Lara Burau, Instruction

Lara Burau, Instruction 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,

Midway, KY) and was an Adjunct Professor at Kishwaukee Community College (Equine Degree). Currently, I am working on my Level 1 certifications for Straightness Training with Marjike deJong. When teaching students, all begin work on balancing physically in the saddle, and then we move on to balancing our horses, both physically and mentally.

Crazy busy day but look who I found!!! Awesome day learning, talking to businesses, and catching x-c in between. A beau...
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!

Guess where I am this week???
04/25/2026

Guess where I am this week???

Illinois student - take a moment to wish the Bestest School Horse Blue a happy 26th Birthday!!!
04/16/2026

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

Hello students - time to set our schedules! Are you a NEW student looking for calm, progressive instruction to assist y...
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
When you think you're video two geldings playing "bop it" with your gelding's fly mask ... Only to find you just took ph...
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!

Join us...second Saturdays at Optimal Horse Environment for our Free (to boarders) Ponies & Poles club. We explore how ...
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!

Another beautiful day for Ponies & Poles ! Love to share this with boarders....
01/10/2026

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

Fun is just about to start at our monthly at !
12/13/2025

Fun is just about to start at our monthly at !

The passing of legends...
12/01/2025

The passing of legends...

Charlotte Dujardin pays tribute to her three-time Olympic gold medal-winning horse Valegro, who has been put down.

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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