Meet The Team

BRITTANY

Brittany is the owner and heart behind Timber Grove Equestrian Center. A lifelong horsewoman, she returned to the barn after college, marriage, and starting a family—what began as “a couple horses for the kids” quickly grew into the full vision of Timber Grove.

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Today, Brittany balances life with her supportive husband, their six amazing kids, and a lively mix of horses, sheep, mini Highland cows, dogs, cats, and chickens. Her passion for creating a thoughtful, family-friendly equestrian community is felt in every corner of the barn.

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Courtney

Courtney is a lifelong equestrian with an extensive background in hunter/jumper riding, training, and instruction. She previously owned and operated Insight Farm from 2004–2020 and has spent years working alongside top professionals, developing a well-rounded and thoughtful approach to horsemanship and competitive program development.

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Throughout her career, Courtney has produced year-end champions and guided riders to qualify for prestigious competitions including Pony Finals and Junior Hunter Finals. She is passionate about developing confident, competitive riders through strong fundamentals on the flat, intentional progression over fences, and meaningful horse-and-rider partnerships.

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As a mom of three, Courtney brings a patient, structured, and family-centered approach to her program. Her discipline and commitment extend beyond the barn—having completed two Ironman races and the Boston Marathon—values she instills in every rider she coaches.

JENA

Jena has been passionate about horses since she first began riding at age seven. Specializing in hunter, jumper, and equitation, she brings both discipline and heart to the arena. A proud wife and mom of two, Jena balances family life with caring for her four horses and ponies.

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Her favorite motto, “Prior planning prevents poor performance,” guides her thoughtful approach to training and competition, while her life philosophy—“People will never forget how you made them feel”—shapes the way she connects with her students, family, and community.

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ashley

Ashley brings over 23 years of hunter jumper and equitation experience, beginning her career in the Philadelphia and Chicago circuits before moving to Texas. As a junior, she competed nationally in the 3’6” hunter and equitation divisions, earning top placings and qualifying for major finals such as USEF Pony Finals, Maclay Regionals, USHJA Hunterdon Cup, National Hunter Derby Regional Championship, and the Pessoa/US Hunter Seat Medal Finals at the Pennsylvania National Horse Show.

 

More recently, she has enjoyed success in the hunter derby ring with her horse, Milo. Currently pursuing her MBA at the University of Texas, Ashley joins us as a part-time instructor and trainer, with a passion for developing green horses and preparing them for the show ring.

KELLI

A lifelong horse person, Kelli grew up in pony club then spent her high school years competing in the hunters and equitation on the East Coast. She continued to compete in college & began instructing .

She enjoys giving back to the horse community by sharing over 45 years of experience with both horses & riders. ​​​​​​​​

CLARE

Clare is a lifelong equestrian who can always be found near an animal. She grew up riding in Maryland, primarily competing in eventing. Her training program has a strong focus on correct fundamentals and building skills, but also includes careful attention to a horse's overall health (diet, grooming, tack fit, strength and fitness, and collaboration with vets and farriers).

 

Her training is primarily in dressage and jumping, but she enjoys the variety of disciplines she has been able to experience in Texas. She personally finds the most rewarding experiences to come from developing young horses and finding the root cause of problematic behaviors and working with owners to address them. 

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shannon

Shannon brings both heart and expertise to Timber Grove. A lifelong horsewoman from Willis, Texas, she has a natural ability to connect with every animal in her care and a deep dedication to their wellbeing.

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Shannon’s keen attention to detail allows her to notice even the smallest changes in behavior, ensuring each horse is happy, healthy, and thriving. She works closely with our trainers, instructors, vet, farrier, and feed suppliers to keep barn routines running smoothly and consistently.