About Leigh Ann

Leigh Ann Coble discovered her passion for horses 17 years ago and continues to put her heart into her horses and students daily. She grew up riding, learning the basics of care and that riding horses is a privilege that requires commitment and hard work. Later she spent many years on the ‘A’ circuit fine tuning her riding skills. Competing in Raleigh NC, Greensboro NC, Blowing Rock NC, Culpepper VA, and an assortment of other show grounds, she proved successful on her favorite mount, Wonder.

Leigh Ann graduated from Greensboro College with a degree in psychology. Currently she works one day a week at The Children’s Home teaching therapeutic riding, incorporating metaphorical learning and emotional growth facilitated by horses. Back at Wonder’s Run, she spends her days teaching a wide age range of students, training horses, or preparing to go to shows.

The Story of Wonder

When Leigh Ann was 13 years old, she sold her beloved pony to take on a ‘project’ horse. For no good reason she purchased a very green, 3 year old thoroughbred mare. After multiple falls and months of frustration, during which she almost sold the horse and quit riding, Wonder became her best friend. Wonder started her career as a hunter at schooling shows and then moved her way into jumpers. This transition was made possible by the instruction of Anne Morgan, Leigh Ann’s trainer at the time. This phenomenal mare proved to be truly amazing. At only 15.3 hands, she could jump the moon and could do it faster than most. She won at almost every show and loved her job.

Wonder is now retired and lives very comfortably at her farm Wonder’s Run, where she gets chiropractic care, massages, treats and anything else she wishes. “Attached at the withers,” Leigh Ann and Wonder spend time together daily reminiscing about old times or simply enjoying each other’s company. Wonder taught Leigh Ann many life lessons and is a living example of confidence, understanding, trust, and spirituality and continues to bring joy to everyone around her.