Our Team
Facility Manager
Marketing & Events Coordinator
Mara Ziadeh
Mara Ziadeh serves as Facility Manager and Marketing & Events Coordinator at Renaissance Equestrian Center, overseeing day-to-day facility operations while leading the center’s marketing, communications, and event coordination. With previous experience managing equestrian facilities, Mara brings a strong understanding of the organization, communication, and attention to detail required to support the daily needs of horses, riders, staff, and the facility as a whole.
In her role as Facility Manager, Mara helps coordinate barn operations, facility maintenance and improvements, horse-care procedures, staff communication, and the many behind-the-scenes details that keep Renaissance running smoothly. Her hands-on equestrian experience, combined with her background in product management and operations, allows her to approach facility management with an emphasis on organization, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
Mara also leads Renaissance’s marketing and digital presence and plays a key role in planning clinics, events, and other opportunities for the equestrian community. As an active rider herself, she brings a firsthand understanding of what horse owners and riders value in a boarding and training environment and is committed to maintaining a professional, welcoming facility where both horses and riders can thrive.
Assistant Manager
Jordan
Jordan has been an integral part of the Renaissance Equestrian Center team for three years and currently serves as Assistant Manager. He plays an important role in the day-to-day operation of the facility, assisting with feeding, horse care, property maintenance, and the many behind-the-scenes responsibilities required to keep a busy equestrian facility running smoothly.
Known for his strong work ethic and reliability, Jordan is always willing to step in wherever he is needed. His dedication to the horses and attention to their daily care make him a valued member of the Renaissance team.
Jordan is also involved in FFA and has earned his Equine Management & Evaluation certification through his Advanced Agricultural class in high school, demonstrating knowledge in equine industry management, breed identification, anatomy and physiology, equine diseases, and horse evaluation. His continued involvement in agricultural and equine education complements the hands-on experience he brings to his role at Renaissance.
Dressage Trainer
Jayne Bailey
Jayne Bailey is a lifelong horsewoman with over 30 years of experience working with a wide range of breeds, disciplines, and riders of all levels and goals. She welcomes riders from any background, focusing on helping each horse-and-rider team develop clear communication, confidence, and a deeper understanding of their partnership.
Jayne teaches from a classical dressage perspective, with a strong emphasis on correct biomechanics for both horse and rider. Her approach integrates equine anatomy, physiology, and psychology, empowering students with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively train and problem-solve—both in lessons and independently.
Her training style is thoughtful, creative, and supportive, often incorporating in-hand work, unmounted exercises, and educational resources such as videos, reading materials, and discussion. Jayne is passionate about helping riders understand the “how” and “why” behind their progress, ensuring consistent improvement and long-term success.
Jayne has trained horses through the Prix St. George level, started young horses, and successfully helped many horses and riders work through plateaus and training challenges. She has worked with internationally recognized riders and trainers, including Mette Rosencrantz and David Hunt, and spent a winter season grooming at the U.S. Team Farm in Wellington, Florida. She currently trains with Paula Kierkegaard and remains committed to continuing her education through clinics, workshops, and ongoing study.
Whether your goal is to compete in dressage, improve your flatwork, explore new disciplines, or simply build confidence and connection with your horse, Jayne is dedicated to helping you achieve your goals while keeping the horse’s well-being at the center of the process.
Eventing & Jumping Trainer
Nicole Thomas
Nicole grew up immersed in Pony Club and eventing, developing a strong foundation in horsemanship from an early age. She later attended the University of Kentucky, where she studied Equine Science and Management, further expanding her knowledge of horse care, training, and the equine industry.
During her time in Kentucky, Nicole began working as a groom for a five-star event rider and quickly progressed to rider and assistant trainer. In this role, she competed client horses, started young horses, restarted off-the-track Thoroughbreds, and rode and competed sales horses. She also spent time in Ocala, Florida, riding and learning under multiple five-star event riders and Grand Prix show jumpers, while gaining additional experience exercising racehorses.
Nicole has successfully competed through the Intermediate level in eventing and brings extensive experience developing horses at all stages of training. She is particularly skilled with off-the-track Thoroughbreds, focusing on building a correct, confident foundation as they transition into new careers. She has also brought along numerous young horses, helping them develop into capable and confident athletes in both eventing and jumping disciplines.
In recent years, Nicole has focused on growing her own program, with an emphasis on teaching and developing both horse and rider. She works with riders of all levels and is committed to creating a supportive, educational environment that encourages steady progress and confidence.
Nicole offers lessons, training, and sales services, and continues to pursue her own competitive goals with a talented young horse at the beginning of his career.
Dressage Trainer & L Graduate
Shari Wolke
Shari Wolke is a United States Dressage Federation (USDF) L Graduate with Distinction, and has been judging horse shows throughout Michigan, Indiana and Ohio for the last 15 years. Shari was one of the youngest participants to pass the L Exam, beginning her dressage show judging career at age 24.
She has been accepted into the USDF’s “small r” program, and will be starting the process of becoming a USEF/USDF Licensed dressage official in 2026.
Shari is also a USDF Bronze and Silver medalist, having competed in dressage through Intermediare I and having trained two horses through Grand Prix. She is an FEI trainer, clinician and coach, teaching clinics in Michigan, Indiana and South Dakota every year. Shari is also a certified riding instructor through the American Riding Instructor’s Association (ARIA), with certifications in Dressage and Recreational Riding.
Finally, Shari gives back to the dressage community by holding the role of Region 2 FEI Youth Coordinator. Shari has served as the Chef d’Equipe for Region 2’s Young Riders, Juniors, and Children’s teams in 2024 and 2025. Shari’s Prix St. George’s Thoroughbred, Lord Kenmer (Kenny), and her Intermediare I ride, CA Davign (Vinni), are now retired, but she also owns two FEI prospects, a 3-year-old Hanoverian, Wred Ryder, and a yearling Hanoverian (Dubarry x Widmark x Londonderry), Dancing Willow (Dani).
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6750 Bethel Church Rd
Saline, MI 48176
Hours of Operation:
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