Head Trainers:
John
Strassburger began riding at the age of 5, and
equestrian activities soon became a family affair.
John’s mother was an avid foxhunter, and his sister
rode and competed also. John is a graduate “A” Pony
Clubber and has competed through the
Intermediate/CCI** level in eventing. In addition to
eventing, he is an avid foxhunter, a former endurance
competitor, and was an amateur steeplechase jockey.
For 24 years John was the editor of The Chronicle of
the Horse magazine, and he covered every Olympics from
1984 to 2004. John has trained with Torrance Watkins,
Denny Emerson, Marilyn Payne, and Sharon White.
Heather Bailey began riding at the age of 3, starting first in the Western world, eventually riding reining and cutting horses. At the age of 10 she started lessons with Yves and Christine Sauvignon and learned about the sports of eventing and dressage. Over the years she evolved from student to employee, and in 1995 she moved back east. In addition to working with the Sauvignons, she has trained with Jimmy Wofford, Denny Emerson, Paul Ebersole, and most recently Sharon White. Heather managed Sharon’s Last Frontier Farm for 2 years. She has nearly 20 years of teaching and training experience in eventing and dressage.
Heather & Precision at Wild Horse Valley Ranch, In
Napa, Calif. in 1988
Farm
Manager: Roxanne Rainwater
Roxanne
has the kind of broad expereince we value here at Phoenix
Farm. Vet tech, horse trainer, barn manager,
breeder--Roxanne has done all these jobs and more. Her
depth of knowledge and cheerful outlook is an integral part
of Phoenix Farm's success. Once you meet her, you know your
horse will be in good hands.
Assistant Manager/Barn Watcher: Kate
Newman
Though Kate is no longer with us full time, her expereince
and her energy can still be found here at Phoenix Farm. She
is always there when we need her, and can repair a fence,
doctor a pony, or garner a smile. When we are out of town,
Kate is here keeping an eye on the farm, and helps on
Roxanne's days off.
Special
Thanks to our resident photographer, Holly Bailey, who shot
most of the beautiful pictures of our farm on this website.
Holly is available for photo sessions at your farm, call or
email us for more information.