Our Training Philosophy
Coaching equestrians to their fullest potential is the goal at Maverick Farms. Linda Cooper’s individualized training programs inspire, challenge and empower her students to achieve their goals. Safety, discipline, responsibility, and classic horsemanship skills are stressed for riders of all levels. The programs at Maverick Farms encourage camaraderie and good sportsmanship and nurture the bond between horse and rider. Adhering to the highest standards of excellence is what makes Maverick Farms riders stand out from the crowd.
Linda Cooper
Maverick Farms owner and trainer, Linda Cooper began riding at age four and has been a constant winner in equitation and medal classes. As both a junior and adult rider, Linda has won many championships, including medal finals for the Onondarka, and Rosewood Junior Medals and the OCHSA Adult Medals. Knowing she wanted a career in the equestrian business, Linda completed a bachelor's degree in education and learned various facets of the equestrian business by working with many prominent riding professionals, including Julie Smith and Rob Gage. Combining her passion for horses with her knowledge of teaching, Linda founded Maverick Farms Riding Academy in 1998. Since that time, Maverick Farms has grown into a substantial training facility—coaching riders who consistently place at the top of their divisions. Many of Maverick Farms’ students have achieved local, regional and national recognition. For those
not interested in showing, Maverick Farms offers programs tailored for
recreational riders interested in learning how to ride and advancing their
horsemanship skills.
As a trainer, Linda has received a number of recognitions including:
- Best Trainer, Las Amigas de las Lomas
- Overall Opportunity Trainer for 2015 LAJHA
-Board Member LAHJA
Linda's student accomplishments include:
- Overall High Point Reserve Champion award OCIEL
- Junior Varsity High Point Champion award OCIEL
- Novice High Point Champion award OCIEL
- CPHA Medal Finals Champion
- LAHJA Horsemanship Medal Reserve Champion
not interested in showing, Maverick Farms offers programs tailored for
recreational riders interested in learning how to ride and advancing their
horsemanship skills.
As a trainer, Linda has received a number of recognitions including:
- Best Trainer, Las Amigas de las Lomas
- Overall Opportunity Trainer for 2015 LAJHA
-Board Member LAHJA
Linda's student accomplishments include:
- Overall High Point Reserve Champion award OCIEL
- Junior Varsity High Point Champion award OCIEL
- Novice High Point Champion award OCIEL
- CPHA Medal Finals Champion
- LAHJA Horsemanship Medal Reserve Champion
Affiliate Stables
Elvenstar
Built from the ground up by owner James Hagman, Elvenstar is not only unique but created with the equestrian and the equine in mind. From the shade of the trees to the faint ocean breeze, this unique facility, conveniently located near Thousand Oaks, Moorpark and Simi Valley, is a perfect setting for the first time rider to the seasoned show competitor. With an extensive, multi-faceted training program, the staff at Elvenstar strives to meet the goals of each individual horse and rider.
Programs Offered: Lesson & Training programs, Summer Camps and Birthday Parties.
Link: Elvenstar (https://elvenstar.com/)
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (805) 529-2800
Address: 15618 E. Tierra Rejada Rd. Moorpark California 93021
Elvenstar Orange County
Located at Huntington Central Park Equestrian Center, our highest standards of training, instruction and care make Elvenstar Orange County one of the leading training and teaching programs in the country.
Programs Offered: Lesson & Training programs, Summer Camps and Birthday Parties.
Link: Elvenstar Orange County (http://elvenstar.com/about-us/elvenstar-orange-county/)
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (714) 842-5555
Address: Huntington Central Park Equestrian Center
18381 Goldenwest St. Huntington Beach Ca 92648
Built from the ground up by owner James Hagman, Elvenstar is not only unique but created with the equestrian and the equine in mind. From the shade of the trees to the faint ocean breeze, this unique facility, conveniently located near Thousand Oaks, Moorpark and Simi Valley, is a perfect setting for the first time rider to the seasoned show competitor. With an extensive, multi-faceted training program, the staff at Elvenstar strives to meet the goals of each individual horse and rider.
Programs Offered: Lesson & Training programs, Summer Camps and Birthday Parties.
Link: Elvenstar (https://elvenstar.com/)
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (805) 529-2800
Address: 15618 E. Tierra Rejada Rd. Moorpark California 93021
Elvenstar Orange County
Located at Huntington Central Park Equestrian Center, our highest standards of training, instruction and care make Elvenstar Orange County one of the leading training and teaching programs in the country.
Programs Offered: Lesson & Training programs, Summer Camps and Birthday Parties.
Link: Elvenstar Orange County (http://elvenstar.com/about-us/elvenstar-orange-county/)
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (714) 842-5555
Address: Huntington Central Park Equestrian Center
18381 Goldenwest St. Huntington Beach Ca 92648