Taking a leap after a fall...  

Tiffany Frierson is a mom, teacher and working student who’s passion for horses affects many aspects of her life. As a late bloomer in the industry, Tiffany bonded quickly with her instructors and even became a beginning riding instructor at her barn.   

After riding her lease horse Ollie in the arena, the only thing Tiffany recalls is canter strides, then lying on the ground. Not entirely sure what happened, Tiffany went into autopilot catching her horse and hopping back on so he didn't develop any bad habits. A fractured tail bone and a few dizzy spells later she was diagnosed with post concussion syndrome… and get this... Tiffany was wearing a helmet during her fall.  

Tiffany attended concussion and speech therapy to begin her road to recovery. When she could, she went out to the barn to continue to strengthen her bond with her horse, even when her parents had to drive her to the barn. She worked on ground work, voice commands and grooming in hopes that they would have a better connection when she was able to get back in the saddle. Even though she experienced this traumatic event, Tiffany purchased Ollie to give him a forever home.  

Knowing she normally falls off at fences, Tiffany doesn’t plan to do anymore jumping. She wants to enjoy her horse and hack around for now. When thinking back to what happened that day, she tries not to over analyze her situation and thinks not knowing exactly what happens helped prevent fear and anxiety about returning to the saddle.