RACHEL | Executive Director
Rachel, grew up splitting her time between the rodeos in Louisiana and summers with family in Japan. From a lifetime with horses, cattle, and 5 children of her own, Rachel brings her knowledge of horses and caring for both people and children to GaitWay.
These days, Rachel attends the rodeo with her husband, Doug, watching their kids run barrels with their horse, Dixie. You will find Rachel crocheting her temperature blanket when horses and children aren’t her focus.
BRIANNA | PATH Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor & Lesson Coordinator
Brianna has first-hand experience with the benefits of adaptive riding, as she has exceptionalities herself. Brianna started as a GaitWay rider when she was 14 and would volunteer around the barn and help with lessons. Her positive experiences led her to pursue certification, which she completed in 2019. Two of the GaitWay horses, Gretta and Heilo, belong to Brianna, and they have won several first-place ribbons in various competitions.
Brianna is married to her high school sweetheart, Austin, and when she isn't at the barn, she enjoys quality time with friends and family.
