Heather Clark graduated from the University of Massachusetts and received both a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science/Biology and a Bachelor of Arts in Education in 1997. During her senior year, she was eighth in the Cacchione Cup at the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) Nationals.
Her practical equine experience encompasses having been a show and sale barn trainer/rider in the Netherlands, the assistant trainer and road manager for one of the Eastern United State’s most prestigious stables, and the assistant trainer for one of the 2000 Olympic Equestrian Team competitors. In addition to the training and riding responsibilities, Professor Clark focused the overall care and health of these horses.
From 2002-2006, Heather developed, taught, and trained a competitive intercollegiate team and was named Coach of the Year on 2005 for Zone 3 Region 4 with the IHSA. In 2002, Heather formed HLC Stables LLC as a riding and training facility based in Whitehouse, NJ. At this facility she trained beginners through advanced riders, in all aspects of hunter, jumper, and equitation. Her students have competed in shows throughout the Northeast including all the Jumper and Equitation Finals including USEF Medal, ASPCA Maclay and USEF Talent Search. Ms. Clark joined Centenary University’s staff in 2007 as an Instructor of Equine Studies.
