Hey there!  I’m Kim.  I’m the founder of Horses Giving Hope To Humans and a Lead Instructor.  I’m a CHA certified instructor and I’ve been working with horses for more than 40 years – training, showing & breeding.  I’ve been instructing riders young and old for more than 20 years and I’m really looking forward to sharing with you everything I’ve learned over the years. 

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Hi!  I’m Jenny.  I’m a Lead Instructor with the program.  I’ve been riding for many years now and I’ve helped my 3 boys learn to ride.  I’m a former preschool teacher and I just love helping riders learn and grow. 

Hello – I started riding and showing when I was a child, but was pulled away when adult life kicked in.  I showed hunt seat, western & showmanship during my years in both 4H and the American Quarter Horse Association show circuit.  I’m a former math teacher and now I absolutely love teaching beginner and intermediate riding lessons. 

Hey I’m Elizabeth and I’ve been teaching horsemanship for more than 12 years, starting as an instructor for the Girl Scouts in her home state of Kansas, going through the Certified Horsemanship Association training, and eventually running her own lesson program in upstate NY before moving to Pittsburgh in 2020. She teaches both English and Western riding styles, with a special focus on confidence building for children and beginning riders, and she loves to explore the trails.

Hi, my name is Slammer and I’m affectionately known as “Hoover” around the barn because I like to eat everything!  My favorite treats are carrots but honestly, I’ll eat anything.  I’m very well educated and love to go to horse shows and do gaming events like barrel racing and pole bending.  I’ve been with Kim since 2008 and I’ve helped her build this riding program.  I really like running so I prefer intermediate to advanced riders but love to do groundwork with beginners.  

Hello, my name is Gilly.  I’m known as Mr. Mischievous around the barn because I’m curious about everything.  I’m always getting into things from bags of treats to the garbage can.  I’m so glad my owner leases me to the program because I really love being a lesson horse.  I’m great for beginners because I tend to be a bit lazy. I can really teach my students how to be assertive.  My size, confidence and gentle nature makes me a favorite of everyone.  

Hey there, I’m Angel.  I may be small but I’m also the mighty “boss mare”.  I make sure everyone’s doing their job. My owner leases me to the program and also volunteers with the program and  together we love teaching the youngsters how to ride. I can be a bit sassy at times, but don’t worry, I take really good care of all my young riders. I’m really fun to ride. 

Hi! My name is Ivy.  I am a western pleasure quarter horse. So I’m a nice slow mover with a trot smooth as butter! I am sweet with a side of sass, but my loving nature does make me the top pick for cuddles! I love being the center of attention. I am 5 years old which makes me the youngest horse in the lesson program.

Hello! My name is Fizz! I may be small but I am tough! My owner says that I am definitely “special” with all of my spunk. But if you want to have fun, I’m your guy. I love treats and attention! I can smell peppermints from a mile away and I love face rubs. One of my favorite things to do is rearrange the cones in the arena after my owner sets them up.  I think it’s fun but she might not agree.  I am a very quirky goofball with an adorable face that no one can resist!

Hi, I’m Tonka. At 17.2 hands, I am the tallest horse in the barn, and a true gentle giant. I am new to the barn but not new to lessons. I love exploring the trails, and helping our youngest students gain confidence and independence in the saddle!