GVDS-Member Trainers
Megan Bretey
970-250-5812
Megan Bretey Dressage
2242 Signal Rock Ct
Grand Junction CO 81505
Training, lessons, boarding
Megan Bretey, an FEI rider and trainer, provides correct training for the rider and horse. She is a compassionate coach and rider putting the horse first. Megan Coaches riders of all levels and breeds, believes Dressage is for every horse. She has years of experience working for many different trainers across the country, most notably Tina Konyot, a member of Team USA at the 2010 WEG and 2012 Olympics. A USDF “L” Graduate, and USDF Bronze and Silver medallist. She won team Bronze at the NAYRC for Region 5, and was Region 5 PSG Champion in 2004. Several of her students have qualified for regional and national Championships in both traditional and western dressage. Limited Boarding available, stalls with runs, turn out pasture, and full size dressage arena.
Tammy Fagan
970-712-1957
Fagan Farms, LLC
1257 Q Road
Loma, CO 81524
Lessons, training, coaching, boarding
Fagan Farms, LLC is a Full Care training facility specializing in Dressage for all disciplines. Tammy trains horse and rider together through the classical dressage training system that teaches the rider to communicate with the horse in a way that produces rhythm, relaxation, balance, obedience to the aids, and a trusting partnership with your horse. Whether you ride English, Western, or Trail; want to show or ride for pleasure, you and your horse can benefit. Tammy coaches students at the local dressage shows in traditional dressage, western, and gaited dressage. The showing experience is full of camaraderie, education, and teamwork. She has 35 years experience as a professional dressage instructor/trainer. Has trained many different breeds of horses. Beginners welcome - Adults and children, family rates. School Horses available. Come join us at a great facility including a 140 X 300' Sand Arena with a 20 X 60m dressage arena, and round pen. Great footing year round! Full service Boarding. Paddocks with shelters, 12 X 14' Stalls, warm water wash bay, tack room, and restroom. Facility Owners, Instructor/Trainer on site.
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Laura Gilmer
(802)377-7736
Training, lessons
Are you looking for a a positive and patient teacher? Someone who offers compassionate and thoughtful training in the comfort of your own space?
My name is Laura, of Down to Earth Dressage, and I focus on teaching horsemanship, and classical dressage with softness. I love to teach riders of all ages and abilities to be better partners to their horses!
I am a USDF Bronze and Silver Medalist, and I’ve successfully trained many horses and riders up the levels. I have a strong knowledge in rider biomechanics, and have worked alongside a physical therapist to help my students be the best riders they can be! I enjoy helping riders gain confidence and reach their goals!
Norwood, Colorado
Sophia Harris
970-462-7343
Versatile Equine, LLC
21660 E Rd
Delta, CO 81416
Training, lessons
Training and lessons. Multiple years of experience showing/training in both Western and Classical Dressage. 3x AQHA High Point Dressage Winner (Training, First, and Second Level). 5x WDAA World Champion (including an Open Division Champion). Winner of the inaugural AQHA Western Dressage Stakes class at the 2020 AQHA World Show.
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Jen Hibpshman
970-261-5513
Roy Yates Horse Training, Inc.
2033 J Rd.
Fruita, CO 81521-0896
Training, lessons, boarding
Owner, trainer, manager. Over 25 years experience and successful record of training, showing, and teaching Western Dressage and Western disciplines
-Indoor and outdoor arenas and round pens with good footing
-Year-round riding, training, and lessons
-Full care facility with indoor heated barn and routine turn-out.
Dr. Susan Schneider
970-209-1744
Cedar Creek Dressage, LLC
66740 Otter Rd.
Montrose, CO 81401
Training, lessons
Lessons and Riding/Training for all levels and degrees of skill. Lessons at the farm are in an indoor arena. It is quiet, low stress and has mirrors so you can see as you ride. Susan is also available for clinics. She believes in Classical training, no gimmicks or shortcuts. Just correct riding/training. The welfare and well-being of the horse comes first. Susan can help you improve your riding, feel more comfortable on and with your horse, work out training and riding issues or help with ground work.
Susan, a USDF Bronze, Silver, and Gold USDF Medalist, has been an equine veterinarian for 38+ years and has been heavily involved in the dressage sport for 45 years. She has worked with many types of horses at all levels and with a multitude of trainers and instructors both in the USA and Germany and Austria.
These are just some of Susan's achievements:
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USEF Region 5 Grand Prix Open Champion 2015
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RMDS PSG/Intermediare I Champion 2010
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Paragon CDI* Ch. Intermediare I Freestyle 2010
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Paragon CDI* Res Ch Intermediare I 2010
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USEF Region 5 PSG/Intermediare I Res Champion 2009
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USEF Reg 5 Intermediare I Champion 2007
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And a myriad of other achievements at all levels.
Inka Spatafora
970-260-2660
Spatafora Equitation
1339 M 3/4 Road
Loma, CO 81524
Training, lessons
I am a classical dressage trainer with the focus on biomechanics of horse and rider. I enjoy working with all different breeds and disciplines. My focus is on a correct, independent seat; straightness and suppleness of horse and rider; application and timing of the rider's aids and the importance of the rider's core. I am looking forward to giving you the tools you need to better understand your horse. Home of the Andalusian Horse!
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Starting young horses and bringing them up the levels utilizing classical dressage training based on biomechanics. The importance of the riders seat and aids - the independent seat. The “in and outs” of showing. Corrective training & re-schooling for all ages of horses. Therapeutic riding for the recovering horse. Trail riding, de-spooking, trailer loading. Solving Fear issues through progressive schooling.