Meet Our Trainers
David Macmillan
Grand Prix Dressage Trainer | Clinician
David is a USDF Bronze, Silver, and Gold Medalist & an accomplished Grand Prix dressage rider & trainer. He is known for developing horses and riders through a structured and classical approach. His international experience and proven record of training horses to the highest levels make him one.. more about David
Andrea Adkins
Head Dressage Trainer
Andrea Adkins is a USDF Bronze and Silver Medalist with distinction and a highly accomplished dressage professional with experience spanning Training Level through FEI. She competed at the 2018 USDF National Championships..... more about Andrea
Emily Roy
Dressage Instructor & Trainer | Head of Riding School & Lessons Program
Emily Roy is the not only the head of our riding school and lesson program but also and amazing dressage instructor and trainer. She is a huge asset to White Fences Equestrian Center in Austin, Texas.…more about Emily
Nori Cain
Dressage Instructor
Nori Cain serves as a versatile and compassionate instructor within the White Fences Training Program and foundational Dressage. Known for her calm, patient teaching style, Nori supports riders of all ages and skill levels .…more about Nori
Ryan Moore
H/J and Dressage Instructor
Ryan Moore brings a lifelong passion for horses and a deep commitment to equestrian excellence to White Fences Equestrian Center. She brings a lifelong passion for horses and a deep commitment to equestrian excellence..…more about Ryan
More Than Horses: Our Barn Family
Jason Owston | Best Farrier in Austin, Texas
Farrier, CJF
With more than 25 years of professional hoofcare experience, Jason has dedicated his career to the soundness, comfort, and performance of the horses he serves. For over two years, Jason has been an invaluable part of the White Fences team, caring for our horses with exceptional attention to detail and unwavering reliability.
He works seamlessly with our local veterinarians, ensuring each horse receives coordinated, top-level care. Thanks to his depth of knowledge, craftsmanship, and commitment to excellence, our horses are consistently done on time and always given the thoughtful, individualized hoofcare they deserve.....more about Jason
🐾 Braveheart: Chief Mouser & Midnight Patrol
Don’t let the soft grey coat fool you, Braveheart lives up to his name. As the fearless guardian of feed rooms and quiet tack spaces, this barn cat takes his role seriously. He patrols the grounds like clockwork, ensuring no mouse or misplaced hay string goes unnoticed. Often found napping in sunbeams or supervising from a very comfortable position, Braveheart is both a stoic presence and an unexpected comfort to horses and humans alike. Whether he's greeting client or sharing a quiet moment with a nervous rider, Braveheart is as much a part of the White Fences team as any trainer or hoof trimmer.
- Specialty: Rodent control, barn morale, silent judgment
- Favorite spot: Any table, any chair
- Years of service: Eight years of being in in charge
🐾 Carpet: Lead Supervisor & Sunbeam Strategist
With eight years of loyal barn service, Carpet is the undisputed leader of White Fences. Known for his laid-back vibe and uncanny ability to appear exactly where you don’t expect him, Carpet has mastered the art of being both elusive and ever-present. He earned his name from his early habit of sprawling luxuriously across aisleways, daring anyone (horse or human) to step around him. From calming new horses with his quiet presence to casually inspecting farrier work, Carpet keeps a close eye on everything, from ground level, of course.
- Specialty: Aisle napping, quality control, quiet companionship
- Favorite spot: Wherever hay meets sunshine
- Years of service: 8 and still clocking in
Our School Horses: The Heart (and wisdom) of White Fences
Every great rider starts with a great teacher and at White Fences Equestrian Center in Austin, ours just happen to have four legs, big hearts, and an uncanny talent for making us laugh and feel cherished. From confidence-building trot masters to treat-detecting professionals, our school horses help riders of all levels learn and grow with patience, wisdom, and the occasional side-eye when someone forgets their carrot tax.
These beloved partners do more than teach the basics of horseback riding. They help riders discover bravery, balance, and joy in the saddle, one ride at a time. We’re also proud to be home to a seasoned FEI-level schoolmaster, the ultimate professor of dressage. With his deep well of experience and generous spirit, he gives riders the rare opportunity to feel advanced movements while teaching with patience, precision, and just a hint of noble pride. He’s the horse who turns “I could never do that” into “I can’t believe I just did that.”