Horseback Riding in Woodstock, Illinois (Mchenry County)

Looking for a Proven Horse Trainer or Riding Instructor? One Who Builds Confidence in Riders & Brings Out the Best in Every Horse?
Meet Above the Rails—Now Accepting New Clients at Rocking L Equine!

Whether you’re looking to build your confidence in the saddle, start your green horse the right way, or finally get help with that “problem horse” no one else could reach—Above the Rails is here, and she’s raising the standard.

Trainer Spotlight:
With over 7 years of hands-on experience working with everything from fresh colts to difficult horses, and from first-time riders to competitive youth and adults, Above the Rails is more than a business—it’s a mission.

Meet the woman behind the reins:
Karli Atheron
Took undergrad classes at the prestigious William Woods University, she holds expericance in both Equine Science and Equine-Assisted Therapy. That means she doesn’t just teach how to ride—she understands the psychology of the horse, the heart of the rider, and how to bring them together in harmony.

Karli’s experience speaks volumes:
• Equine Therapy Center: Spent a year training therapy horses for a therapeutic riding program designed to connect people and horses in powerful ways.
• Soaring Eagle Stables: Taught over 30 lessons a week for 3 years—developing strong riders, happy horses, and a lesson program that’s still talked about today.
• Horse Training: From colt starting to finishing, she’s helped horses of all ages and disciplines become calm, confident, and responsive partners. If you’ve got a horse who’s green, hot, sour, or unsure—this is the trainer you’ve been searching for.

Services Offered:
• Colt Starting
• Problem Solving & Behavior Rehab
• Tune-ups & Finishing
• Riding Lessons (Beginner to Advanced)
• Youth & Adult Confidence Building
• Customized Training Plans
• Groundwork & Horsemanship Foundations

Why Clients Love Karli
• Calm. Clear. Compassionate.
• Builds trust with horse and rider.
• Teaches in a way that makes sense.
• Gets results without shortcuts or gimmicks.
• Fully insured. Safe. Professional. Proven.

Located at Rocking L Equine in Seneca, IL
Come train in a facility that shares your high standards. Beautiful arenas, friendly community, and a positive, no-drama atmosphere.

Limited Training & Lesson Spots Now Available
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Burny has 20+ years providing English instruction from beginners thru experienced riders who compete. Burny has experience riding and coaching at Eventing (USEA events and mini events)for past 9 years and previously competed and coached at IHJA B shows and Hunter Jumper Schooling shows.
Burny works out of her boarding facility, Spruce Lake Farm,
in Peotone Illinois. Burny is also very active in Pony Club
and Hearts and Hooves Pony Club works out of her barn.
Please call to see if Burny can help you and your horse improve your skills. Limited number of ponies and horses available for lessons, lease.... See More