Private Lesson:
- on a horse of your own
- at a mutually agreed-upon time
- in Wellington, Florida
- this season or next
Missy Clark is a distinguished American equestrian trainer and rider, renowned for her significant contributions to the show jumping and equitation disciplines.
Key Achievements:
- Early Life and Education:
- Introduced to horses by her mother, Doris Hall Clark, a well-rounded horsewoman.
- Began training as a junior rider under Chuck Graham, a notable horseman from Buffalo, NY.
- Earned a bachelor’s degree in environmental science from New England College.
- Professional Career:
- Founded North Run, a premier training facility with locations in Warren, Vermont, and Wellington, Florida.
- Trained over a dozen riders who have represented their countries in Nations Cup competitions, including Sheila Burke, Charlie Jayne, Michael Hughes, and Darragh Kenny.
- Her students have secured a combined total of 65 National Equitation Championships and Reserve titles.
- Industry Leadership:
- Serves on the Board of Directors for the North American Riders Group (NARG).
- Active member of multiple committees within the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) and the United States Hunter Jumper Association (USHJA).
- Philanthropy:
- Supports various nonprofits, including the Kevin Babington Foundation, the Philadelphia Urban Riding Academy, and Danny and Ron’s Rescue.
Missy Clark’s dedication to equestrian excellence and her influential role as a trainer and mentor have left an indelible mark on the equestrian community.