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Phone: 417-522-8414
Phone: 417-522-8414
Email: Amanda@HopeAcresLLC.com
Email: Amanda@HopeAcresLLC.com
Facebook/Instagram: @HopeAcresLLC
Facebook/Instagram: @HopeAcresLLC
9927 West Farm Road 60, Walnut Grove MO 65770
9927 West Farm Road 60, Walnut Grove MO 65770
"That is why we labor and strive, because we have put our hope in the living God, who is the Savior of all people, and especially of those who believe." (1 Timothy 4:10)
"That is why we labor and strive, because we have put our hope in the living God, who is the Savior of all people, and especially of those who believe." (1 Timothy 4:10)
This is the philosophy and mission of Hope Acres. We work to teach, train, and care for our horses and clients with the love of Jesus.
This is the philosophy and mission of Hope Acres. We work to teach, train, and care for our horses and clients with the love of Jesus.
Hope Acres is an equine facility specializing in Hunter/Jumper training at all levels. We are located between Ash Grove and Willard, Missouri. The riding instructor/owner/barn manager is professional, Amanda Houp.
Amanda started riding when she was 10 years old, beginning on the stalwart and reliable lesson horse, Annie. In the twelve years following, she rode and trained her personal horses--King Cole, a Trakehner, and Battle, an ex-racing Thoroughbred.
She was fortunate enough to be trained by the accomplished trainer and Grand Prix rider, Brandie Holloway at Equiventure Farm. Amanda and her horses were successful in the hunter and jumper rings, showing up to 3'9" at ‘A’ circuit shows from Estes Park, Tulsa, and St. Louis.
After high school, she earned a degree in Equestrian Science from William Woods University. There she rode Hunter/Jumper, Dressage, and Saddle Seat, experiencing a variety of horses including Quarter Horses, Morgans, Warmbloods, Saddlebreds and Friesians. At Williams Woods she took 4 years of course study on riding instruction, horse training, barn management, and even helped develop and run the first Missouri Equestrian Special Olympics. There she trained primarily under the tutelage of the renowned Linda Parkhurst.
Amanda uses her background as an experienced equestrian, along with her extensive teaching knowledge to help students learn and achieve their riding goals.
Amanda is married to Austin, the CFO and co-owner. They both work at Hope Acres as well the Ash Grove School District. They have two young sons, Eli and Ezra, who love to spend time on the tractor and around the horses.
Amanda is married to Austin, the CFO and co-owner. They both work at Hope Acres as well the Ash Grove School District. They have two young sons, Eli and Ezra, who love to spend time on the tractor and around the horses.
Family, faith, and community are central to their lives.
Family, faith, and community are central to their lives.
A note from Austin and Amanda:
A note from Austin and Amanda:
Thanks so much for checking out Hope Acres! It's a blessing to be able to serve the community through horses. We know from experience that horses can teach amazing lessons of hope, dedication, and teamwork. We look forward to working with you and your family!
Thanks so much for checking out Hope Acres! It's a blessing to be able to serve the community through horses. We know from experience that horses can teach amazing lessons of hope, dedication, and teamwork. We look forward to working with you and your family!
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