The Story of Silverleaf Farm Continues…
For 38 years, Mike and Kathy Rowse developed and ran Silverleaf Farm with dedication, passion, and love for the horses and the people who shared their journey. After Mike’s passing in 2025, Kathy made the difficult decision to sell their beloved farm.
Fortunately, Christy Cherry Cifilli, an accomplished Adult Amateur dressage rider, and her husband Paul Cifilli have taken over the reins. Under their care, the farm will begin a new chapter as Cherry Point Farm . Christy and Paul are making thoughtful improvements with long-term goals in mind, and the farm will open for select boarders in December 2025 .
Cherry Point Farm features matted stalls with attached paddocks, separate turnout paddocks, a full-size all-weather outdoor dressage arena with mirrors, and a covered, lighted arena—also with mirrors. Additional amenities include a hot and cold wash rack with a heat lamp. Christy will continue to offer clinics at her new facility, ensuring the tradition of dressage education continues.
Meanwhile, Kate Knick has relocated her Knick of Time Training business to a full-service facility off Lake Cahoon Road in Suffolk. Kate accepts horses on a full or partial training basis and offers an individualized boarding and training program designed specifically for the dressage horse and rider.
Kathy continues to teach lessons at both Cherry Point Farm and Knick of Time Farm, as well as offer clinics and judging services. She remains an active “S” judge and a member of the USDF “L” Faculty, currently serving as Vice-Chairman and set to become Chairman in December 2025.
With over 30 years of experience riding and training dressage horses and riders, Kathy credits much of her development to Jim Koford , along with valuable lessons learned from numerous clinicians and mentors over the years. Kathy’s program is built on the foundation of correct basics for both horse and rider. Her passion for classical dressage has inspired countless students, and she remains committed to creating a positive, encouraging learning environment designed to bring out the best in both horse and rider.
The results speak for themselves—happy, correct horses who progress through the levels with confidence and perform beautifully in the show ring. Whether your goal is to compete at the FEI levels or simply to deepen your partnership and enjoyment of your horse, Kathy is dedicated to helping you achieve it.
Kathy Rowse
USDF Gold, Silver and Bronze Medalist
USEF “S” Judge since 2011
USDF “L” faculty member
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