Training

As stated by one of Susie's long term students: “Susie has the combination of world class FEI training (and experience) and a big heart for amateur riders and their horses”. Full training and lesson board options are available at Ovation Farm for green-broke to FEI level dressage horses. Horses and riders are thoughtfully trained using classical dressage training techniques. Each horse and rider has an individual training program and plan designed by Susie in conjunction with the client.

Lessons

Susie provides private dressage and lunge line lessons. A standard lesson is 45 minutes unless a training issue necessitates a longer or shorter session. Students are encouraged to watch other lessons.

Trailer-in students are welcome. School horses are available for students without their own horse.

Clinics

Susie is available for full and half-day clinics. Please contact Encore Sporthorse at info1@encoresporthorse.com to make arrangements.

Clinics with well known and respected clinicians are regularly scheduled at Ovation Farm. Participation in Ovation Farm clinics by “outside” clinicians is by invitation only, unless otherwise stated. Encore Sporthorse students have priority in all Ovation Farm clinics.

Coaching

Coaching is available to all students at schooling and recognized shows. Coaching is available to full-training clients at no additional charge and to others by arrangement. Susie works with each student to design a show plan suited to their individual abilities, goals and schedule. Team Encore is a supportive group of Susie's students who have a great time showing in local schooling shows and USEF/USDF recognized shows in Region 1.

 

Purchasing a horse

Susie works hard to find the most suitable horse for her clients, based on their abilities and budget; she has been successful at matching many of her students with their horses.

To accomplish this, Susie has extensive local contacts as well as a relationship with a respected importer of Warmblood horses. She is available to work closely with you to find the perfect dressage partner or to review a video of a horse you may find on your own.