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Stephanie Lynn

Summer Boot Camp for Riders with Judge Stephanie Lynn

Stephanie Lynn - July 10, 2014

“Welcome to Boot Camp” Nancy Perlich (Kenway) said to her friend Megan Merrill (Miller) as she arrived at Solano Ranch in 1994. Nancy had been the first of my girls to arrive. With her horse living 2000 miles away from Nancy’s Lethbridge, Alberta home, I was anxious for her to get back in the saddle, on her show horse and in shape for the coming events.

Being Gracious Leads to Success with AQHA Judge Stephanie Lynn

Stephanie Lynn - June 20, 2014

The dictionary defines graciousness as being characterized by showing kindness or courtesy. It uses words like merciful, compassionate, elegance or ease, fortunate and happy, pleasant and kind. Gracious people are cordial, courteous and caring. Gracious people are grateful people.

Taking Responsibility with AQHA Judge Stephanie Lynn

Stephanie Lynn - June 11, 2014

If you ever want to get ahead in life or in the show ring, you must learn to take responsibility for what happens. You are in the driver’s seat, not your trainer. And while your trainer has tremendous affect on your outcome, ultimately it is you who controls your destiny.

Five Key Elements of a Great Outfit with Judge Stephanie Lynn

Stephanie Lynn - June 4, 2014

Everyone knows horse showing is all about the clothes, right? Well, maybe not. But you cannot ignore the importance of a great outfit. Not only do you feel confident when you know you look good but a great outfit sends a winning message to the judges too. And while everyone defines a great outfit differently, there are some key elements that comprise every great outfit.

First Be Correct with AQHA Judge Stephanie Lynn

Stephanie Lynn - May 30, 2014

If you read earlier chapters in this series, you will remember that I had to pay tuition for college because I chose to quit school when my parents had been willing to pay for it. Instead, I chose to work for a horse trainer. Eventually, I paid for university by training horses, giving riding lessons and going to horse shows.

Digging in with AQHA Judge Stephanie Lynn

Stephanie Lynn - May 17, 2014

Get your heels down. You have heard those words a thousand times before and will continue to hear them as long as you are a student of horsemanship. Your heel is your base, the lowest point of your foundation – that upon which everything else is built. When your horse comes to a screeching halt in fear of the flapping flags, better have your heels down.

Trends in Hunt Seat Fashion with AQHA Judge Stephanie Lynn

Stephanie Lynn - May 12, 2014

Fashion trends in hunt clothes – isn’t that an oxymoron? English riding, in general, is known for its strict adherence to tradition, especially in attire - dark coats, tall black boots, crisp white shirts and black velvet covered hats. It has been the same for years. It is in part, one of the draws to English riding – the clothes never go out of style.

Interpreting Patterns with AQHA Judge Stephanie Lynn

Stephanie Lynn - May 5, 2014

Patterns over the years have become increasingly sophisticated, especially with the advent of computer generated drawings. Yet patterns still leave much interpretation to the reader. There was a time not too long ago that patterns were hand drawn by the judge sometimes after he or she arrived at the horse show.

Chin Up with AQHA Judge Stephanie Lynn

Stephanie Lynn - April 28, 2014

Keep your chin up! Literally and figuratively riders need to keep their chin up. Judges can tell an exhibitor’s demeanor from the slant of the rider’s head. Confident riders look ahead. Insecure riders often look down frequently or focus on the horse’s head. The eyes forewarn the judge of corrections just made or convey the concern for danger ahead.

Top 10 Traits Leaders Possess with AQHA Judge Stephanie Lynn

Stephanie Lynn - April 23, 2014

Leaders spy opportunity where others see obstacles. They plow ahead and pull themselves up by their bootstraps. They share traits that make them leaders in their fields, winners in their circle. Check out these Top 10 principles from AQHA Judge Stephanie Lynn that leaders prescribe to for success.

Showing Up Early with AQHA Judge Stephanie Lynn

Stephanie Lynn - April 11, 2014

I love it when a student says they just didn’t have time to practice showmanship or ride without stirrups or to go to the gym. Next thing out of their mouth is usually something about the latest Bachelorette episode, a funny picture someone posted on Facebook, how long the line was at Starbucks or the great movie they saw with friends over the weekend.

AQHA Judge Stephanie Lynn Discusses How to Perform Hand Gallop

Stephanie Lynn - April 3, 2014

AQHA takes pride in making their World Championship Show be the platform for adherence to the current rules. The show is a trend setter. Winners at the AQHA World Championship Show are often imitated by trainers and exhibitors throughout the country increasing the importance of the event.

AQHA Judge Stephanie Lynn Discusses the Hand Gallop Controversy

Stephanie Lynn - March 27, 2014

As one of the judges at the 2013 AQHA World Championship Show, I had an arena center view of all three hunter under saddle classes offered at the show. Both a lengthening of stride and a hand gallop was called for in the finals of the Junior and Senior Hunter Under Saddle classes. This additional gait call created apprehension in some exhibitors, delight in spectators and anger in others.

Why Doing Your Homework Pays Off with AQHA Judge Stephanie Lynn

Stephanie Lynn - March 15, 2014

In 1982, I quit school at the University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire and went to work for Lynn Palm. Two years of undergraduate classes yielded passing grades but certainly less than stellar marks. My heart was just not that into it. Riding horses consumed my every thought leaving little time for reading textbooks or class preparation.

Stephanie Lynn Reports from AQHA Convention

Stephanie Lynn - March 10, 2014

The AQHA annual convention, this year held in New Orleans, stirs passion from its members as they wade through the agendas of various committees. Topics that created a stir this year ranged from adding a new hunter under saddle class to changing the age of the select division. Emotions run high on many issues as they rightfully should. Members attend the convention at their own expense, evidence of their passion for the industry.

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