Tara Wentz Goosley, Trainer & Instructor, USEF Judge
After graduating college top of her class, Tara Wentz Goosley joined her father and became a second generation professional horse trainer. She always loved the challenge of training and uses her calm assertive nature to gain a horse’s trust and confidence. Tara believes happy horses will give you the best of themselves willingly rather than through force. She has used this philosophy to produce multiple World, National and Regional champions and introduce hundreds of new people to the wonderful world of horses. In addition to the training, her special gift for communication and building confidence in her students makes her an excellent instructor. She creates a positive atmosphere in the barn that is welcoming and encourages everyone to be the best version of themselves both in and out of the ring. Tara is passionate about her horses and students and strives for excellence while keeping the horse's best interests at the forefront. She prides herself on her integrity as well as teaching her riders to have a sportsmanlike attitude when competing.
Tara has her USEF Judge's license, is President of the Board of Directors for the PA Saddlebred Horse Association, is Chairperson for the Keystone Classic Horse Show, and serves on the Devon Saddlebred Hackney Horse Show committee. She has been involved with several other horse show committees over the years and has also served as UPHA Chapter 15 Chairman. Tara has also been awarded with the UPHA Ch 15 Horseman of the Year for her training accomplishments and dedication to the horse industry. Tara & her husband Bob have 3 children, Alexa, Bobby and Benjamin, who are now all learning to ride. Her love of horses is being passed onto the 3rd generation. More than anything, she loves leading the team at Wentz Stables alongside her family, including her parents Tom & Diane Wentz, Lori Weber (aunt) and Tiana Tapper (cousin).
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Frank Hein, Jr., Caretaker & Maintenance
Frank Hein, Jr., Caretaker & Maintenance
Frank Hein, Jr., Caretaker & Maintenance
Frank began working at Wentz Stables in 2012 and has grown to be everyone's right hand man. With a huge work ethic and an even bigger heart, Frank is a valued member of Wentz Stables. He attended LCTI for Heavy Construction Equipment Operations & Preventative Maintenance and loves working on restoring his US Army Cargo Truck.
As the saying goes, “you are only as good as your team” and we are certainly grateful that Frank is a part of our team! He is capable, dedicated, and wonderful with the animals. We all agree that he is one in a million!
Joe Sarnie, Barn Co-Manager
Frank Hein, Jr., Caretaker & Maintenance
Frank Hein, Jr., Caretaker & Maintenance
Joe Sarnie has been one of the co-owners of Wentz Stables for many years. He is our resident watch dog and lead grounds keeper. He has been dedicated to Wentz Stables for many years and we are grateful to have him watch over the horses day and night.
Joe stays home to manage the barn while the rest of the team is at horse show. Having this 24/7 presence makes for a safe and secure environment for both the horses and guests.