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Nestled South of the capital in Austin, Texas, Optimum Training Center has been a full service facility since 1991 and is conveniently located 20 minutes from downtown.

Along with the horses competing in the open divisions, Optimum Training Center has always maintained a strong amateur and youth commitment which continues to be the foundation of the training program. Together with their clients, the show ring accomplishments in performance and halter include U.S. National Champion and Top Tens, Youth Nationals Reserve Champion and Top Tens, Regional Champion, Regional Reserve Champion and Top Fives.

Both Mathew and Tanya's families were involved in breeding and Showing Arabian horses. These early years of involvement form some of their most cherished memories. A life long love of the Arabian breed drives their commitment to achieve the utmost potential of the horses and their owners.

We are proud to share our love of the Arabian breed with our children, the third generation of Arabian enthusiasts of our family. Our daughter Lauren has earned a phenomenal show record as a youth rider including many Regional titles and Youth Nationals Reserve Champion and Top Tens. She is also an National Honor Society student, a published poet and a competitive varsity volleyball player.

Our son Morguhn has won numerous Regional awards and is looking to make his mark at Youth Nationals in the 13 and under division. He is an outstanding student and has achieved his purple belt in martial arts. We look forward to watching them both continue to grow and to continue sharing in their growing love and understanding of the Arabian horse.