Sarah Summers, Director of Dana Hall School's Karen Stives '68 Equestrian Center

Sarah Summers grew up in Southeast Asia and began her riding career at Arthayasa Stables in Indonesia. While a boarding student at the Dana Hall School, she became a student of Cookie DeSimone. She continued her education at Tufts University and captained the Tufts Equestrian Team her junior and senior years. After graduation, Summers returned to Dana Hall as an instructor and member of the barn staff and subsequently was promoted to Director of The Karen Stives '68 Equestrian Center. At the Karen Stives '68 Equestrian Center, Summers has coached under Cookie DeSimone, Olympic riders Greg Best and Bobby Costello, and world-class rider Candice King. In addition to teaching and coaching the Dana Hall Equestrian Team, she also coaches Dana Hall riders at their horse shows. Summers is committed to fostering a team environment where our students can emerge as strong riders and young women throughout their time at Dana Hall.