and assistant trainer. Their barn contained over 35 horses whose training ranged from green horses to Grand Prix. Mary was responsible for the care and training of client and sale horses, instructing students, showing, and assisting in the breeding program.

Mary trained extensively with and was mentored by Erich Bubbel. Herr Bubbel was a Master of Riding Masters in Germany and instructed at the world-renowned Spanish Riding School and the French National School at Saumur. He was also a three-time Olympic Coach. It was with Erich that Mary refined and expanded the classical training methods that she had learned at Waaler Farms.

Mary has also participated in clinics with Gerhard Pohlitz, Manolo Mendez and Vitor Silva, among others. Mary has trained to the Grand Prix level. She has trained in Europe and successfully coached students here and abroad.

Training Services

• Mary Muellner Training Services and Pricing