Aidan Mewha – Owner/Operator

Aidan Mewha brings over three decades of hands-on equine experience to Grand Hart Equine, blending a lifelong passion for horses with a commitment to elite performance and wellness. She began riding at age six in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and has since built a career immersed in every facet of horsemanship—working student, barn manger, groom, coach, and instructor.

Her journey has taken her from the lesson barns of Pittsburgh to grooming on the competitive circuits in Ocala, managing programs in Wisconsin, and eventually leasing a facility in Pennsylvania to operate her own boarding and lesson business. In 2015, Aidan moved to Ohio to coach the University of Dayton Equestrian Team while continuing to train and teach riders of all levels until 2020.

After a break from riding, she returned to the show ring in 2023 with a young prospect who went on to win the 2024 USEF Horse of the Year title for Young Hunters with trainer Allie McBreen—and Reserve Horse of the Year in the Low Adult Hunters with Aidan herself in the irons. That same year, she began incorporating Acuscope therapy into her program and saw firsthand the powerful impact it had on recovery, performance, and overall well-being.

Today, Aidan combines her extensive equine background with the precision of her corporate experience in financial services to offer structured, data-informed therapy sessions designed for top-tier results. Grand Hart Equine is proud to offer the only Acuscope unit available in Ohio—bringing cutting-edge care to horses who are expected to compete, recover, and excel.

The Story Behind “Grand Hart”

The name Grand Hart is more than a brand—it’s a tribute to the two extraordinary horses who have shaped both my career and my purpose. It represents a fusion of their show names: Delusions of Grandeur (“Stubben”) and Hartwood (“Maizey”)—each a defining chapter in my journey.

Stubben came into my life as a three-year-old, and together we climbed the ranks to the 3’6” Amateur Owner Hunters. While we achieved success, I’ve since come to understand that many of the performance struggles he faced could have been better supported with the right therapeutic care—something I’m now passionate about offering to others.

Years later, Maizey reignited my love of riding. After stepping back from the professional horse world, I returned as an amateur, unsure of where I stood. Maizey changed that. She gave me the confidence to dream bigger, ride better, and demand more—not just from myself, but from the standard of care our horses deserve. She is a once-in-a-lifetime partner, and she reminds me daily why I do this work.

Together, these horses inspired the name Grand Hart. It’s a reflection of where I’ve been and where I’m going—a name rooted in experience, resilience, and a deep commitment to elevating the well-being of every horse I work with.

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