Mel Harms-Grossman - SunRunner Ranch
Mel Harms-Grossman of SunRunner Ranch is a trainer dedicated to helping horses and riders build calm, confident, and connected partnerships through thoughtful horsemanship. Known for working with anxious or misunderstood horses, her approach emphasizes patience, timing, fairness, and understanding the “why” behind each horse’s behavior. Clients often leave with not only a more willing horse, but also a deeper understanding of effective communication and feel.
Mel is a licensed judge with the Wisconsin Horse Council Open Show (WHC), Foundation Quarter Horse Registry (FQHR), Wisconsin 4-H, and Midwest Extreme Obstacle Association (MEOA). She also has extensive experience in equine bodywork, biomechanics, saddle fit, and rehabilitation support, working alongside veterinary and chiropractic professionals to help horses move comfortably and perform at their best.
Training & Rider Support
- Private or group lessons ($70–$45)
- Show Support—Coached World Qualifiers; AQHA Ranch Riding, WDAA, & FQHR organizations, with top ten to reserve world in WDAA & FQHR events. Local club qualifiers & year end winners.
- Groundwork, Horsemanship, and Confidence-building
- Ranch Riding / Rail, Pattern, 4-H, Obstacle / Trail, Western Dressage, Ranch Reining, Gymkhana Round Pen
- Trailer-in Lessons Welcome
- Schooling Horses Available at Select Times
Training Options
- Full Time — $555/month
- Part Time (10) — $375/month
- Part Time (5) — $225/month
- Single Ride — $65
Equine Housing & Care
- Full Care— $475/month
- Modified Full Care— $425/month
- Daily— $25
The facility offers 10×12 stalls with paddock turnout, along with quality hay and grain options to support each horse’s individual needs.
Additional Expertise
- Focus on Sustainable Mental & Physical Development
- Injury recovery support, informed by experience as a former Veterinary Technician (UT) and Veterinary Assistant (WI)
- Saddle-fit Guidance in Partnership with Experienced Fitters
- Biomechanics-based rehabilitation and corrective exercise programs
Mel Harms-Grossman was featured in Mid Western Spirit’s blog article, “How to Plan a Meaningful 2026 Riding Season,” where she shared her expertise on building calm, confident partnerships through thoughtful horsemanship, biomechanics, and understanding the horse.
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