Premier Equestrian Facility

RPF Sporthorses

Premier Equestrian Training in Raeford, NC

Why Ride With Us

Excellence in Every Stride

Expert Trainers

Certified trainers with years of competition and teaching experience.

Quality Horses

Well-schooled, kind lesson horses suited to every level of rider.

Flexible Scheduling

Book 30 or 60 minute lessons online, seven days a week.

All Levels Welcome

From first-time riders to seasoned competitors — start where you are.

Our Story

RPFSportHorses is a small family-owned business two miles from the Carolina Horse Park in Raeford, NC. Kelly and Courtney live on the property to ensure safety and have surveillance of the horses at all times. We manage a small, yet successful show team in the rated dressage, eventing, breed shows, and small schooling shows for young horses and riders that are just getting started. Many of our clients and their horses show toward the North Carolina Dressage and Combined Training Year-End Awards. Each year the clients are asked to make goals and we strive to make the goals a reality. We also have our lesson horses active in the showing to keep their skills sharp for the students. Our group of clients are kind, generous, and terrific sports all year long as they truly enjoy the sport.

Whether your goal is a first canter, a blue ribbon, or simply time spent around horses, our team will meet you there.

Life at the Barn

Moments Worth Sharing

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Upcoming Events

Aug10

ShowAugust 10, 2026

Schooling Show

Main Arena

An in-house schooling show — a relaxed first outing for horses and riders of every level.

Aug24

ClinicAugust 24, 2026 – August 25, 2026

Dressage Clinic

RPF Sporthorses — Covered Arena

Two-day clinic with a visiting instructor. Auditors welcome.

Sep7

CampSeptember 7, 2026 – September 11, 2026

Summer Riding Camp

RPF Sporthorses

A week of riding, horsemanship, and barn fun for junior riders.

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Kind Words

What Riders Say

“When Raz and I arrived at RPF Sporthorses, my mare was struggling, a weak hind end, visibly sore, and clearly uncomfortable. Kelly and Courtney didn't rush to a quick fix. They went back to basics, patiently teaching Raz how to use her body correctly and rebuilding her strength from the ground up. Watching her transformation has been incredible. She's not just pain-free, she's a stronger, more confident horse. And along the way, they are making me a better rider too. I'm so grateful to be part of this barn family. RPF isn't just a facility; it's a place where horses and riders truly thrive.”

Jasmine Ryan

Owner or Raz / Adult Amateur Rider

“Kelly and CJ have taken my baby from the beginning, breaking her and teaching her to trust humans. They have done a wonderful job and Lena will be going to her first horse show next month, we are very excited and thankful to them. Not only do they train but they also care for her like she is one of theirs. I would recommend this duo to all, they are professional,caring and great at what they do”

Sherry Roberge

Owner of Javalena / Adult Amateur Rider

“As I order pictures I am reflecting on 2021 Sporthorse nationals. It was a special one for sure ! I mean how often do mother and daughter BOTH win national championships. Anybody that knows Madison and me knows we do a lot of arguing and fussing with each other at horseshows.We really do love each other though! This was also special because both horses have had issues that sidelined them in the past. Mercury has been to the vet school with his peculiar ailments so often they know him by name. Austin had a suspensory issue that caused him to miss two years in the show ring. I hand walked him twice a day for a year during his recovery. Then six weeks before nationals he was diagnosed with ulcers. We thankfully got through that with plenty of gastroguard! Special thanks to Kelly Thrasher Bauer and her daughter Courtney for taking them the month before Nationals to work the kinks out and get them in great shape for the week long show. Madison and I are so lucky to have these horses in our lives and be able to show them at this level”

Winston Dwyer

Owner of Austin

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