Hunter · Jumper · Equitation

Elite Hunter/Jumper Training
for Serious Riders

Refined coaching for committed riders ready to compete at a higher level. At Knoll View Farms, we develop precision, partnership, and the championship mindset that defines the show ring.

Championship Standards Selective Acceptance Individualized Coaching Competition Ready
Selective By application only

The Philosophy

Fundamentals refined into high-performance execution.

Knoll View Farms is led by Laura Kessler, a competitive hunter/jumper rider whose program is built on a single conviction: that lasting success in the ring is earned through disciplined horsemanship, not shortcuts. Laura works with a select group of dedicated riders, refining a solid foundation into the polished, instinctive execution that wins under pressure.

Every rider is coached individually. Laura studies the partnership between horse and athlete, sharpens the details that separate good rounds from winning ones, and builds the composure to perform when it counts. Progress here is deliberate, measured, and built to last.

  • Individualized, results-driven coaching
  • Excellence in horsemanship and competition
  • A long-term commitment to rider development

Who It's For

A program built for riders pursuing excellence.

Knoll View Farms is a focused, competitive training environment. To protect the quality of coaching, acceptance is selective — the program is designed for riders ready to meet a high standard.

This program is for

  • Riders with an established foundation in the saddle
  • Competitive hunter/jumper athletes
  • Motivated students seeking serious advancement
  • Those ready for high standards and focused coaching

It's not the right fit for

  • Riders new to the sport or just beginning
  • Casual or purely recreational riding
  • Students not yet ready for a competitive setting
  • Those seeking occasional, unstructured lessons

Not quite there yet? We respect the path. We're happy to point you toward the right foundation so you can reapply when you're ready.

Training & Services

Coaching, distilled to what matters.

01

Private Training

One-on-one sessions tailored to the rider, the horse, and the goals ahead — the core of the Knoll View approach.

02

Competition Preparation

Show-ring readiness from course strategy to ring craft, building the consistency and nerve to perform.

03

Rider Development

A long-term plan that refines position, feel, and decision-making into instinctive, repeatable execution.

04

Hunter, Jumper & Equitation

Discipline-specific coaching across the divisions, with attention to the standards each ring rewards.

05

Evaluation Lessons

The starting point for every prospective rider — a focused session to assess fit, readiness, and direction.

Begin with an evaluation.

Every partnership starts here. Apply to ride, and we'll determine the right path forward together.

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The Standard

Excellence isn't promised. It's pursued — every ride.

The Knoll View name is held to championship standards. We accept a limited number of riders so each receives the attention real progress demands. What you'll find here is disciplined, personalized coaching and an honest path to competing — and winning — at a higher level.

Selective Limited roster, by application
1:1 Individualized coaching
Ring-Ready Built for competition

Evaluation Lessons

Ready to ride at a higher level?

New riders begin with an evaluation lesson. It helps us understand your foundation, your goals, and your readiness — and helps you experience the Knoll View standard firsthand. Acceptance into the program is based on current skill level, ambition, and commitment.

Apply for an Evaluation Lesson