Boarding Facilities
Premium Care & World-Class Amenities for Hunter & Jumper Horses in Wellington, FL
At Steffee Showjumping, we believe that exceptional boarding is the foundation for exceptional performance. Located in the heart of Wellington, Florida, just minutes from the Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF), our boarding program blends luxury-level facilities with expert, hands-on care to ensure your horse’s health, comfort, and success both in and out of the show ring.
Our full-service board program is designed for riders and owners who expect the highest standard of equine management. Every detail — from our meticulously maintained arena to our premium therapeutic services — is focused on creating an environment where your horse can thrive physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Spacious & Comfortable Stabling
Our barn features 12 newly refurbished, oversized stalls measuring 14’ x 14’ — each fully matted for comfort and equipped with 30-inch oscillating fans to keep horses cool and comfortable year-round. These bright, airy stalls provide your horse with a secure and spacious living environment.
- Matted flooring for joint comfort and stability
- Oversized dimensions to accommodate top-level sport horses
- High-powered fans for consistent airflow and temperature control
- Daily cleaning and fresh bedding to maintain a clean, healthy environment
We know that stall time plays a crucial role in your horse’s overall well-being, which is why we keep our barn spotless, well-ventilated, and stress-free.
Premium Amenities for Riders & Horses
At Steffee Showjumping, our boarding clients enjoy first-class amenities designed to make life easier for both horse and rider:
- Air-conditioned studio apartment for visiting owners, riders, or grooms
- Climate-controlled tack room to protect your tack and equipment
- Feed room stocked with only the highest-quality grains, hay, and supplements
- On-site, air conditioned bathroom for rider and guest convenience
- Four covered, matted grooming and wash stalls with fans for year-round comfort during grooming, bathing, and vet or farrier visits
These thoughtful amenities make your time at the barn more enjoyable, organized, and efficient — so you can focus on what matters most: your riding goals.
Daily Turnout in Private, Irrigated Paddocks
We believe that daily turnout is essential for your horse’s physical health and mental well-being. Our property offers six private, irrigated paddocks — to provide variety and year-round use.
- Private turnout prevents unnecessary stress from herd interactions
- Irrigated paddocks keep footing safe and consistent
- Rotational use ensures paddocks remain healthy and inviting
This individualized turnout approach helps maintain your horse’s soundness, keeps them relaxed, and supports overall wellness.
World-Class Riding Arena & Custom Jumps
Our facility features a 250' x 150' all-weather footing arena professionally maintained for optimal performance and safety. The arena is irrigated with large overhead jets to keep footing consistent and dust-free.
We proudly train over a newly purchased set of custom jumps designed by Dalman Jump Co., one of the leading names in jump design. These jumps offer a variety of technical challenges, making them ideal for both training and show preparation.
- Professional-grade all-weather footing for consistent performance
- Custom-built Dalman Jumps to simulate top show conditions
- Ample arena space for flatwork, gymnastic exercises, and full course work
Convenient Location for Wellington’s Top Equestrian Venues
Steffee Showjumping’s location offers unparalleled convenience for the competitive rider:
- Hacking distance to the 365-acre Wellington Environmental Preserve and miles of Wellington bridle paths for scenic conditioning rides
- 10-minute golf cart ride to WEF showgrounds for easy access to competitions
- On-site truck and trailer for horse transportation to and from showgrounds as needed
- RV hookups on property for clients traveling with rigs or living on-site during the season
This prime location means your horse spends less time in transit and more time focused on training and recovery.
Full-Service Veterinary & Farrier Care
We believe in a proactive approach to equine health. That’s why we provide access to full-service veterinary care, professional farrier services, and advanced therapeutic treatments right on-site.
- Vet Services: Preventative care, lameness evaluations, emergency treatment, and performance monitoring from trusted equine veterinarians
- Farrier Services: Skilled farriers with expertise in sport horse hoof care, including custom hoof boots when needed
- Supplement Management: Daily administration of owner-provided supplements with precision and care
Advanced Therapeutic Services for Peak Performance
Steffee Showjumping offers a range of therapeutic treatments designed to keep your horse performing at their best and recovering quickly from the demands of training and competition:
- Theraplate Vibration Plate Therapy: Stimulates blood flow and circulation, promotes muscle relaxation, and supports healing of injuries or wounds. Ideal for recovery after intense training or competition.
- BEMER Blanket & Boots (PEMF Therapy): Delivers pulsed electromagnetic therapy to improve back and body suppleness, enhance circulation, reduce soreness, and aid in recovery from muscle, tendon, and ligament injuries. Promotes overall wellness and strengthens your horse’s resilience during training and competition.
- Equine Massage Therapy: Helps release muscle tension, improve flexibility, and support rehabilitation from injuries. Also beneficial for maintaining relaxation and peak performance during show season.
These therapies are not only used for recovery — they also play a key role in injury prevention, helping your horse stay strong, supple, and competition-ready year-round.
24-Hour On-Site Care & Emergency Support
Livia and Sean Steffee live on the property, providing round-the-clock supervision and night checks to ensure your horse’s safety and comfort. This hands-on presence allows for immediate response in case of emergencies, changes in behavior, or health concerns.
Having experienced horse professionals on-site 24/7 gives our clients peace of mind, knowing that their horses are under constant, attentive care.
Boarding Facilities
The Steffee Showjumping Boarding Experience
When you choose to board at Steffee Showjumping, you’re choosing more than a place to keep your horse — you’re joining a program committed to excellence, individualized care, and long-term success. Every detail, from our oversized stalls to our advanced therapeutic services, is designed with the competitive show jumper and hunter in mind.
Whether your goals involve developing a young horse, campaigning a seasoned competitor, or simply ensuring your equine partner enjoys the highest level of daily care, our Wellington boarding program provides the ideal foundation for performance and well-being.
Many of our boarding clients also choose to train and show with us, creating a seamless program that supports every aspect of their horse’s care, conditioning, and competitive development.
For riders looking to pair exceptional boarding with customized training programs, our team offers elite hunter/jumper instruction right here on-site. We also assist in matching riders with quality horses through our trusted sales and imports program.
Boarding Facilities FAQ
What types of boarding do you offer? (e.g., full board, partial board, pasture board, self-care)
We offer full-care boarding at our facility. This includes stall cleaning, water buckets cleaned, personalized feeding/hay/supplement schedule, grooming, all grooming and bathing supplies, health maintenance, medication management and administration when needed, tacking & untacking if needed, daily turnout, fly mask, fly sheet/winter sheets/blankets, vet and farrier scheduling, ring and jump maintenance, etc. Full care. Zero worries. Pure fun!
Is someone on-site 24/7 to monitor horses?
Yes, the trainers live on the 5-acre property just a stone’s throw from the barn. They do night checks and can hear if a horse is kicking or cast in the middle of the night.
What is your protocol for handling emergencies or injuries?
We handle all emergencies and/or injuries immediately by having our vets and farrier on-call for all of our needs. We also ensure that our staff is knowledgeable about colic symptoms, swollen legs, eyes, etc. and always alert us ASAP to any behavior that is out of the ordinary for each horse. We also have a truck and trailer on-site in the event a horse needs to go to the clinic for care.
What amenities are available for boarders?
Our facility offers air-conditioned, newly renovated tack room and bathroom, air-conditioned feed room with refrigerator, large arena with beautiful jumps and excellent footing maintained daily with dragging, watering and weekly new course builds, grass for hand-grazing your horse, larger than average stalls with mats and extra-large fans, 4 tack and wash stalls with fans, Theraplate vibration therapy, Bemer blanket PEMF therapy, quick access to trails on the Wellington Nature Preserve for off-property rides, 2 on-site trainers and managers for the price of one, double the coverage, double the attention, truck & trailer for emergencies and/or transport to local shows.
How close are you from the WEF showgrounds?
We are 10 minutes by golf cart, 15 minutes by car, and a 25-minute hack to the WEF showgrounds.