Showing
We are located only 45 minutes from WEF and 3 hours from HITS. We regularly attend both our local show series and A-rated shows.
Off to a Great Start
Pretty in pink for her leadline debut, Torrie did an amazing job representing Team Martin Downs on Mona at the Twin Rivers Saddle Club Show.
Horsemanship Clinics at the Farm
Bob Faath frequently does Horsemanship Clinics in our covered arena. Student of Tom Curtin and the late Ray Hunt, Faath offers Colt Starting, Restarts, Trail Training, Cow Working, and even Roping Lessons.
Show Barn
Our Show Barn is open for short-term stays such as clinics, seminars, horseshows, vacation boarding, lay-up care, and sale-horse boarding. 26 airy stalls featuring ceiling fans, automatic waterers, corner feeders, fly-spray system, two pairs of washracks, office, two tackrooms, shower and restrooms, and vending machines.
Travel to shows both local and A-rated
We are very proud of our riders' successes at the shows we attend both locally and across the state.
Winston Attends Schacht Clinic in Jupiter
Leah Winston had a great clinic in Jupiter riding 5 horses with Dr. Christian Schacht of Hanover Germany. From MDEC, " Harley" and Amintas Interagro were super-stars and Leah is looking forward to a great season of training and competition with them!
GaWaNi Pony Boy
***THE GAWANI PONY BOY CLINIC HAS BEEN POSTPONED, CHECK BACK FOR NEW DATES *** Horses Teaching People Groundwork Clinic with Internationally Renowned Clinician and Author, GaWaNi Ponyboy to be held at MDEC in the Covered Arena. 12 participants possible to work in 3 "classrooms" (roundpens) while Ponyboy personally instructs and demonstrates his methods and philosophies. This is a 2-day course open to unlimited Auditors. Contact Tara at MDEC (info@martindownsequestriancenter.com) or 772-260-5814 for Stall Reservations/Questions Regarding Facility.
Tom Curtin 2-Day Horsemanship Clinic!
March 27-28, 2010 Tom Curtin will be doing a 2- Day Horsemanship Clinic at MDEC in our covered arena.Creating Balance Between Horse and Rider Through Quality Horsemanship™ Student of the late Ray Hunt, Curtin travels across the country teaching both amateur horse-owners and professional horsemen of all calibers. If you ride, handle, or even just love horses, then you do not want to miss this event. Riders and Auditors welcome. Call Tara for information, stall reservations, and tickets. www.TomCurtin.net
Show Season Begins!
Our Show Team kicked of their season at the Twin Rivers Saddle Club Warm-up Show on October 4th, 2009.
Training
At MDEC we are very fortunate to have the variety of in-house talent for both Dressage, Hunter/Jumpers, and General Horsemanship. Riding instruction and horse-training for all levels, breeds, ages, and aspirations.
Heather Bender Clinic
Heather Bender explains to both rider and audience. Heather Bender's Clinic was a success as both riders and auditor's learned a lot and had fun doing so. It was a pleasantly breezy day made even more enjoyable by the shade of the covered arena and the bustling activity at the farm.
Open Schooling Sessions
Our covered and lit arena is a favorite of our boarders, students, and even our neighbors who come over to ride. This is our favorite amenity for when its dark, raining, or just too sunny out! Ask us about our Arena Memberships for outside riders. Open Schooling Sessions are offered for $15 per session 7 days a week. Call for details.
Interagro Lusitanos
We are excited to have the Interagro Lusitanos return to our facility to prep for their 2010 Lusitano Collection Auction.
Michael Poulin at M.D.E.C.
Michael Poulin will be coming in to teach private sessions monthly. For those interested in riding with him, please contact Heather at 561-596-1519.
Twin Rivers Saddle Club Memories
Not only did she have fun and perform well, she earned some flashy ribbons!With two Grand Champions, A Reserve Champion, and a whole mess of ribbons accompanying some great riding, our Show Season kicked off very well with happy riders, proud parents, and a fun day altogether. Go Team Martin Downs!
Martin Downs Equestrian Center
The Treasure Coast’s exciting new equestrian center is open for business. In addition to the primary offerings of premium boarding, training, and lessons, the Martin Downs Equestrian Center is positioning to become the areas premiere venue for horse-shows both rated and schooling level, weekend festivals, world-class clinics, educational seminars, and even dog shows! Many exciting events are already scheduled and we are eager to add more to the 2009-2010 Calendar.
Perfectly located between the major horse hubs of Ocala and Wellington, the Treasure Coast boasts the whole package of luxurious places to stay which offer: boating, fishing, golf, polo and cultural centers to take advantage of while being mere minutes away from World Class trainers, horses, and equestrian sports. Whether you are in town for the weekend festival, or the prestigious Show Season, let the Martin Downs Equestrian Center offer you and your horses the southern hospitality that comes so naturally to us.
