I’ve ridden at a number of barns off and on, but when I came to Bountiful Blessings two years ago I realized this place was special. Everyone was so warm and friendly. I immediately felt at home. I’m an adult rider and consider myself a timid rider. My primary goal was to feel comfortable in the saddle. Now, I not only feel comfortable, but have leased a horse from Linda and am working on getting more forward, collection and extension, lateral movements, and (one of my biggest hurdles) cantering. Linda, I can’t thank you enough for all you’ve done to help me gain confidence, feel comfortable in the saddle and become a real rider.
Jill B.
Tinton Falls, NJ
If you are tired of the typical stable politics and want a stable where you can learn to be the best you can be you have found the right place. Bountiful Blessings provides a relaxed atmosphere where borders and non-borders are all treated like family. Horses and riders are given the opportunity to reach their full potential under the guidance of Linda. Linda has the unique ability to not only understand the needs of the horse but the needs of the rider and help bring out the best in both. A great place to ride, learn, have fun, and make new friends.
Chris C
Aberdeen, NJ
My son has been going to the farm for lessons with Joelle for almost 18 months and what a tremendous part of our life it has become!! Colin's gross motor skills have improved tremendously since riding and he truly enjoys it! We can't thank Joelle and Linda enough for everything they do!
Beth S
West Long Branch
I have been working and riding at Bountiful Blessings Farm since 1999 when I graduated from college and had no clue what to do with my life. I began working for Steve and Linda as "Barn Help" and Linda began training me in Dressage. During my riding experiences, I had worked and trained at several different farms in New Jersey and Massachusetts. However, I had never found a place where you can embrace the pleasures of riding, enjoy the comforts of well-behaved, loveable horses and feel like you belong, almost as if you're part of a family. Steve and Linda have welcomed me into their farm, their home and their lives for almost 10 years now, and I know I will never ride anywhere else. Thank you Steve and Linda!!!
Joelle R
Belmar, NJ
Since I was a little girl, I'va always wanted to own a horse. One day I will, but in the meantime, Linda and the gang at Bountiful Blessings have made me feel like my dream has come true! She is a great teacher, there's a fantastic staff, and I feel like a part of the family.
Melissa M
Howell, NJ
I have been working with Linda for over 4 years. I am an over 50 rider and always thought I’d just be a Training Level rider until I met Linda. She made me see how much fun dressage can be and how in tune with your horse you need to be.
Through her tireless efforts and encouragement I am now showing at Second Level with plans to move up to Third Level this year. Linda has worked with me on my Quarter Horse when I first came to her farm and discovered that he had a major confirmation problem that would prevent him from ever being able to go on the bit. She encouraged me to look around and find a safe horse that I could hack out and be competitive in the dressage arena. She came to try out this new prospect and I purchased her – Mathilda (or Tildy in the barn). This horse has taught me so much through her patience and Linda’s encouragement.
Tildy has taken me to show at the USET headquarters in Gladstone, NJ, over to Suddenly Farm in Lumberton, NJ, to DVHA in Ringoes, NJ and the biggest adventure, to Wellington, Florida. I have had to lose a lot of old, bad habits to advance to Second Level, and learn even more new feelings. Linda has worked with me thru all of this. There is so much dedication involved when you ride dressage. It looks so pretty when you watch a good ride, but you can’t believe how much work and control of your body (without getting stiff or rigid) is involved. Now I have purchased another horse, Wally (his barn name). He brings a whole new set of feelings to my body and hands. His eager attitude and wonderful feeling make me want to come out every day and work with him. He is so much fun and exciting to ride. Thank you Linda!
Lynette M
Sea Girt, NJ
