Catherine Sears

Catherine is a third generation Equine Enthusiast and Professional. She has been training, schooling, caring-for and riding horses of all breeds and disciplines her entire life. At just 22 months old, she competed in her first horse show in Western Equitation. In the mid 1990s, she started professionally teaching English and Western Equitation and timed competitions. At her family’s equine business, Rocky Top Stables, Catherine managed 300+ farrier clients and over 30 boarders, which consisted of foaling, training, schooling, riding lessons and rehabilitation. For over 18 years, she has been an apprentice certified farrier. In addition to being a farrier, Catherine found it important to become trained in Equine Massage Therapy. She says that the benefits of combining the two are extremely worthy in maintaining a horse’s well being, soundness and recuperation.

Because of her passion for teaching therapeutic riding, in 2008 she earned her PATH certification. She has been enjoying every minute of teaching and has made amazing friends and seen so many miracles that have touched her heart. Catherine joined the MTRA family in 2016 and feels blessed that she can make a positive difference in people’s lives through horses. Her riders inspire her with their determination and perseverance. When Catherine is not teaching, she enjoys taking care of her farm and horses and making memories with family. (Source)