About Us

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Overview
Lane Clarke - 2004 Grand Prix Rookie of the Year

True Beginner to Grand Prix Show Jumping

Hayden Show Jumping is a full-service show barn addressing the needs of all levels of riders and horses. To address the needs of our beginner riders and young children, we maintain a riding school with a variety of horses and ponies. To meet the needs of our advanced clients, we train all levels of sport horses and riders up to Grand Prix. We have a goal-oriented philosophy and help riders determine and reach their goals.

 

Mickey Hayden, Head Trainer

Mickey Hayden oversees all aspects of the barn including training, care services, shows, lessons, and our levels program. Mickey has been a trainer since 1979 operating out of prestigious California locations such as the Los Angeles Equestrian Center and the Will Rogers Polo and Hunt Club. He has successfully brought his riders to the highest levels of medals, equitation, and show jumping competitions.


Since 1992, Mickey has operated out of the beautiful Nellie Gail Equestrian Center located halfway between Los Angeles and San Diego. He sums his business up this way: “This is more than a business. It is a place for horsemen and their families to come together, excel, and create a fulfilling lifestyle. While excellence is always sought in the sport, it is the people and the horses that matter. We are fortunate to be surrounded by good people and good staff. They make all the difference in the world.”


Mickey has a gift with horses and riders, and he often attracts an audience during his lessons and training sessions. Viewers can always gain insights and inspiration watching the horses and riders overcome their challenges.

 

Horse Show Participation
Hayden Show Jumping regularly participates in numerous “A” shows and county level shows. We have recently added participation in the Orange County Interscholastic Equestrian League (IEL) at the request of our many middle school and high school riders. In addition, we conduct weekend home shows about three times per year. These provide an introduction to showing for our beginners and are good practice for our more experienced riders. They are both practical and fun and even allow non-riders to participate.

 

Nellie Gail Equestrian Center

We are fortunate to be located at the beautiful Nellie Gail Equestrian Center in the Nellie Gail Ranch Community near the 73 tollroad and the 5 freeway. This 96-stall facility has two riding and turnout arenas, one dressage arena, a large covered Euro Walker, two bullpens, two sunning pens, and miles and miles of scenic, well-maintained trails. The Nellie Gail Equestrian Center is a truly peaceful country oasis centrally located in otherwise hectic, south Orange County. For a map and directions go to the “Contact Us” section.