About FD Performance
Horses
About FD Performance Horses – privately family owned equestrian facility in Brighton, Colorado. Our services include Full-Service Horse Boarding, Riding Lessons, Equestrian Training & Horse Sales.
A little about FD Performance Horses – We love sharing our equestrian experience! Our passion is instructing students on the overall respect & traditions of the equine industry. Growing their knowledge & skill sets in caring for horses & riding.
Most importantly, FD Performance Horses making a difference.
- Empowered riders: Master horse care, riding techniques & essential skills for confidence & enriching experience.
- Tailored for your style: Explore English, Western, or a combination. Your style, your way.
- Horses with heart: We retrain and re-home retired racehorses for loving families and new careers.
- Respectful Foundation: Compassion and understanding guide your journey, building a strong bond with your horse.
Advantages
Why Clients Choose Us
We’re more than just riding instructors – we’re trusted advisors who empower you to achieve your equestrian dreams. Our enthusiastic, dedicated team provides exceptional riding lessons and horse sales & training, tailored to your unique needs and goals. What sets us apart from others? About FD Performance Horses – we train in a variety of disciplines from roping, to English (hunter/Jumper), and racehorses.
Beautiful Horses
Professional Riders
Years of Experience
Boarding Horses
Retain & Sale Horses
Horse Sales
Second Chances, Second Homes: Giving Retired Racehorses New Lives.
Most importantly, at FD Performance Horses, we believe retirement for racehorses is just the beginning. That’s why we dedicate our talents to successfully retraining and rehoming these incredible athletes.
About FD Performance Horses.
- For horses: Provide compassionate retraining, expert care, and a second chance at athletic fulfillment.
- For adopters: Match you with the perfect equine partner based on your experience, goals, and lifestyle.
Testimonials
What Our Club Members Say
When I first came to Arielle, age 7, I'd never rode a horse & didn't have any experience but I knew I LOVED horses. 1.5 years later, she's taught me how to love & care for them. I can now tack a horse by myself and ride both English & Western styles. My favorite thing is doing small jumps in the arena, cantering & short trail rides. Arielle is the best teacher, so much knowledge about horses & in such a fun & encouraging environment.
My daughter has been training in group lessons for a few years at another ranch & loved it, but realized it was time to step it up & begin private lessons. We found FD Performance for private lessons with Arielle. I cannot express how much of a difference it has made in her riding. The entire ranch is so beautifully maintained & Arielle is so lovely, light, knowledgeable & caring. Every lesson is filled with encouragement, new skills, honing of existing skills & attention to what my daughter needs to excel. We truly feel like part of a community with Arielle!
I boarded two of my horses at FD Performance. The level of care they received was exceptional. Arielle went up & beyond to care for every detail of my horses care, was professional, kind, empathetic, and very knowledgeable. You can see the passion Arielle has for horses & this is what sets FD Performance apart from other boarding facilities. I had no doubt my horses were in good hands & I would recommend FD Performance to anyone looking for a great boarding facility.
I've been taking lessons with Arielle for a couple years and have improved tremendously! Highly recommend!
My daughter has done riding lessons here for 3 years and we absolutely love it! She has learned so much and Arielle is amazing with her. Highly recommend to anyone!
We Have Many
AWARDS
From competitive rider to compassionate re-trainer, Arielle’s passion lies in empowering horses and humans.
Born and raised in Colorado, Arielle’s equestrian journey began at the tender age of 6. She excelled in both CHJA and USHJA circuits, racking up top finishes in Young Rider Medals and Open Jumpers. This experience, coupled with training under Colorado’s top names, gave her a deep understanding of horses and competitive riding.
But Arielle’s path took a unique turn: retraining off-the-track Thoroughbreds. Now, her expertise lies in giving these remarkable athletes a second chance, finding them loving homes and fulfilling careers in new disciplines.
What sets Arielle at FD Performance Horses apart from the rest?
- Dual expertise: Competitive experience & deep knowledge of horse retraining.
- Compassionate approach: Prioritizing the well-being of horses & their rider.
- Holistic training: Focusing on physical and emotional development.
- Student focus: Passionate about teaching good horsemanship to riders of all ages.
- Shared love: Fostering a love for horses.
