At EPIC, our highly experienced and professional equestrian team can cater to all your riding needs in Calgary South. Our EPIC team members include Sara Compton, a professional showjumping coach and Robin Brock, a certified competition coach.
As an accredited EC Competition Coach Specialist and HP1 Candidate, Sara Compton has been an active member of the Canadian showjumping community for the past 35 years. Sara has been training and mentoring up-and-coming riders, as well as working to advance the skill development of elite athletes. Most recently, she has become involved in the training and certification of equine professionals through Equestrian Canada as a Learning Facilitator and Coach Developer.
Sara’s career working with horses began at the esteemed Spruce Meadows, where she worked as both a rider and a groom. This experience led her to other crucial roles, including her work with Canadian Olympic athlete Brian Anderson and a teaching position at Painted Trak Farms. Sara was awarded Equestrian Canada’s Coach of the Year in 2022, and she won the NCCP Community Coach Developer Award in 2023.
When not in the saddle or coaching other riders, Sara devotes her time to the Equestrian Canada Community
Robin joined EPIC Stables as an EC Competition Coach in 2024. With an extensive background of equestrian success in Ontario and Quebec, Robin brings more than 20 years of experience to EPIC. Starting as a competitor and evolving into a coach and trainer, she specializes in hunters, jumpers, and dressage, with a strong foundation in each discipline. Robin began her coaching journey at Westar Farms in Ontario and has collaborated with many renowned stables in the region.
Following significant contributions at Wesley Clover Parks enhancing lesson and show programs, she achieved her competition coach certification from Equestrian Canada in 2019 and is currently working towards her Specialist designation. Robin’s recent role as a young horse trainer for the RCMP Musical Ride provided her with valuable exposure to diverse training scenarios, contributing to her professional development.
Robin will be teaching and coaching lessons alongside Sara Compton and providing support as a competition coach during horse shows.