To sponsor a horse, you can choose to use the “PayPal” donation link or mail checks payable to Gleneayre Equestrian Program P.O. Box 506 Lumberton, NJ 08048. Please be sure to designate which horse you’d like to sponsor. For details email us or contact Alison at 609-267-4045.
Graziano-
Nickname: Toast
Born: 1995
Breed: Holsteiner
Likes: His horse friends
Dislikes: Being alone
Toast is an equitation horse with numerous wins in major national competitions. He is currently competing in the Children’s Hunter division with his rider and has had success in the dressage arena showing up to First Level. Toast is the resident clown of the barn. He has a goofy demeanor and is easily distracted while working. Despite his silly antics, he is an invaluable teacher and an incredible competitor.
Valvert-
Nickname: Valvert
Born: 1998
Breed: Belgian Warmblood
Likes: Naps
Dislikes: Trot jumps
The newest addition to the Gleneayre team, Valvert is truly a professional. Fresh off an illustrious equitation career on the national circuit, this is an incredible horse! Valvert is currently competing in the Pre-Children’s equitation and showing First Level dressage with his very lucky rider. Valvert is a sleepy head, who loves to stretch out and take a nap several times a day.
Due North-
Nickname: Duey
Born: 1998
Breed: Canadian Sport Horse
Likes: Carrots
Dislikes: Wearing blankets
Duey spent years successfully competing as a junior hunter on the “A” circuit. He is currently showing in the Children’s Hunter division and competing at Training Level in dressage. Duey is a school master who expects only the very best from his riders.
Remel-
Nickname: Rems
Born: 1991
Breed: Belgian Warmblood
Likes: Everything
Dislikes: Nervous riders
Remel is a former Amatuer Owner jumper. He is one of the best teachers on the farm. He is patient and kind with a heart of gold. Remel enjoys hugs and snuggling with his riders. An all-around lesson horse, Remel is used in both jumping and dressage lessons.
Mr. Wonderful_
Nickname: Happy
Born: 1996
Breed: Oldenburg
Likes: His glue on shoes
Dislikes: Heavy hands
Happy is a hunter who has taught many GEP children how to jump. Happy can be somewhat of a grump, but his riders all agree that he has taught them how to become better riders.
Gwyn Eira-
Nickname: Gwyn
Born: 1991
Breed: Oldenburg
Likes: To be pampered
Dislikes: Bran Mash
Gwyn is the Cadillac of our riding horses. Comfortable, quiet and super safe she is a Gleneayre favorite. Many of the children in the program past and present have enjoyed rides on this gentle girl. Gwyn is a former equitation horse who brings years of experience to the young riders at GEP.
Lexus-
Nickname: Lexi
Born: 1993
Breed: Belgian Warmblood
Likes: His nose rubbed
Dislikes: Trail rides in the woods
Big and bold, a beautiful mover, Lexus is one of the best teaching horses at Gleneayre. A former show hunter, this horse has the ability to leave a lasting smile on any rider who is lucky enough sit upon him. Lexus is known for teaching confidence to timid riders and technique to determined riders.
Midnight Rose-
Nickname: Sarah
Born: 1990
Breed: Arabian
Likes: To give kisses
Dislikes: Unbalanced riding
Sarah is a Gleneayre original. She has a unique style of training future equestrians. Sarah is practically capable of teaching a rider without having a trainer present. Her facial expressions will say it all. Sarah has been known to look back at her riders and give them “the look” if they do something wrong! She is sweet and full of personality. Many alumni of GEP will attest to the valuable lessons they have learned from this little horse.
Virgil-
Nickname: Virg
Born: 1991
Breed: Dutch Warmblood
Likes: Halter tag
Dislikes: Heavy hands
Virgil spent years as an elite jumper competing at prestigious shows throughout the country. Virgil’s personal journey here at Gleneayre has been as triumphant. He struggled initially to adapt to and accept the lesser experienced riders that were riding him. Through years of patient work, Virgil is now one of Gleneayre’s best teachers. He enjoys playing with his best friend Tigger every day and spending quality time with the GEP children.
Amethyst-
Nickname: Thysty
Born: 1993
Breed: Dutch Warmblood
Likes: Peppermints
Dislikes: His mane pulled
Amethyst is a retired Grand Prix jumper. Not only is he an incredible jumping horse, he excels in the dressage arena. Amethyst has competed with GEP riders in the equitation and hunter divisions as well as through First Level dressage.
Lucky Strike-
Nickname: Glen
Born: 1996
Breed: Dutch Warmblood
Likes: Beet Treats
Dislikes: Going fast
Glen is a former junior hunter who now has the honored job of introducing the younger riders of GEP to cantering and jumping. Due to hoof health complications Glen was forced to retire from jumping higher heights. His quiet demeanor and easy going attitude makes him the perfect first horse for a child.
On Second Thought-
Nickname: Harley
Born: 1998
Breed: Dutch Warmblood
Likes: Food
Dislikes: The dentist
Harley is a fancy show hunter who has an incredible personality. He is currently competing in the Pre-Children’s hunter with his rider. He is a total ham in the barn and loves to play with the GEP children.
Absolute Dream-
Nickname: Tigger
Born: 1992
Breed: Dutch Warmblood
Likes: Halter tag
Dislikes: His cribbing collar
Tigger came to GEP as a junior hunter, however, his true talent is as a dressage horse. Last year Tigger earned numerous championships in dressage with one of the GEP members. He loves to be groomed and roughhouse in the pasture with his best friend Virgil.
Girls Night Out-
Nickname: Pippy
Born: 1996
Breed: Hanoverian
Likes: Bananas
Dislikes: Her girth tightened
Pippy is a patient teacher who has the job of introducing intermediate riders to jumping. She is safe and patient allowing students the opportunity to learn as they perfect their “eye”. She is careful to never take a dangerous distance. Pippy is currently showing in the Pre-Children’s hunter with her rider.
Watch your Step-
Nickname: Bud
Breed: Quarter Horse
Born: 1995
Likes: Vanilla Blackberry cookies
Dislikes: His tummy touched
Bud is a funny pony who enjoys clowning around with the GEP children. He can do all sorts of “tricks” with his mouth and can even bow on command. He is an all-around good guy who does it all. He had major success in the pony hunter ring during his younger years prior to his GEP life. He teaches youngsters from lead line to advanced, does gaming, trail rides, and dressage.
Dreams Come True-
Nickname: Deke
Breed: Arabian
Born: 1988
Likes: Carrots
Dislikes: His girth tightened
Deke is the rock of Gleneayre. One of the original program ponies he teaches the newest, youngest members how to ride. He is safe, trustworthy, and highly intelligent. Deke does everything at Gleneayre from EquiTots, to riding lessons and shows, to trail rides, to games. Deke is very smart and can open just about any lock on any given stall door.
Sneak Preview-
Nickname: Banker
Breed: Thoroughbred
Born: 1986
Likes: Red water ice
Dislikes: Not getting enough attention
Banker is our lead EFL horse. He loves people and loves to get attention. Banker had a tremendously successful career as a Children’s Hunter before coming to Gleneayre. He spent years as a GEP riding horse, teaching many children how to jump. He retired to the EFL program a few years ago and has found a new passion. Banker loves his new job and gets so excited when he sees school buses of children arriving at Gleneayre.
Applause-
Nickname: Archie
Breed: Thoroughbred
Born: 1989
Likes: His girlfriend Laurin
Dislikes: New horses
Archie is an EFL horse used in the riding portions of the program. He is a former equitation and GEP riding horse who retired into the EFL program last year. Archie has taught countless GEP children how to ride and jump. He is enjoying his new career as an EFL horse and is especially fond of new found pasture mates.
Pokemon-
Nickname: Percy
Breed: Arabian
Born: 1981
Likes: To give hugs
Dislikes: Percy likes everything!
Percy is a fabulous EFL pony. He is the oldest GEP equine. Often referred to as the Barry White of the farm, he has the deepest nicker you have ever heard! Percy was an exceptional GEP riding pony for many years before retiring to the EFL program. He is very happy to be able to still have a job every day and takes his work very seriously.
Leonardo D-
Nickname: Leo
Breed: Holsteiner
Born: 1989
Likes: To be groomed
Dislikes: Mosquitos
Leo is a former grand prix jumper who had much success in the late nineties. He excels at equitation and dressage. Leo is a great trail horse and pleasure ride.
To sponsor a horse, you can choose to use the “PayPal” donation link or mail checks payable to Gleneayre Equestrian Program P.O. Box 506 Lumberton, NJ 08048. Please be sure to designate which horse you’d like to sponsor. For details email us or contact Alison at 609-267-4045.