Winter Haven Equestrian Center

MEET OUR TRAINERS

 

Come and meet our trainers; their experience is beyond compare!  They will develop a program that works for you and your horse/pony.  Our instructors feel that your connection with the animal is what can help you become an educated equestrian.  Understanding the animal, basic horse care and good solid riding skills are what you will first learn when you train at Winter Haven.  “It’s about riding and jumping well, not being pushed into jumping high without knowing all aspects of Equitation first.”  You will always be included in the training process and decisions as you and your horse progress.  Your happiness, safety, and your horse/ponies comfort are our main priority.

 

Bethany Fischetto  
Bethany has been riding for over 20 years and a proud owner since the age of 13. She has been teaching riding lessons and training for over 10 years. She has the ability to take students and/or their mounts from the absolute beginning to the peak of their talent. She thoroughly enjoys what she does and her primary focus is always SAFETY and believes in the philosophy of that the horse comes first. It is always a “Good Effort” no matter what. She has a strong client following in the area and strives to have all of her students become well-rounded independent riders. You will learn everything about a horse, inside and out. She will teach you not only to ride but about horse care, illnesses and barn management.

Horse showing is always a fun and pleasant experience and never stressful. She, herself enjoys showing her current mount Gino in the jumpers and is mastering the art of the hunters on client horses. Her style of riding, teaching and showing reveals her strong sense of tradition; respect for the sport, the horses, the trainers as well as excellent equitation basics. Bethany will pour her heart and soul into making you and your mount the best you can be. She is always available to answer any questions and respond to any concerns. It’s the Winter Haven Way!

 

Erica Burrows

Erica has been riding for 13 years; 11 of which have been spent working closely with Bethany Fischetto. Erica has been training and teaching riding lessons since 2004. She excels in teaching beginners the fundamentals of riding and working to develop that passion for horses into a true appreciation of the tradition and excellence of the sport. She takes great pride in her ability to communicate both the simple and complex concepts of equitation at the beginner and intermediate levels.

Erica graduated from Boston University School of Management with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with majors in Marketing and Organizational Behavior. She works full time at Varonis Systems as a Sales Operation Specialist in NYC. Erica recently married and enjoys spending time with her husband and dog Tchai when she is not working. We proudly welcome Erica to the Winter Haven family and know she will be a valued asset to our growing team and a firm supporter of the Winter Haven Way of education. Erica is available for lessons by appointment and is always reachable to answer any questions you may have.