Johnson Equestrian Center

06/05/2026

👀 Want to see what the judge sees?

Join us tomorrow, Saturday, June 6th from 11:00 AM–1:00 PM, at Johnson Equestrian Center for the Mark Aplin Judge's Perspective Clinic Auditing Session!

This is a unique opportunity to learn directly from Mark Aplin as he provides live, real-time feedback on riders participating in mock flat and jumping classes. Listen as he explains:
✨ What catches a judge's eye
✨ How classes are scored and placed
✨ Common mistakes that affect results
✨ Tips to improve your performance in the show ring

Whether you're a rider, parent, trainer, or horse show enthusiast, auditing is an incredible way to gain valuable insight and sharpen your competitive edge for the summer show season and beyond.

📅 Saturday, June 6
⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Johnson Equestrian Center – Countryside, IL
💲 $25 Auditor Fee

🎟️ Riders competing in Sunday's show receive complimentary auditing admission.

Come watch, learn, and gain a judge's perspective that can help elevate your next ride!

Reserve Your Spot Today: https://johnson-equestrian-properties.square.site/product/mark-aplin-audit-ticket/IEKICZUWJMZRQZY4GAVSTGQX?cp=true&sa=false&sbp=false&q=false&category_id=3

06/01/2026

🐴✨ JOIN US AT JOHNSON EQUESTRIAN CENTER FOR AN EXCITING ILLINOIS SUMMER HUNTER JUMPER CIRCUIT SHOW THIS SUNDAY, JUNE 7TH AND MARK APLIN CLINIC SATURDAY, JUNE 6TH ✨🐴

📍 Countryside, IL — conveniently located right off I-55 & 294

🎉 UPCOMING EVENTS 🎉

👀 Mark Aplin Judge’s Perspective Clinic
📅 Saturday, June 6th
Gain valuable insight into how judges evaluate hunter and equitation rounds during this unique educational clinic with Mark Aplin! Riders, parents, trainers, and auditors alike will have the opportunity to learn more about scoring, presentation, strategy, and what truly stands out in the show ring. Auditing spots are available as well!
📩 Enter online at https://johnson-equestrian-properties.square.site/shop/clinics/3?page=1&limit=30&sort_by=category_order&sort_order=asc

🌟 Illinois Summer Hunter/Jumper Circuit Show

📅 Sunday, June 7th
We’re excited to host the Illinois Summer Hunter/Jumper Circuit at JEC this Sunday featuring hunter, jumper, equitation, derby, and medal opportunities for riders of all ages and levels. Don’t forget to sign up for your ISHJC membership to earn year-end points and awards!

-Ribbons till 6th Place
-Prizes for Reserve and Champion for all Divisions
-Fun Prizes for Specialty Bold Classes
-Pizza 750 Food Truck on Site with Fresh Woodfire Pizzas
-Coffee Stand
-Secure Permanent Stalls- must reserve ahead of time
-Free Day of Haul Ins
-Welcoming to All Levels

📩 Enter online at https://horsespot.net/shows/da8bc164-ee74-4bf7-1b8d-08dea00c0ca4

Sign up today through our new online membership portal:
🔗 https://horsespot.net/ishjcorg/o

🐎💙

05/29/2026

We can’t wait to see everyone this weekend for our JEC Summer Schooling Series Horse Show! Safe travels to all!

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05/22/2026

It may be the start of a long holiday weekend, but don't forget to submit your entries and stalls this weekend for the JEC Summer Schooling Series Horse Show on May 30th & 31st before time runs out!

We can't wait to see everyone there!

Enter Here⏰ https://horsespot.net/shows/6628686e-a1b6-492a-2adc-08de9715d5f5?fbclid=IwY2xjawR9m7VleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFJWmpSSTdCQkF1azNmenoyc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHk4Igxdhxk-DnWhM9VeWk-3ia5V6F75QPiEViVzuphJLVaCeYeoDCktdBeLZ_aem_y0xADILmlHAEt_OUNgh2EQ

05/14/2026

🐴✨ JOIN US AT JOHNSON EQUESTRIAN CENTER FOR AN EXCITING FEW WEEKS OF SHOWS, LEARNING, AND SUMMER FUN! ✨🐴

From horse shows to educational clinics and year-end award opportunities, we are looking forward to welcoming riders, trainers, parents, and spectators to Johnson Equestrian Center for three fantastic upcoming events this summer! Whether you’re looking to compete, gain experience, learn from top professionals, or simply enjoy a welcoming horse show atmosphere, there’s something for everyone at JEC. 🌟

📍 Countryside, IL — conveniently located right off I-55 & 294

🎉 UPCOMING EVENTS 🎉

🏆 JEC Summer Schooling Series Horse Show
📅 May 30th & 31st
⏰ Entries & stalls due by May 25th

Join us for a fun, affordable, and welcoming weekend of competition for riders of all levels!

✨ What to Expect:
• Leadline through Mini Prix Jumpers
• Beginner through advanced hunter, equitation & jumper classes
• $500 Non-Pro Hunter Derby
• $500 Gambler’s Choice (open to pros!)
• $100 Classics in multiple divisions
• Mini Medal & Medal classes
• Opportunities to earn year-end points & awards

✨ NEW for this show:
JEC will also be offering a 2’ Puddle Jumpers Division — one class Saturday, one class Sunday, plus a Classic Round! (Puddle Jumper points will not count toward year-end awards.)

📩 Enter online at https://horsespot.net/shows/6628686e-a1b6-492a-2adc-08de9715d5f5

👀 Mark Aplin Judge’s Perspective Clinic
📅 Saturday, June 6th

Gain valuable insight into how judges evaluate hunter and equitation rounds during this unique educational clinic with Mark Aplin! Riders, parents, trainers, and auditors alike will have the opportunity to learn more about scoring, presentation, strategy, and what truly stands out in the show ring. Auditing spots are available as well!

📩 Enter online at https://johnson-equestrian-properties.square.site/shop/clinics/3?page=1&limit=30&sort_by=category_order&sort_order=asc

🌟 Illinois Summer Hunter/Jumper Circuit Show
📅 Sunday, June 7th

We’re excited to host the Illinois Summer Hunter/Jumper Circuit at JEC this summer featuring hunter, jumper, equitation, derby, and medal opportunities for riders of all ages and levels. Don’t forget to sign up for your ISHJC membership to earn year-end points and awards!

📩 Enter online at https://horsespot.net/shows/da8bc164-ee74-4bf7-1b8d-08dea00c0ca4

Sign up today through our new online membership portal:
🔗 https://horsespot.net/ishjcorg/o

We can’t wait to kick off the summer season with all of you and look forward to an amazing few weeks at Johnson Equestrian Center! 🐎💙

04/23/2026

We’re looking forward to our upcoming Summer Schooling Series horse show at Johnson Equestrian Center! Join us for a fun, affordable, and welcoming weekend of competition for riders of all levels 🐎✨

📅 Show Date: May 30th and 31st
⏰ Entries & stalls due by May 25th
📍 Hosted at Johnson Equestrian Center – Countryside, IL (Right off I-55 and 294)

✨ What to expect:
• Leadline through Mini Prix Jumpers
• Beginner through advanced hunter, equitation & jumper classes
• $500 Non-Pro Hunter Derby
• $500 Gambler’s Choice (open to pros!)
• $100 Classics offered in multiple divisions
• Mini Medal & Medal classes
• Opportunities for riders to earn year-end points & awards

✨ In Addition to the below schedule JEC will be offering a 2 foot Puddle Jumpers Division- 1 class on Saturday and 1 class on Sunday as well as the Classic Round. Points for Puddle Jumpers will not count towards year end points.

💰 Affordable Pricing:
• Classes starting at $25
• Classics $30
• Derby & Gamblers Choice $45
• Warm-up classes available

🏆 Year-End Banquet
Join us in November as we celebrate our series champions with awards and prizes!

📩 Enter online: HorseSpot.net

Come enjoy a laid-back, competitive atmosphere where riders can grow, learn, and have fun in the ring. We can’t wait to see you there! 🌟

04/12/2026

We had a wonderful time at last night's IEA Banquet celebrating another successful IEA season!

Our Futures Team placed 3rd and our Upper School Team placed 5th in Region 10!

Congratulations and looking forward to next season!

04/02/2026

For Sale:

Freshman SPF

This stunning, dark bay Zwiebrucker gelding is a 22yo dressage horse who is schooling second level and is equipped with 3 comfortable gaits. He was purchased as a lease horse,
and was on lease for an extended period with an avid dressage rider. Now that his lease has concluded with his lessee, we have kept him on a routine maintenance program so that he can perform at his best for his new home.

Freshman has a great personality and mind, is willing to work, listens to cues well, and is a great mover. He would do the best with a strong, developed rider, however, he is amateur friendly if you are confident in the saddle. He would be a great fit in IDCTA, the USEF circuit, or with a dressage rider who can appreciate and refine his talents.

Included are schooling videos as well as his pedigree information. He is for sale in the mid-4 price range, but we are open to negotiation. Serious inquiries or arrangements for a trial
ride can be directed to: [email protected]

Pedigree: https://sporthorse-data.com/pedigree/freshman-spf

YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=shared&v=A1l8rXOBcGs

Send a message to learn more

03/20/2026

Congratulations Taylor on advancing into IEA NATIONALS in St. Louis!!

02/17/2026

🌿🐴 Save the Dates at Johnson Equestrian Center! 🐴🌿

Exciting things are happening at Johnson Equestrian Center in Countryside, IL! Mark your calendars for an incredible season of horse shows and top-notch clinics — we can’t wait to see you!

🎉 Upcoming Horse Shows

📅 May 30–31 – Summer Series
📅 June 7 – Illinois Summer Hunter Jumper Circuit
📅 July 19 – Illinois Dressage & Combined Training Association
📅 August 2 – Illinois Dressage & Combined Training Association
📅 August 16 – Illinois Summer Hunter Jumper Circuit

🌟 Upcoming Clinics

📅 March 7–9 – Jim Graham Clinic
📅 May 29 – Mark Aplin
📅 July 25–27 – Jim Graham
📅 October 10–12 – Jim Graham

⭐ JIM GRAHAM CLINIC – MARCH 7–9 ⭐

We are honored to host Jim Graham for a 2-day Progressive Jumping Clinic and Dressage Privates!

🐎 2 Day Progressive Jumping Clinic (March 7–8)

• Four height groups offered (Up to 2'3", 2'3"–2'9", 3' and above)
• 1.5-hour sessions (max 4 riders per group)
• $465 per rider

🐎 Dressage Privates (March 9)

• 1 hour sessions
• $200 per rider

Additional Details:

• Stabling: $50 for the weekend (bedded stalls)
• Auditors: $25/day or $40/weekend (one auditor/groom free per rider)
• 📌 Closing Date: March 1st

This is a fantastic opportunity to ride with a highly respected clinician in show jumping, dressage, and eventing. Spots are limited and expected to fill quickly!

Reserve Your Spot Here: https://johnson-equestrian-properties.square.site/shop/clinics/3?page=1&limit=30&sort_by=category_order&sort_order=asc

📍 10101 5th Avenue Cutoff
Countryside, IL 60525

Tag your barn friends, share the dates, and start planning your 2026 season with us! 🐎✨