Trainer Spotlight on Ashley Donadt How long have you been training Dressage? I've been riding dressage for 18 years (I was hooked at the young age of 10!) and I started my own training business two years ago. What's your favorite memory from your time as a trainer? Overall, it's the little steps forward each day and anytime I've been able to make a difference for the better in my horses or students. Being able to witness and help them reach their epiphany or "aha!" moment is

Trainer Spotlight on Shayna Simon How long have you been training Dressage? I have been training dressage for 9 years. What's your favorite memory from your time as a trainer? My favorite time as a trainer is when my clients feel movements, suspension or true impulsion for the first time. It’s very exciting to watch them feeling the “power and elegance” of the horse when they give you their bodies! Tell us about your favorite horse that you've trained or owned. My favorite ho

Trainer Spotlight on Bettina Loy How long have you been training Dressage? I have been really riding since I was 11 and been training here in San Diego since 1996. What's your favorite memory from your time as a trainer? One of my favorite memories is going with Guenter Seidel to the 2000 Olympics in Sydney, Australia Tell us about your favorite horse that you've trained or owned. I have to say I don’t have a favorite horse I trained or owned. They are all unique and each one