Our Story
Kelsey's passion for horses began at an early age when her mother signed her up for a riding day camp. From that week on, her love for horses grew rapidly. After years of riding and competing through childhood, Kelsey attended college with intentions to follow her dream of becoming a horse trainer. After graduating from A&M, she returned to Dallas and jumped into the world of business while horses just remained a hobby. It wasn't until she met Amy, who owned a small barn right outside of Dallas, that her dream turned into a reality. After teaching Amy, her 2 daughters, and a few boarders, Kelsey began teaching and training more as word got out. From a few students in 2013 to a full barn of horses, students, and a busy show team, Kelsey's passion quickly became a full time job. In 2024, Kelsey, along with her 2 fantastic assistant trainers, decided to relocate the growing business to a bigger facility across the metroplex. The team is incredibly excited for a new chapter at their beautiful new facility in Blue Ridge, TX.
Kelsey Marcus
Kelsey has been riding horses since she was little, competing in the local hunter jumper circuits, "A" circuit, and showing horses at AQHA shows throughout Texas. After graduating from Texas A&M with a Bachelor's in Agricultural Business, she began training riders and horses, instilling in them a dressage background as a foundation for successful jumping.
Kelsey has extensive experience training a multitude of horses and has developed a passion for "complicated rides." She has coached many riders, instilling in them a sense of confidence and love of horses, and led them to win countless awards in competition. More than anything, Kelsey loves sharing her passion with others and passing on her extensive knowledge to future generations of riders.
Ariel Tokar
Ariel has enjoyed being part of the Equine industry for more than 20 years. She grew up competing in the local Hunter jumper circuits, and enjoyed every minute spent with horses and the people who love them.
Starting with a foundation formed in Pony Club, Ariel has had the opportunity to participate in many different disciplines of the industry, including: H/J, dressage, eventing, foxhunting, Polo, and Stock horse events.
Ariel graduated from Texas A&M with an Agriculture Leadership and Development bachelor of science with an equine emphasis. She furthered her hands-on education by traveling to the East Coast to train under multiple trainers.
Ariel returned to Texas in 2014 to begin her training career and become the host of an equine TV show, Wild About Barns. Care for the animal, rider safety, and proper training are important elements of her teaching style. She believes attention to detail, along with having fun, should be part of her students’ enjoyment of these amazing animals and sport.
Sunday McClung
Sunday began riding at the age of 7. From that first day on the back of a horse she was completely hooked and would spend the next 20+ years pursuing her passion in the equestrian world. She got her start in the hunter/jumpers & would eventually participate in eventing throughout her teenage years where she became a working student & spent almost every day riding, training & learning the ins and outs of starting green horses and teaching them to jump. Sunday graduated from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science in 2014 & in 2019 she became an assistant trainer at Cedar Haven Stables teaching all ages & levels of riders along with competing & coaching students on the local hunter/jumper circuit. After relocating to Joplin, MO in 2022 for her husband’s work, Sunday opened & successfully ran a small lesson program & show team for 3 years before moving back to Texas in 2025 & rejoining Noma Show Stables. Sunday looks forward to using her background as a well rounded equestrian to help students learn at their pace and become confident, capable riders. She prides herself in her unique ability to tailor her teaching style to each individual riders needs & strives to maintain a positive, fun learning environment for every equestrian.