MEET THE TEAM

  • Nicole Bourgeois

    Head Trainer & Co-Owner

    As a young rider, Nicole displayed exceptional talent, dedication, and ability. Her early success as a junior rider laid the foundation for an impressive collegiate career at the University of South Carolina, where she was a member of the NCAA Division I Equestrian Team and helped her team win a National Championship in 2006. She graduated with a degree in Retail Management and, alongside her sister, Kendall, co-founded her business, Imagination Lane.

    Nicole finished second in the $100,000 WCHR Hunter Spectacular at Desert International Horse Park in 2023 and 2025. In 2023, she won the PCHA 1.30 Open Jumper Championship at the Sacramento International Horse Show and the $10,000 TBIRD Winning Round. Nicole has competed through the 1.45 level and continues to coach riders of all abilities. In 2025, Nicole won the $25,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby at TBIRD, the $75,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby Regional Championship at DIHP, and the $30,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby during Desert Holiday I. In 2026, she won the $49,900 USHJA International Hunter Derby during DIHP Week 9, the USHJA International Hunter Derby at Sonoma Horse Park, the $50,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby at TBIRD in June, and the $25,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby at TBIRD in August.

    Nicole is a dedicated coach whose students have also reached numerous milestones under her guidance, including wins at the USEF Junior Hunter Finals - West and through the 1.45 level. Nicole also enjoys traveling with her two labs, Callie and Minnie, and spending time with her family.

  • Kendall Bourgeois

    Head Trainer & Co-Owner

    Kendall mainly competes in the jumper ring as a professional, where her talent and determination have earned her a reputation as a top rider on the West Coast. Kendall won the Oregon High Desert Classic Grand Prix in 2022, 2023, and 2024. She also won the $10,000 Grand Prix at Thunderbird Show Park in 2024.

    Kendall has bult an impressive resume in the FEI divisions which includes strong placings in CSI5* classes and multiple top-five finishes in CSI3* Grand Prix events. Kendall's show record highlights her exceptional talent, accuracy, and consistency at the highest levels.

    While Kendall's primary focus is the jumper ring, her versatility as a rider shines in her successful appearances in the hunter ring. She competed at the USHJA International Derby Finals in 2019 and won the $25,000 USHJA International Derby at the Summer Fort Classic in 2024.

    Outside the barn, Kendall enjoys spending time with her family, especially her three kids.

Assistant Trainers

  • Grace Pearson

    Assistant Trainer

    Grace was a highly accomplished junior rider. She won the prestigious ASPCA Maclay Area 7 Regional Finals in 2018 and the CPHA Style of Riding Finals in 2019. She went on to compete in the ASPCA Maclay Finals and the USEF Dover Saddlery Medal Finals, consistently demonstrating exceptional poise under pressure.

    Grace attended Auburn University, where she was a key member of the university's top-ranked NCAA Division I Equestrian Team. She was awarded the 2023 Coaches Award for her leadership and exceptional contributions to the team. She also won an SEC Division Championship in 2024. Grace's passion for the sport has made her a standout not only on the national stage and at the collegiate level but also as a professional in our program.

    Outside the barn, Grace enjoys going on adventures with her dog, Moose, going to the gym, and spending time with her friends and family.

  • ​Peyton Coffland

    Assistant Trainer

    Originally from Eugene, Oregon, Peyton's passion for horses has played a huge role in her life since she was a young girl. In 2023, Peyton won the Zone 9 Jumper Finals, and in 2024 she won the Team NW Grand Prix. Other highlights include a second-place finish in the Sacramento Northern Winter Classic Grand Prix and, most recently, a fifth-place finish in the $5,000 1.40 U25 at Thunderbird Show Park.

    While riding professionally, Peyton earned an associate's degree from Clark College and is currently a full-time student at Washington State University, where she is working towards a bachelor's degree in business administration. Her ability to balance her academic and equestrian pursuits is impressive, making her an excellent example for our young students.

    Peyton also enjoys cooking and quality time with her friends, family, and dog, Winston.

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Barn Staff

  • Jose Saldana

    HEAD GROOM

  • Belsa Ramirez

    HEAD GROOM

  • Liz Seib

    BARN MANAGER