Lara Burau, Instruction

Lara Burau, Instruction

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Lara Burau, Riding Instructor ~ Balanced Riding from Classical Beginnings. Public/private lessons available, as well as training on site.

With 25+ years of experience, my focus and primary background is Classical Dressage up to 4th level. I've had the privilege of studying under such notable trainers as Jessica Starck, Kim Barteau, Enrique Martinez and Jeurgen Helmut. Prior to that, I studied Eventing (under Olympic short-listed rider Cathy Weisschoff) and Hunter/Jumper for many years. I have a BS in Equine Science (Midway College,

Photos from Lara Burau, Instruction's post 04/25/2026

Crazy busy day but look who I found!!! Awesome day learning, talking to businesses, and catching x-c in between. A beautiful day on course...plus homework to share with my students!

Photos from Lara Burau, Instruction's post 04/25/2026

Guess where I am this week???

04/16/2026

Illinois student - take a moment to wish the Bestest School Horse Blue a happy 26th Birthday!!!

03/27/2026

Hello students - time to set our schedules! Are you a NEW student looking for calm, progressive instruction to assist you and your horse in better behavior (under saddle and on the ground) through classical balanced methods? I have a few openings available!

Are you a CURRENT student wanting to set up a consistent lesson time at your facility? Let's discuss when I am at your arena and set that up:
🐴RTR Family ➡️ Wednesday & Saturday mornings, two spots open for late Wednesday evening
🐴OHE Family ➡️Wednesday early afternoon & Friday mornings; three spots open for Saturday early afternoon
🐴 Have your own property? Let's discuss!

03/14/2026
Photos from Lara Burau, Instruction's post 03/13/2026

When you think you're video two geldings playing "bop it" with your gelding's fly mask ... Only to find you just took photos 😑 Happy Friday y'all!

P.s. don't forget to sign up for Ponies & Poles!
March 14th at Optimal Horse Environment Horse Boarding at Picalata Farms and
March 21st at River Trace Ranch!

02/14/2026

Join us...second Saturdays at Optimal Horse Environment for our Free (to boarders) Ponies & Poles club. We explore how poles bring interest, elevation and fun to our riding sessions, while getting to know our fellow boarders better. See you in the arena!

01/10/2026

Another beautiful day for Ponies & Poles ! Love to share this with boarders....

12/13/2025

Fun is just about to start at our monthly at !

11/05/2025

Univ of KY is doing an Equestrian Workplace Survey! To be eligible for the study, participants must live in the U.S., be 18 years or older and currently employed (or have been in the last five years) in a hands-on with horses position at an equine operation, such as general barn help, exercising horses, grooming and/or being a working student or assistant trainer. Participants will be able to provide information for up to three jobs they have held. The survey closes Nov. 21, at 11:59 p.m. EST.

Those who are eligible and interested in participating may access the survey using this link:

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