Joanna Lepiarczyk grew up in a small riding facility run by her parents. She actively competed and taught in Europe before relocating to Canada, where she obtained her Equine Canada Competition Coach certification. An avid student of the horse and equine well-being, Lepiarczyk has undergone specialized equine orthopedic training to assess musculoskeletal issues in horses and is a certified thermographer for thermal imaging in order to utilize advanced technology to detect and prevent potential health issues. She has completed certified FEI courses in horse conformation and movement evaluation, achieved certification in animal psychology, and is a member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC). Lepiarczyk is a regular contributor of articles covering a wide range of topics to equestrian media outlets and serves as host for an educational social media platform Horses Explained (horsesexplained.com).