est 2012
Helping riders and equines reach their potential.
Essex, Ontario
our breeding program
Our program is celebrating 12 years specializing in both rideable and extremely athletic top Hunter Jumper bloodlines, producing quality offspring that have gone off to achieve international success in bronze, silver, and gold circuits.
our lesson programS
We offer competitive and recreational horseback riding lessons for riders of all ages and abilities in Windsor Essex, Ontario with our NCCP licensed and experienced hunter/jumper coaches. Our main focus is providing a positive peer and coaching experience.
what we do
SERVICES
Where love of the horse meets love of the sport.
Sand Cherry Stables was established in 2012 by owner, breeder, and head trainer Heather Roung. Whether your goal is to learn the basics of riding and horsemanship, or to own and compete at the top levels with your own horse, we are here to help build your confidence and give you the tools to set you on the right path.
Our breeding program was founded in 2014 on years of experience working with top horses, riders, coaches and with some of the top Warmblood breeders in North America. We specialize in top Hunter/Jumper bloodlines, striving to achieve quality offspring with exceptional minds and extreme athletic capabilities. Our offspring have gone on to achieve international success in both the Hunter and Jumper rings.
who we are
Full service boarding with on site 24 hour care.
Includes 2 barns, 7 large paddocks with large shelters & 24 hour access to hay, 5 multi-acre paddock accessible grass pastures, safe fencing, indoor riding arena, an outdoor hunter derby riding arena. Our facility continues to grow in amenities each year with exciting plans underway.
Sand Cherry Stables
Resident coach, Heather Roung, began her riding career at the young age of 6 and has since studied under Grand Prix and “A” circuit professionals, becoming knowledgeable in equine training, care, feeding, grooming, and reproduction. Heather has gone on to create a successful breeding and training program that has produced many fabulous mounts that have won national titles.
Heather understands the discipline, dedication and safety awareness necessary to succeed and enjoy horsemanship to whatever level the rider aspires.
meet our head coach
Heather ROUNG
I boarded my horse at Sand Cherry Stables the last few years of his life. I believe the excellent care and attention to his health he received here is a huge reason he made it through his last winter. Heather and her family went above and beyond for us and I am forever grateful. Horses are treated as individuals here, and regardless of their place on the farm they are looked after as though they are her own. After stepping back from horses for a couple years I am now getting back in the saddle and didn't hesitate for a moment to contact Sand Cherry Stables when the time came!
" Heather and her family went above and beyond for us. "
emily
Heather is amazing. She's a seasoned veteran of competition riding and one heck of a teacher. She saved me from making a terrible purchase of a horse that could have been the end of me. It wasn't easy and involved several phone calls. She went way above what most people would have. I'm lucky. Today I have leased the most amazing boy, 'Boomer'. Heather continues to school me and I'm happy. If you are looking for an amazing teacher with extraordinary skills, she's the one.
" If you're looking for an amazing teacher, she's the one. "
Teresa
My daughter has been riding at Heather's facility since the summer. Heather creates a space that is not just about learning how to ride, she helps your children grow as individuals and gives them confidence and the tools they need to be successful both inside and outside the arena. She is super knowledgeable and all of her horses are very well cared for with extreme attention to their wellbeing as well as the riders. Going to Heather's barn has been the best decision we ever made for our daughter.
