wellington horse leases

Come show with us at WEF!

Join Us for a Week of Stress-Free Showing at WEF and Ocala!

For the past six years, we have been offering one-week leases at the Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF). Come be part of the fun! Experience stress-free showing with seasoned horses at one of the most renowned venues in the country.

We provide the horse, tack (you’re welcome to bring your own saddle), daily care including daycare, feed, grain, shavings, and stall. Whether you prefer to bring your own trainer or would like to work with our experienced trainers, we’re happy to accommodate your needs.

This year, our primary leasing program will be based in Ocala, with two weeks available in Wellington (Weeks 11 and 12). Our home base barn is just a five-minute hack from the showgrounds.

How It Works

Typically, riders from .80-.90 meter classes compete Wednesday through Friday, while those in meter classes and above show on Wednesday (warm-up), Saturday, and Sunday. We tailor our schedule to fit your plans. If you have an early flight on Sunday or prefer to arrive late Wednesday night, we can accommodate that. Want to focus on lessons or maximize your riding time? We can arrange for multiple horse leases to suit your goals and schedule.

Sample Weekly Schedule

Monday: Welcome to the barn! Enjoy a guided trail ride to explore Grand Prix Village with your mount for the week.
Tuesday: Head over to the show to school on courses and ensure you and your horse are prepared.
Wednesday: Show days vary based on your level and goals, with a warm-up class typically scheduled.
Thursday: Attend your class or take a relaxing day to visit the beach or enjoy hacking on the scenic bridle paths.
Friday: Depending on your level, participate in classes or enjoy watching the exciting Friday Night Lights dressage.
Saturday: Catch the thrilling Saturday Night Lights Grand Prix.
Sunday: Experience the excitement of Sunday Polo, a must-see event.

Join us for an unforgettable show experience with tailored support, expert horses, and a vibrant atmosphere. We look forward to welcoming you!

Week 11 - 3/17-22

Watch 4 star Grand Prix action on Saturday Night as well as the Wellington Equitation Cup if you choose to come this week

Week 12 - 3/24-29

The highlight of the season, the biggest 5 star Grand Prix of the season featuring the best riders and horses in the world.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What's It Cost?
Our weekly horse lease is just $2,000, and that includes everything you need—stall, shavings, grain, hay, daily care, tack, lessons, and trail rides! The only extra is show fees if you choose to compete. Need to trailer? No worries—transportation is included for a smooth experience. Feel free to bring your own trainer, or we can help you at the shows for an additional $400. It’s a full-service, worry-free package designed just for you!

What level riders are allowed?
We welcome riders of all levels— we have had absolute beginners and FEI competitors! If you’re looking to show, we recommend competing one level below what you ride at home. This keeps things confident, fun, and stress-free for both you and your horse. Think of it as the ultimate IEA week.

How do we match horses and riders?
It’s a personalized process! We’ll ask you for some videos and will chat with your trainer if you have one. We’ll also look at your show record to get a sense of your recent experience. Our horses are experienced and know their jobs well, so we’ll find the perfect match based on your skill level and size—making sure everyone enjoys the journey.

How do I sign up?
Simply send a $500 non-refundable deposit to reserve your dates and your chosen horse. The remaining balance is due two months before your arrival.

How do I know what weeks you’ll be doing each package?
Great question! If you have a particular show date in mind, reach out early to reserve it. As sign-ups roll in, we’ll finalize the schedule for each week.

Can I speak to past clients?

100% we would love you to speak with clients that have leased from us before, we get its daunting and a website is very different than reality. We're happy to give you a host of references.

Do you do hunters and equitation as well as jumpers?

Our horses can be flexible but we have found that when you only have a few days with a horse riders can be most competitive when they participate in the jumpers.

Who are you?

Millbrook Equestrian LLC has run leases for years, we were based out of Colorado and would come down for season but have recently moved to Ocala. Alexia Honegger is the owner and main trainer - with clients winning coast to coast from .60 to Grand Prix, jumpers are our speciality.

wellington horse leases

Come show with us at WEF!

Week 11 - 3/17-22

Week 12 - 3/24-29

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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