• Allegiant Farm

    Allegiant – al·legiant  Part of Speech: adjective  Definition: loyal, determined Synonyms: attached, dependable, devoted, faithful, steadfast, persevering, resolute, staunch, tried-and-true, true, trustworthy, trusty, unfailing, unflagging, unshaken, unwavering

    Allegiant Farm is located in a quiet country setting, between Woodstock and Harvard, Illinois.  Since 2007 I have offered only the best care in boarding, layups, lessons, training and massage therapy for you and your horse, I intend on continuing to meet high standards of care in the future.

    **As of September 1, 2015 we will no longer be boarding horses in McHenry County.  My family and I are relocating to Bulverde Texas, keep in touch, updates will be coming soon!**

     My mission is to provide your horse with a peaceful, safe and enjoyable environment.

  • CALL 815-529-9163

  • Services Offered

    Offering only the best for your best friend.

    • Boarding

      As of September 1, 2015 we will no longer be boarding horses in McHenry County.  My family and I are relocating to Bulverde Texas, keep in touch, updates will be coming soon!

      Stall & Pasture Board Available, Retirees welcome as well as Layups

       

      Roomy 12×12 Stalls cleaned every day, Large pasture turnout 7 days a week, Large run-in sheds, High quality hay & grain

       

      60′ Roundpen, Sand Outdoor Arena, Some trails on property, a short ride to Rush Creek Conservation Area

    • Training

      I specialize in working with problem horses, you may be having some issues, lets’s get you with your horse to get on the same page working better together.  I believe in working with as gentle of feel as possible, but not forgetting that there may need some firm work to begin with to build your foundation with your horse.

       

      *references are available by request.

    • Lessons

      My goal with any lesson is to get you and your horse safely moving forward in a comfortable manner for both of you.  Lessons can reflect anything you’d like to work on with your horse, ranging from confidence in the saddle to learning to work cattle.

    • Lovely Setting

      Set in a quiet spot between Woodstock and Harvard we have the perfect place to board your horse.

      Set in a quiet spot betwe…

    • Room to roam

      All of our pastures off lots of room to roam for all the horses. We do not overcrowd our pastures to ensure that everyone has plenty to eat and lots of room to run & play.

      All of our pastures off l…

    • Friends

      We offer a safe place for you to enjoy riding your horse. In the summer we have cattle on site and get together once or twice a week to work with the cattle.

      We offer a safe place for…

    • Roomy Stalls

      We offer roomy 12×12 stalls, most with dutch doors that are open as often as possible, the remainder have windows that are open for the summer.

      We offer roomy 12×12 stal…

  • Equine Sports Massage Therapy

    Increase your horse’s performance

    I am a Certified Equine Sports Massage Therapist, certified at the Institute of Therasage in Janesville, Wisconsin in 2004. Massage Therapy being one of the oldest forms of therapy is an amazingly simple way to increase your horse’s performance by relieving muscular pain and aiding in preventing future injuries.

    • Why Massage

      • The many benefits

        Improves circulation – promotes rapid healing of injuries

        Enhances muscle tone

        Increases range of motion and length of stride

        Relieves muscle spasms

        Increases Immunity

        Reduces painful swelling and inflammation in joints

        Lubricates joints

        Relieves stress & tension

        Secretes toxins in the body

        Increases mental clarity allowing better focus in training and performance

        Reduces allergies

        Increases ability to heal and function harmoniously

    • Types of Massage

      • Preventative Maintenance

        1 – 1 ½ hour full body massage
        Includes post massage stretches

      • Pre & Post Event Massage

        20-30 minute massage
        Increases circulation before competition
        Finds stressed muscles and returns them to their original length after competition

      • Rehabilitative Massage

        1 hour massage
        Customized to your horses rehabilitative needs

    • Stretching Helps

      • Along with all my massages I offer post massage stretching which benefit your horse immensely.

         

        The benefits include:

         

        Improving performance
        Increased circulation
        Increased range of motion and length of stride
        Decreases occurrence of injuries
        Increases elasticity of tendons, ligaments and muscles
        Reduces overall muscle stiffness and tension
        Improves reflex time
        Increases tissue oxygenation and nutrition

         

        *New*
        Learn how to stretch your horse – I’ll teach you how to properly stretch your horse before or after your workouts to keep your horse limber and moving fluidly.

  • Contact Us

    Please feel free to contact me with any questions you may have

    Allegiant Farm

    Jennie Rizza, Certified Equine Sports Massage Therapist

    Harvard, Illinois

    815-529-9163

    General Inquiry