Dressage Training

Best of all worlds! At Heart to Hoof Horsemanship, Yvonne Welz combines her decades of classical horsemanship dressage training with a unique focus on compassionate horse care and riding. Specializing in bitless dressage schooling, and using natural body language to create a deeper horse-human bond, both on the ground and in the saddle. Many skilled riders are unaware that there are new European bitless bridle designs that enable correct flexion, and actually "feel" just like riding in a bit. Yvonne can help you choose the best bitless bridle design for your horse, and your exact needs.

Heart to Hoof Horsemanship: Riding lessons and horsemanship with Yvonne Welz in the Queen Creek/San Tan Valley area, available at Wishing Welz Ranch, or I can travel to your horse in the local area. Sweet, gentle, well-trained lesson horses are available (they are the real teachers!!). Students beginner through advanced, and lessons are customized to you. Children over age 8 are welcome. Seniors are welcome. And every horse lover in between.

Current rates: $45 per hour at Wishing Welz Ranch, or mobile lessons $55 per hour in Queen Creek/San Tan Valley (travel fees apply outside that area).

What "style" do I teach? No, it's not "English" or "Western" - it is the language of the horse, pure and simple! I do use comfortable "English" dressage style saddles and bitless bridles on my horses, but you can use any kind of tack you'd like, whatever you and your horse prefer.

Experience horses for the first time - riding or just being with horses and learning from them! There are lots of horse activities that can be done on the ground. Being around horses is healing to the mind, body, and spirit. Learning how to communicate with them using body language can create personal breakthroughs!

For the advancing horseperson: learn natural horsemanship skills, connecting and bonding with horses, schooling exercises to develop horse and rider including liberty work, in hand work, cavesson work. For the more advanced rider, learn collected riding skills. Specializing in bitless bridle use and selection, and transitioning horses to bitless riding. Partnership, love, and harmony with the horse always comes first!

We are a genuine holistic center: my other services include consultations for more natural horse care, diet and nutrition programs, natural health management, designing equine facilities and paddock set ups for better horse care, developing therapeutic rehab exercise programs for horses recovering from injuries, fine-tuning our communication with equines, and more!

Yvonne Welz is a professional horsewoman with over 30 years of equine management and training experience. Formerly a competitive dressage rider, she schooled many horses up to an advanced level and achieved national awards with them. Always focused on learning, she has studied the art of classical horsemanship for over 25 years, including the French classical methods. She has trained many horses from scratch, acquiring them as yearlings or untrained, starting them out under saddle and schooling them to higher levels. She has enjoyed giving riding lessons to children and adults since the 1990's. In the 2000's, she studied several different methods of natural horsemanship, and also trained in equine nutrition, saddle fitting, and barefoot hoof trimming. She was instrumental in helping to introduce the methods of natural barefoot horse care to the USA in 2000. In 2013, she embraced collected high school riding without the use of bits or spurs, and has not looked back. Enjoy her holistic approach and absolute love for the horse!

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The Rider’s Edge combines Balimo (Balance in Motion) and Pilates principles to improve rider movement and increase harmony between horse and rider.

Happy to once again announce his 2018 clinic dates

Sept 5 Located in Hanover, Pa
Nov 8 Located in Conowingo, Md
Dec 6 Located in Conowingo, Md
Would love to see some new faces !!

2019 dates will be announced in February.

Major Beale was a reserve rider for the British Equestrian Team for the 1960 & 1964 Olympic Games in Rome and Tokyo and won the Prestigious Burghley 3 Day Event in 1965. In recent years he re-entered the competitive arena in the field of dressage, competing with much success through Grand Prix and has earned his USDF Gold Medal. Major Beale has an extensive clinic circuit, which takes him the length and breadth of the country, as well as abroad.

We are excited to open up this clinic to everyone.
Jeremy happily teaches riders and horses of all levels, flat and/or fence work.
Cost $125 paid directly to him or
$160 to me for lesson + day stall + lunch
$15 to audit + lunch


Dressage training and teaching for both horse and rider.
As a trainer I prioritize the safety and well-being of horse and rider while using years of riding experience, theoretical knowledge and enthusiastic talent for teaching to inspire, encourage and mentor students. Ginger has started many young horses, excelled with difficult horses and believes that patience, clarity and praise are the key elements of successful horse training.
Specializing in the AA and YR , all breeds and levels of horses are welcomed.... See More

Welcome to Teamwork Dressage

Teamwork Dressage is a 2 barn, 11 stall boarding/training/lessons/sales dressage barn located at Jupiter FL. Our philosophy is: "We take the time to care."

Special offer for Fall 2018 and Winter 2019

We are excited to announce that we have 3 stables vacant for the winter season. If you would like to fill one or both stables we can off them at $1,500/month for the full season. These are not dry stables (unless you would prefer that). These stable are fully serviced with all the amenities that we accord to our own horses.
If you would like to add full Training ($1,200) or part time Training ($600) we will reduce the Board to $1,250/month.
We also offer full showing availability at both Schooling and Recognized dressage shows.
In addition we have safe school horses available for lessons at all levels. We teach English Dressage, Western Dressage and Eventing Dressage.Give yourself a Christmas dream come true!
Our barn atmosphere is fun and friendly, all horses enjoy the shaded stables and powerful fans. We have six shade cloth covered sand yards attached to the stables and every horse can spend some time to relax, roll, play and chat to the neighbors.Turnout is available in a safe field, horses also can enjoy the 'horse walker' right after breakfast. We also have a round yard for horses to exercise, train or play. Our regulation sized sand arena is also half covered in shade cloth and is kept in top condition. Most importantly we welcome all levels of riders!
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Indoor and outdoor arenas. Turnout in paddocks or pastures. Round pen, riding trails from barn. 100 x 250 indoor arena and large outdoor. Beautiful,clean, gated and secure. Fun people.
Full care, pasture board in three large irrigated pastures. Alfalfa and grass hay fed.... See More

Dressage/Hunters/Jumpers/Equitation: Potomac Horse Center Certified Instructor and NARHA Advanced Instructor. Served as Horsemaster for the 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 events. Hunter and Jumper trainer for over 40 yrs.... See More

HH Sensing offers horse training, problem horse retraining, colt starting. Any age, level of training and breed is welcome, normal gait and gaited horses. Our horses are currently competing in dressage, endurance and competitive trail We also have conducted clinics worldwide for any level or discipline and offer horsemanship instruction to our clients during their horse's training.
These Youtube videos illustrate our work:
Human Horse Sensing Starting a horse under saddle https://youtu.be/Sd0bHOq3yV0
Riding with Human Horse Sensing https://youtu.be/aEjX4F7bCuY
Human Horse Sensing: Fun with Friesians` https://youtu.be/ojdmY5bK2OE
Human Horse Sensing: Riding and drinking champagne https://youtu.be/u7sxZCtPLpE
Human Horse Sensing: A trainer’s day https://youtu.be/yMcKhWertME
Human Horse Sensing: liberty work https://youtu.be/2bTKqwY297c

Alessandra Deerinck is a Doctor in Veterinary Medicine with a comprehensive experience, covering many equestrian disciplines, that spans forty years. She has successfully raced as a jockey for twelve years in Italy, as well as has competed in jumping, dressage and endurance.
HH Sensing is located at La Fleur Farms In Escondido, California. We offer great boarding with arena (with lights for evening riding), round penn, turn outs, covered corrals and a barn with inn and out. From our location we also have access to an extensive trail system that allows for whole day outings.

HH Sensing has the wellbeing of horse and rider as the number one priority applying classical dressage and Human Horse Sensing horsemanship. We are dedicated to enhance your horse’s potential through exceptional and comprehensive care of their health. Alessandra offers complete nutrition and hoof care, including the transitioning to barefoot. Her clients learn how to use hoof boots and maintain their horse's hooves.
Along with training your horse, even when just starting or repurposing Human Horse Sensing provides the solid horsemanship foundation you need to be successful in any equestrian discipline and take challenges that we would not imagine being possible.
With HH Sensing, human being and horse work together through how they perceive the situations on the ground or the horse's back at any time of his life. We teach human and horse how to establish an active and dynamic dialogue that will assist them throughout any situation. Your horse can execute without being submissive and you can become a leader of leaders.

Give us a call today and set up your consultation!
Free lessons for you during your horse’s training!
WATCH Alessandra Deerinck's YOUTUBE videos
LIKE US ON FACEBOOK AT “HH Sensing“
READ Alessandra Deerinck's ARTICLES on eliteequestrian.us and IL MIO CAVALLO Italy
In training your horse do not guess, lead!
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I travel the upstate area teaching dressage lessons and training horses. I am an USDF bronze medalist and have almost completed my silver medal. I completed part 1 of the the USDF L Graduate program and have judged several schooling shows and ride a test clinics locally. I am currently competing at the Prix St George level on my TBred mare, Summer Blast and we are based out of Flying Changes Farm in Marietta, SC.
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Haven Hill Farm boasts a peaceful atmosphere for both horse and rider. We offer centered and balanced riding from beginning to advanced students of all ages. Our lesson program utilizes classical riding principles both on the ground and under saddle to strengthen both rider and horse, improve communication, and build a strong partnership between you and your horse. This form of riding is the foundation of all forms of riding. It will improve your riding regardless of your level or discipline. Lessons are offered year round during the day and evening. We also have talented horses available for lease to qualified students. Discounts are available on lessons when purchased as a monthly package. We have much to offer for the competitive or recreational rider.

We have a beautifully sited outdoor full size dressage arena with all weather synthetic footing. We also have a lovely WE or Working Equitation course. The WE obstacle course is designed for anyone that would like to teach their horse how to navigate trails, a dressage test, or a jump course and uses classical principles to do so. It is an extremely effective way to build confidence for riders and horses. WE is a very old sport in Europe and quickly gaining popularity in the states. Besides being a challenge to horses and riders, it's just plain fun! We also have a 50' round pen and numerous trails both on and off the property so there is no need to trailer your horse every time a trail ride is desired.

Our facility is conveniently located just off Troy Pike and the Bluegrass Parkway, 10 minutes from downtown Versailles, and just 25 minutes from the Kentucky Horse Park. We also offer boarding for your horse. We are proud of our program! Haul-Ins welcome with proof of negative Coggins!
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Individually tailored programs to help you achieve your optimal goals. TRAINING: Provide your youngster with a solid foundation. Increase the potential of your companion and athlete. Solve training and boredom road blocks. INSTRUCTION: Achieve your unique riding goals through improved horse-human communication with an emphasis on classical dressage principles. SALES: Align yourself with a professional to maximize your sale or optimize your purchasing budget. APPRAISAL: Authenticate the value of your horse for purchase/sale, an insurance retainer, donation or tax purposes, liquidation, loans, divorce, or bankruptcy. ASEA Certified Equine Appraiser... See More

2008-2009 Extreme Mustang Makeover Trainer. Dressage training through 4th level. Specialize in starting young horses under saddle and progressing through advanced work. Use Classical Dressage Training techniques coupled with Natural horsemanship Techniques to work with horses. Over 15 years experience.Showing from Local to National. Friendly, helpful facility. We want you to achieve your riding goals!... See More

Stephanie Blockley - Clarke has been a well respected, successful instructor, trainer, competitor for over 35 years. Receiving her initial foundation in Dressage from Dietrich von Hopffgarten for a number of years, she has always continued her education with teachers of high calibre such as Olympic judge Linda Zang She is currently hosting and participating in clinics at Meadowgate with Jeremy Steinberg and Wolfgang Scherzer. From Training level to FEI levels, Stephanie has school horses able to teach you the feel of the levels to which you aspire. All breeds are welcome for training, from proper groundwork training as yearlings on up. Novices with the desire to investigate their interest in dressage are welcome to come for lessons on their own horse or use a school horse in Meadowgate's kind, no pressure environment. Stephanie has been teaching riders the enjoyment of learning correct riding skills since the 1970's. She is currently bringing along training horses up the through the levels to FEI, as she has been doing for over 35 years. Whether you have never ridden a horse in your life or it has just been years, you will enjoy learning from Stephanie.

Located just off of Interstate 5 at exit 215, Stephanie Blockley - Clarke Dressage at Meadowgate offers a low key, friendly environment with competent, highly experienced staff for the care of your horse.

Meadowgate's 60 acre facility is unequaled in it's variety of options of mud free individual turnout pen, paddock, and pasture options, which is something that is increasingly difficult to find these days.

The very tall heritage barn with its great light and air offers extra large stalls, bright wash rack, 5 crosstie tack up stalls, indoor walking area for inclement weather, on-site laundry service.

Trails abound just outside the back gate, there is a bridle trail around the farm as well.

The covered 70ft x 200 ft arena surrounded by covered 15 ft aisleway has an adjacent outdoor 70ft x 200ft arena. Both arenas have sand and rubber footing that is diligently maintained personally by Stephanie to a very high standard. The arenas are available for haul - in usage by prior arrangement - $15/time or $80/ month unlimited.

Horses have individualized feeding and turnout programs. There is a late evening barn check by onsite staff.

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Melissa McKenzie is a USDF Bronze Medalist, Centered Riding Instructor, and classical dressage trainer based at her own Runaway Farms LLC. just outside of Knoxville TN. Melissa offers dressage instruction with a focus on the classical seat and centered riding position for riders of all levels, including those switching to dressage from other disciplines. She offers comprehensive dressage training for horses of all breeds, ages, and levels, from starting youngsters under saddle, to working with "problem" horses, with the ultimate goal of taking each horse and rider as far in dressage as they can dream! Whether your goals include showing, or just learning to correctly work with and enjoy your horse, Melissa can help you achieve them! Please call or text Melissa directly at the number listed, or visit her website www.runawayfarms.com for more information!... 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

LKMDressage strives to develop an individualized program for each horse and/or rider. Combining Dressage with natural communication with your horse. We teach with all equine sports in mind. Let us teach you and strengthen your basics for what ever discipline your are riding. Silver Medalist, Training and teaching for over 20 yrs.Ridden with Debbie McDonald, Lisa Wilcox, Ulf Wadeborn, BoTeblein(Head of the Swedish Riding School) Cathy Connelly, Charlotte Bridhal and now train on a regular basis with Jan Brons and Julio Mendoza. Please visit us at LKMDressage on facebook to learn more about us.... See More