Client Testimonials…
“Michala has taught my two daughters for many years in dressage, eventing and equitation, and helped me start my riding journey 2 years ago. She is extremely knowledgeable in all aspects of horsemanship and generously shares what she knows with her students. She is an amazing riding instructor, but even more than that, teaches her students what they need to know to be kind and responsible horse owners. Whether you are working on the basics, have goals of competing at higher levels, or just want to take the best care of your equine partner, she will help you get there.” -K.G.
“After 15 years out of the saddle, getting back on a horse as an adult made for some challenging moments. Michala has been a patient and effective trainer throughout each of those ups and downs over the last 7 years. Her commitment to the fundamentals is unparalleled through creative exercises and explanations that produce the intended outcome to continue to learn and grow. Above all, she’s committed to the well-being of the horse - whether a lesson pony, a free lease, or an expensive show horse - and has a keen ability to bring out the best in the horse and rider together.” -M.A.
“I have been riding with Michala for 3 years and in that time she has made me a more tactful, educated, and effective rider. I am relatively new to the eventing discipline and as a former hunter was admittedly quite nervous on cross country at first. Michala’s thoughtful training exercises and confidence-focused excursions made every single learning experience fun and productive. In a testament to the program and community she’s built I quickly dove all the way in, and in 2021 she helped me achieve a lifetime dream of mine by helping me buy my very first horse, a 5yo eventer! Together we’ve carefully brought him along as a team, tackling all the good days and hard days of owning a young horse, as both my horse and I benefit at every turn from her experience and grow more confident every day.” -B.F.
“Michala is an amazing instructor who truly cares about her students and their horses. During lessons, Michala provides constant feedback and never misses the smallest correction so her students can make immediate adjustments. She spends her weekends, including her days off, taking students to horse shows, off property schooling, and team competitions. My daughter has loved training with her for the past five years and has made great strides in hunters, jumpers, and eventing, including qualifying for regional and national competitions under her guidance. She’s looking forward to many more years training with her.” -J.R.
“I’ve been riding with Michala for about over 7 years, coming from 9 years of hunter/equation background, Michala helped me find my disciplines and passion for the sport. Michala has taken me from my first horse trial through recognized training and AEC’s. She’s leased to me her personal horse for almost 6 years, with which she has assisted us through our bronze scores and our 4th level silver scores. She has helped me through multiples leases along with the purchases of my first and second horses. Michala is dedicated to advancing her horsemanship knowledge on and off the ground to give her students and horses the best education and care possible.” -S.P.
“My daughter has been working with Michala for nearly 3 years and in that time, she has become an accomplished rider and her love for the sport has only grown deeper. Michala has not only trained my daughter in the technical aspects of riding, but she also helped her achieve personal goals and overcome fears. Michala has been there for us every step of the way whether it be determining the best training routine, preparing for shows or simply buying the right boots. Equal parts grace and grit, Michala is a phenomenal trainer, an excellent role model, a compassionate human being and an all-around impressive person.” -M.L.