Elevate Your Riding

Owner of Bradie Rose Farms, Alexandra brings a lifelong passion for horses and decades of experience to her training, boarding, and sales program. Originally from South Florida, Alexandra grew up riding hunters in the AQHA circuit, where she stood out for her dedication and talent. As a youth rider, she earned top honors -- finishing as the champion equitation over fences rider in Florida and placing 8th nationally. Additionally, she placed in Hunter Hack and Equitation Over Fences at the World Show. 

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After college, Alexandra worked under the mentorship of renowned AQHA trainer, Cindy Reddish -- managing her barn and expanding her experience in high-level show management and horse care. She later moved to Colorado, where she built a thriving lesson and show program for riders of all ages and levels, with a focus on building skill and self-assurance. 

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At Bradie Rose Farm, Alexandra is committed to creating a welcoming and professional environment where horses and riders thrive. She instills confidence -- in and out of the saddle -- through patient instruction, thoughtful horsemanship, and a deep respect for the partnership between horse and rider. 

J.J. Atkinson-Mead is a Canadian/USA Grand Prix Jumper athlete and highly regarded coach. A proven competitor on national and international stages -- including the NEXEN Cup at Spruce Meadows and the Puissance at Thunderbird. J.J. has competed, trained, and ridden for coaches in her earlier career in Germany, Canada, Oregon, Colorado and California. 

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J.J. is known for her clarity, patience, and ability to guide riders from early fundamentals to elite performance. She stands as a respected leader whose personal and professional journeys reflect in a commitment to excellence in the sport. 

Mark Mead is a respected hunter/jumper professional and former Grand Prix rider. Mark has earned competitive wins across national venues, including a celebrated $25,000 Grand Prix victory at Colorado Horse Park aboard Balthazar. At the Summer in the Rockies series, he claimed championships in the working hunter divisions aboard notable mounts like Amoro De Legante. 

As a coach, Mark is praised for instilling technique, confidence, and a measured partnership between horse and rider. He teamed up successfully with J.J. Atkinson-Mead, merging hunter and jumper disciplines in their training program.