​​​ Blackstone Stables

Trainers

We would like to introduce you to our fabulous trainers! Ellesse specializes in the english discipline of riding and has been riding, and teaching, for numerous years. She works with you to become a power team that will make all of your equestrian dreams come true! She takes her students to MHJA shows throughout the show season, as well as occasionally take her students to the World Equestrian Center in Wilmington, OH to further their competitive edge. Ellesse is very knowledgeable in anything and everything that has to do with horses and is happy to answer any questions that may come up during lessons or training. Rileigh specializes in the Western disciplines of riding and has been riding and teaching for 15+ years! Rileigh is able to train both the horse and the rider to reach their full potential. She takes her students to local open shows, MBRA, and NBHA! Between these 2 wonderful ladies, all of your equestrian dreams are no longer such a far reach! We are so happy to be able to have such experienced, knowledgeable, and patient trainers so that we can offer the best services possible to all of our clients. 

Ellesse Schwartz

Rileigh Landis is passionate about training horses and riders. She has the ability to work with all types of horses, including horses with behavior problems, and colt starting. Rileigh takes great satisfaction in helping horses and riders fulfill their potential. At age 10, she tried barrel racing for the first time and fell in love. Rileigh has participated and competed in many horse sports ranging from jumping to western pleasure to showmanship, and beyond. She is proud to be a well-rounded equestrian. Rileigh is eager to share her knowledge, skills, and love of riding horses at Blackstone Stables.

Ellesse Schwartz has been successfully teaching young riders for over 15 years and has been riding for over 30 years. Her first pony "Sprite" taught her everything, and that sparked her love of horses. She specializes in teaching the fundamentals of riding and horsemanship. Ellesse has trained many accomplished riders and is loved immensely in the horse community for all of her generosity as a professional. Ellesse is also known for her specialty horse sales and her keen eye for buying and selling quality horses. Many of her students have gone on to become successful adults in all areas. She received her Bachelors Degree at Wayne State University. Ellesse also has three kids of her own, who are all very eager to get into the saddle, Charlee, Chase, and Baylee.

Rileigh Landis