Alisa Bernhard

Mentors: Chris Lagan and my mom Sue Bernhard

When Started Riding: Since I could sit upright!

First horse/pony: Rocket Two Bars, or "Peanut" lived to be 32, was passed down to 3 generations of my family.

First Horse Show: don't remember, most likely showed in Lead Line

Horse that taught me the most: Tie: Heza Lark Step. As a kid, he taught me how to step up and be competitve at shows. Tall Dark and Rich, as an adult, he taught me how to be competive at the open level.

Favorite Equine partner: Tie: Fleetstreet Max is the most unique and talented horse I've ever known and Keepin the Image, for being the sweetest mare and giving so much heart when she showed.

Motto: Don't skip the basics!

Advice to Aspiring Riders/Drivers: Ride as many horses as possible, you learn something new from every horse.

Greatest accomplishment: 2006 Equitation Champion at APHA World Show, AQHA World Show and QH Congress.

Worst injury: I've been VERY lucky to have not been hurt.

What other career would you have chosen?: Photography, writer

Goals: To be a successful and well-respected professional! And to help people reach their goals.

I love my Charles Owen (product/why)… They're beautiful, functional and fit great.

Major Accomplishments: 30 World Championships as a non-pro in both APHA and AQHA