Cherokee Show Horses

Cherokee Show Horses is an equestrian program founded in 2018 and based in Rancho Santa Fe, California, with operations at show facilities in Thermal and Del Mar. The company focuses on breeding, developing, and selling competitive hunter, jumper, and equitation horses, with the goal of cultivating the next generation of elite equine athletes. Its team supports horses at major competitions and circuits, including Spruce Meadows, Devon, and the Fall Indoors Circuit.

The program combines experienced horsemanship with attentive daily care, including individualized nutrition, grooming, and fitness plans. Cherokee Show Horses emphasizes developing confident, honest, and consistent horse-and-rider partners, while conducting sales and business interactions with transparency and integrity. Visitors and prospective clients can contact the team to learn about sale horses and the training program.

Founder and CEO Jill Hunter-Hensley established the business after a career competing across hunter, equitation, and jumper disciplines. Alongside her, COO Darryl Hensley, manager Reyhan Haunert, and head groom Marlon Garcia contribute leadership, horse development, barn management, and hands-on care.