I have been riding and jumping horses for over 27 years in the US, UK, and Germany. My background started in Equitation, moved to Jumpers, Fox Hunting, Polo, Competitive Medieval Equestrian games, Dressage, and ‘Natural Horsemanship’ training. Some exciting discoveries for me along this journey have been horse psychology,Centered Riding® and dressage. All involve the art of communicating with horses on more subtle levels. Working in harmony and communicating with these wonderful animals is the most amazing thing. I love the challenge of working with them and I love teaching riding. My philosophy of teaching is this; rather than striving toward an arbitrary and stiff "ideal", I would rather develop programs appropriate to a rider's needs, abilities, and goals, encouraging independent thought and creative problem solving. With an eye toward Centered Riding® and natural horsemanship, I help my students build and strengthen the fundamentals of a solid seat, independence of seat from hands, and safe control of the horse. I help you get the most out of yourself and the horses you ride.