Dressage Training in Texas

Dressage/Hunters/Jumpers/Equitation: Potomac Horse Center Certified Instructor and NARHA Advanced Instructor. Served as Horsemaster for the Dressage 1996 Paralympics in Atlanta. Rode, analyzed and matched horses with International dressage competitors. Advanced course work in Sports Medicine at West Virginia Wesleyan. Ridden and competed in dressage competitions for over 40 years and rode with a USDF S judge for over 13 years. Former RMDS Technical Delegate. Former show and clinic manager for many USEF and USDF shows. Hunter and Jumper trainer for over 40 yrs.... See More

USDF bronze and silver medalist located in Troy, TX. I have competed through Grand Prix. I am an FEI dressage trainer and instructor who offer lessons on your horse or a lesson horse if you don’t have your own horse yet. I concentrate on correct and soft riding, creating a supple horse from engaging the hind end and carrying itself on the forehand. Working on teaching the rider how to correctly achieve this suppleness through the correct use of seat and aids to help the horse. I also offer various training packages for your horse to either get them tuned up for show season or just get them ready for their rider. I also can help get your horse ready for sale and can assist in helping you find your next partner. I also show regularly and I am able to coach at shows or show your horse. I am also available to travel to barns in a reasonable distance or we also allow trailer ins for lessons too! Contact me today to get you and your horse ready for show season, get back in shape or just to help you learn more!... See More

Gia Long is committed to a lifetime of learning and continues to pursue her own professional goals of training horses at the upper levels in the dressage and hunter/jumper ring. Career highlights include: multiple ApHC world jumper championships, several Morgan Grand National dressage championships, USDF Bronze medal, numerous hunter and jumper division championships, dressage regional championships, coaching many students to championships and making college equestrian teams. She is knowledgeable about the show world, and willingly passes that knowledge on to her students so that they, too, can become successful in the show world. A talented trainer, Gia, trains horses from youngsters just getting started to finished show horses. Whatever your goals are for your horse, Gia can help you achieve them. Recently relocated from Colorado to Willis, TX, Gia is currently accepting a limited number of horses for training. Private and group lessons are also available. Please inquire for details. ... See More

Providing Dressage lessons and training for you and your equine partner from start to Grand Prix with FEI Gold, Silver and Bronze medal trainer. We also start young horses under saddle and work with all disciplines and riders. We have backgrounds in training and showing horses in Dressage, in-hand for breed shows, working equitation, western dressage, ranch work, eventing and all around riding horses.

Our approach to dressage involves both training for the horse and lessons for the rider. Whatever the skill level, or goals, we work with you to develop a training program that fits. We provide instruction, at your pace and skill level. We enjoy working with all levels of riders and breeds of horses. Its important to us that your lessons are a positive experience as well as being a learning experience to build on. We strive to teach lessons where the rider not only understands what to do but why they are doing it. We feel a more informed and thinking rider is a more successful rider.

We also are happy to travel to your barn and give lessons! Contact us today and enjoy learning with your equine partner!... See More

Gaye Goodwin has the experience and teaching skills to help you have more harmony with your horse, whether you ride trails or are a serious dressage competitor. A USDF Bronze Medal rider award recipient, Gaye's accomplishments in the show ring have been made on horses she has brought along herself, not on previously trained horses that were purchased to attain scores, and the journey has been part of her instruction; a clarity about dressage gleaned from the experience of learning the levels, and from training with some of the best in Southern California and the US. Gaye can help you ride better, with dressage instruction, and/or aid you to have confidence on the trail. She is also available to train your horse(s) during the week, if you are busy with a career and need them to keep fit and/or show ready. Professional and client references are available!

Kind, and compassionate, Gaye always puts the horse's interests first. She is also a certified equine sports massage therapist and a natural hoof trimmer. Her background in horses extends 30+ years and includes hunter/jumper, eventing, and exercising and massaging horses at the track, and riding for clients and trainers. Gaye has focused on dressage for the last 25 years. She works with problem horses and specializes in OTTBs.

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Dressage training and instruction, beginner to FEI. Lesson horses are available. Students are successful from Training level to FEI at shows. Training and Lessons available at WV Dressage in Waller Texas, and Versailles Riding Stables in Cypress Tx. Haul in welcome. Covered arenas. Clinics.... See More

Crystal has been teaching horseback riding lessons in the California Bay Area for more than a decade and has successfully brought students of all ages along from their first ride to the show ring and horse ownership. Now relocated to the Austin, Texas area she is available for lessons, training, and clinics. A United States Dressage Foundation Silver Medalist, Crystal herself is an active competitor in the dressage show arena and has competed through Intermediate while schooling all the Grand Prix. Some of her accolades include receiving the California Dressage Society Jane Jackson Scholarship which she used for clinics with George Williams and Alfredo Hernandez. She also received a grant from the Dressage Foundation for USDF instructor certification. She was a USDF All Breeds Champion and CDS East Bay Chapter champion in 2014, in years prior was open third champion and reserve training level. She has also coached a few of her juniors to multiple championships. She continues her education by attending lessons, clinics, and symposium. Crystal believes all horses can benefit from dressage and enjoys bringing along the talented super star and non-traditional horses. Crystal utilizes natural horsemanship ground work in concert with traditional dressage to create a happy, relaxed, and balanced partner.... See More

Rhythm & Balance dressage offers all aspects of training in classical and western dressage. We offer lessons, clinics, training, and sales packages.The focus is on the rider's position and aids, as well as, the horse's clear understanding of the rider, which is trained systematically and methodically, to attain harmony in the relationship between rider and horse. Amidst a fun and relaxed atmosphere, we combine knowledge and learning into each lesson and training session.... See More

Must contact us directly! Extremely knowledgeable,highly certified and experienced instructor. Expect results! Haul ins welcome.

Being that I am new to the area, I am looking to take on new clients. I am based out of Southern Sun Farm in Cleburne, but I am also able to drive to a location if needed.

I am well versed in several disciplines, as well as equine management. With an extensive background in the hunter/jumper circuit, certified veterinary technician, experience in everything from show jumping to reining, and a current education in dressage, I am able to offer a broad spectrum of knowledge.

My training system is strongly grounded in the principles of the German Training Scale. Starting with rhythm, relaxation, connection, straightness, impulsion, and collection - the purpose being to develop to the fullest the horse's mental and physical aptitude, and willingness to perform.

I follow the Conrad Schumacher methodology of training: "Enhancing the rider's physical and mental awareness to create maximum harmony with the horse is the cornerstone of the training philosophy. The focus on mental fitness and rider awareness are developed through the basic foundation of the scales of training, the prerequisites for optimum performance, and the selection of working patterns to achieve correct execution of movements throughout the levels."

Please contact me for more information on training for your horse, lessons for yourself, or for help selling or buying a horse. I would love to speak with you. Email me directly at or feel free to call me at . I may not receive your inquiry through this site.... See More

Freelance Training and Lessons Available within 45mins of Southwest Fort Worth

Also willing to work for a smaller facility in management or training and Lessons

I have a background in low level hunters, jumpers and eventing, however I have groomed up to the "A's". My forte is dressage, french classical to be precise. I have participated with my own horses who I have fully trained myself in clinics with John Lassatter, Edo Hoekstra. I have ridden for many years under MH Lessard (this is where my eventing background came from, she has regrettably deceased almost a year ago now) as well as Frank Grelo and a long time student of his.

I have an extensive background in handling stallions, young horses from new born all the way up as well as classical in hand training and long lining. In fact, all horses I work with are trained in long lining and in hand as I find it allows the horse to figure themselves out while learning new movements without the weight or confusion of a rider as well. Especially with babies. This also makes it possible to start young horses without ever putting weight on their back or overworking them mentally. With babies this allows them to learn impeccable manners as well. It also makes the backing process much less of a mind blowing experience as they for the most part understand about moving off pressure, rein pressure as well as touch points along the barrel that will be used further along with training be it forward or lateral.

I also strongly believe exposing horses in training to anything and everything to include trails if available. I believe trails to be an important part of training as it allows the horse to relax his mind and further understand the relationship and trust we want to achieve all throughout the training journey.

I also strongly encourage owners to be a part of the entire training process, so you can see, ask questions and I can explain things along the way. This also allows you to get hands on experience so you can continue working with your horse while I am not there.

As far as clients go, I am very good with all riders, especially nervous riders to include regaining confidence in jumping. I won't teach or train jumping over 2'9 as that does go beyond me! I can provide many references for training as well as teaching.

I can teach and train up to 2nd/3rd level. Lessons you must have your own horse as at this time I have not brought mine to the area.
Lessons are $45
Training is usually $35 but will give discounts to multiple horses at one barn. On site training now available out of Lake Trail Stables.

Must be within 45mins of southwest Fort Worth.
website is applegatestables.com
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Solid dressage training specializing in bringing along supple , confident horses. Only a rider with correct positioning, can influence the horse and create the harmony and artistic beauty dressage is known for. Dressage , a living art .

Dressage lessons and training for beginners to FEI in the North Dallas area. Whether your goals are to ride competitively, get to the next level, or simply to enjoy the benefits that dressage training can provide for any horse, USDF silver and bronze medalist, Janice Mauren, can develop a customized program to meet your needs. Boarding with top-notch care, daily private turn out and indoor arena with GGT footing.... See More

Professional Lessons by a National Champion Dressage Rider

All Levels accepted from beginner on up. Trainer of Champion horses and coach of Champion riders, specializing in classical training methods and test riding strategies with over 30 years of competitive dressage experience

My facility or yours. Your horse or mine.

Private lesson $75.00/hour at my facility. Series of 10 lessons $650.00. Additional fee for travel if I come to your facility. More information and Bio at www.centerlinesporthorses.com or call Colette Sossaman

I look forward to discussing your personal riding challenges and goals!... See More

Crystal Forsell is new to the Austin area out of California and is a USDF Silver Medalist experienced with bringing along many different breeds and types of horses. Crystal works with all ages and abilities. Her approach is ingrained with good horsemanship using exercises to help the horse understand what the rider wishes to achieve. At the same time looking to the rider to make sure they are giving clear aids from a good position. Crystal is always seeking to correct the root of the problem, not cover up the symptom. Crystal's clients have enjoyed much success furthering their partnership with their horse in and out of the show ring. Crystal is currently providing lessons, clinics, and training in and around the Austin area.... See More