Owner
Anna Foster
38 from Delaware, US
Anna is an experienced gaited horse trainer who has worked all around the States, Germany and Iceland. Although she says of herself she is a 'creative person without any talent' her keen sense of horsemanship and the ability to recognize talents in others has helped Stormhaven flourish from a tiny Barn house to a large riding center.
When Anna is not running the Farm, training horses or giving lessons she is busy holding clinics world wide and has helped set up many gaited horse centers around the globe, including Cavador, Costa Rica and Yukon Valley, Canada.
She is married to Neal Cassidy and has an 18 year old adopted son, Gabriel, who is currently studying at UCLA.
38 from Delaware, US
Anna is an experienced gaited horse trainer who has worked all around the States, Germany and Iceland. Although she says of herself she is a 'creative person without any talent' her keen sense of horsemanship and the ability to recognize talents in others has helped Stormhaven flourish from a tiny Barn house to a large riding center.
When Anna is not running the Farm, training horses or giving lessons she is busy holding clinics world wide and has helped set up many gaited horse centers around the globe, including Cavador, Costa Rica and Yukon Valley, Canada.
She is married to Neal Cassidy and has an 18 year old adopted son, Gabriel, who is currently studying at UCLA.
Trainers
Aaron Kruse
38 from Fjellerup, Denmark
This tall man is an amazing rider, specializing in top sport horses (4 and 5 gait). His astute attitude also reflects on his horses who seem to flourish underneath the saddle. Aaron is also an excellent instructor and gives lessons quite frequently as well as training young horses.
He is our second in command at the stables.
38 from Fjellerup, Denmark
This tall man is an amazing rider, specializing in top sport horses (4 and 5 gait). His astute attitude also reflects on his horses who seem to flourish underneath the saddle. Aaron is also an excellent instructor and gives lessons quite frequently as well as training young horses.
He is our second in command at the stables.
Instructors of Stormhaven Training Facility
Cameron Bailie
51, Dingle, Ireland
Cameron and his family worked on a special breeding program attempting to breed back the Galloway Pony. After they had introduced Icelandics into the program their special ponies started to tölt. These hardy, intelligent horses became popular among the locals and even caught the interest of Anna overseas. The Galloway program was replaced by this new breed they named Fàlaire (ambling horse).
Receiving financial backup from the Stormhaven group (which also supports Cavador and Yukon Valley) they moved the stud to the States. To help finance the program he and Anna created the Stormhaven Academy. A place devoted to study, knowledge and betterment of the gaited horse.
Cameron's son Ewan works as our intern. His sister-in-law Elpeth works in the Yukon on our second property, but also helps out on Stormhaven when needed. His wife and youngest daughter, Amelia often come on weekends to help out.
Cameron is also our Vet and family friend.
51, Dingle, Ireland
Cameron and his family worked on a special breeding program attempting to breed back the Galloway Pony. After they had introduced Icelandics into the program their special ponies started to tölt. These hardy, intelligent horses became popular among the locals and even caught the interest of Anna overseas. The Galloway program was replaced by this new breed they named Fàlaire (ambling horse).
Receiving financial backup from the Stormhaven group (which also supports Cavador and Yukon Valley) they moved the stud to the States. To help finance the program he and Anna created the Stormhaven Academy. A place devoted to study, knowledge and betterment of the gaited horse.
Cameron's son Ewan works as our intern. His sister-in-law Elpeth works in the Yukon on our second property, but also helps out on Stormhaven when needed. His wife and youngest daughter, Amelia often come on weekends to help out.
Cameron is also our Vet and family friend.
Neal Cassidy
45, New York
Grew up in the Big Apple and pursued a successful career as an entrepreneur. In search for a horse to buy he found a job on Stormhaven. His talent was rehabilitating troubled horses. But a tragic accident shattered his knees and put an end to his riding career. He has always been a patient tutor for horse and man, so his wife Anna had the idea of starting a training school on Stormhaven and letting him be one of the instructors.
Stablehands/help
Nicholas Meyers
35, Baltimore Nick is a Jack of all trades. He's our maintance worker, stable hand, trains a horse or two; is a faithful husband, loving father, and creative musician. As a recovering addict he likes to keep his hands occupied and his head clear. |
Ewan Bailie
19, Ireland Ewan came over with his family to the States. While his father works as Stormhaven's vet and Academy instructor, Ewan works as our intern and wants to enroll in the Academy program and become a trainer later himself. |
Lynn Falk
28 from Munich, Germany As a freelance journalist she works part time at the stable taking care of the books and organizing schedules. She is usually the one sent off on a supply run or to get lunch for everyone. When asking what her job is at Stormhaven she usually replies she is the official caretaker of the cats. With her quirky, upbeat personality she is joy to have around. |
Reia Quin Hearst
35 from Arizona She worked with troubled youth in Arizona helping teens find themselves through the work with equally difficult animals, such as taming Mustangs and rehabilitating dogs. Unfortunately the government-funded program was discontinued, leaving her without a job. She is hoping to learn more about animal behavior and training to one day open up her own center. |
Nolan Ramsey
37, Colorado Nolan is an all rounder. He is a good rider, a great Farrier and assists the team wherever he is needed. He is knowledgeable about horse care and gives classes and seminars in our Training School. |