Sunriser Stables

Specialties

Owned and operated by the Morris Family, Sunriser Stables is a family friendly barn specializing in hunters, jumpers, and equitation. Lessons are customized to the individual’s riding level allowing each rider to progress at their own pace. Our objective is to build the rider’s confidence by developing a solid horse riding foundation both under saddle and on the ground. Whether your goal is to show or to ride for fun we guarantee that at Sunriser Stables you will find a safe, non-​judgmental atmosphere that makes everyone feel comfortable and welcome.

Our experienced, caring, knowledgeable trainer has an extensive equestrian background teaching all levels of riders. Kids and adults love her patient teaching methods and her sense of humor.

Sunriser Stables is the most conveniently located hunter jumper riding stable in Pensacola — only 5 miles from I-​10 Exit 5. We are located an easy 30 minute drive from Gulf Breze. Situated on 32 beautiful, peaceful acres only two miles from the Escambia County Equestrian Center, you will find your horse riding home.

History

Established in 2014.

Ellen Morris took her first riding lesson on her eighth birthday and was immediately hooked. A quarter horse named Buster quickly came into her life and soon Ellen was spending every spare moment at the barn where he was boarded. When it came time to go to college, Ellen chose to go to William Woods University in Fulton, Missouri for their outstanding equestrian programs. Of course Buster went too. Ellen graduated in December 2013 with Bachelor degrees in both Equine Science and Equine Administration. It has been a long held dream for Ellen to open her own hunter jumper barn and an opportunity to move to Pensacola helped turn a dream into a reality. Sunriser Stables opened its’ gates for business on January 1^st 2014.

Meet the Business Owner

Ellen M.

Business Owner

Ellen owns Sunriser Stables alongside her parents, Rick and Lesley Morris. Ellen’s passion for horses began as a child. She took her first horse riding lesson for her eighth birthday and was hooked. It did not take long for Ellen to decide to follow a career with horses.

She graduated from William Woods University in 2013 with a Bachelor of Science in both Equine Science and Equine Administration. She has ridden with such renowned trainers as Melanie Smith Taylor, Linda Allen, Robert Gage, Kelly McKnight, Jose Alejos, and Pierre St. Jacques.

Ellen believes in teaching with positive reinforcement and humor, with a focus on safety, to ensure that her riders have a fun and educational ride. She customizes her teaching technique so that each rider has the best lesson possible.