i have been an enthusiastic equestrian for nearly three decades. i started off as a horse-crazy kid in portola valley pony club, and have had the good fortune to train under many exceptional hunt seat, stock seat, and dressage trainers throughout the years. i have competed successfully in hunters, equitation over fences, western pleasure, trail, halter, showmanship, horsemanship, endurance, and western dressage at the local, regional, and "rated" levels. in 1997, i graduated from lamar community college's horse training and management program, specializing in starting colts. since that time, i have enjoyed riding, teaching, and training at many locations throughout the bay area. i have also completed the equine management program at santa rosa junior college. i am always one to further my education by studying with other trainers i consider mentors.
i am passionate about creating happy, relaxed, willing, and obedient horses, as well as helping their riders gain confidence and develop effective communication skills and correct equitation. |