"We specialize horseback riding lessons for women, who dream of being in the presence of a horse because they find it feeds their soul."
Recipient of the Kenneth R. Westcott Stewardship (of the horse) Award, 2015
Experience
Often, we find that it is we who need the relationship with horses as much or as more than they need us. Sometimes, horses can be our strongest connection to our own soul. Other times we find that they help us connect with the souls of other like minded people, our tribe, or perhaps I should say our herd?
I am grateful for relationships with horses and the people who love them. They have taught me far more than I could have ever imagined and enriched this experience we call life beyond my greatest expectations. So I express my gratitude not only to the those listed below, but also to every horse and person who has shared their journey with me. For without them, I would have learned little and helped few.
The list below is certainly not all inclusive. However, each person therein shared their knowledge and experience, and in doing so provided valuable insight. For this, they have my respect, gratitude and admiration.
- Dr. Allen Schoen, DVM and Susan Gordon, authors of The Compassionate Equestrian www.thecompassionateequestrian.com
- Shawna Karrasch, Connection Training-The Heart and Science of Positive Horse Training http://connectiontraining.com/
- Jean Luc Cornille, Science or Motion, Le Cadre Noir de Saumur graduate
- Linda Hoover, United States Refined Horsemanship (USRHA) Founder
- Robert Mayor, Classical Dressage Master, FN, BHSI
- Jessica Ransehousen, former U.S. Dressage Chef d' Equipe
- Missy Ransehousen, FEI Rider and Paralympic Coach
- Eicke von Veltheim, German Master
- Robert & Laura Hall, D. British Horse Society, Fulmer Int.
- Tom Curtin, Triple T Quality Horsemanship
- Annette Margot Palasthy, German Bereiter
- Klaus and Sabine Halfter, German Master
- Linda Symborski, of The Heritage
- Harold Chopping, Canadian Equestrian
- Dr. Pat Evans, British Horse Society "I" Instructor,
- Dale Barnett, APHA Judge
Endeavors include, but are not limited to: American Riding Instructor's Association (ARIA) Certified Riding Instructor since 1999 in Dressage, Stock Seat and Hunt Seat; Freelance Riding Instructor and Clinician; Lucky Braids Grooming Products Sales; United States Refined Horsemanship Association (USRHA) Founding Board Member/Approved Judge/Clinician; Instructor at multiple College/Universities (mounted and unmounted equine classes); Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) Riding Team Coach; Collegiate Judging Team Coach; Professional Groom and Rider for former Olympians.
"Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted a flame within us." Albert Schweitzer
Victory Land Dressage and Refined Riding, Melissa Deal, Wilmington NC Burgaw NC
Schedule your virtual or live intro session with horse behavior expert, Melissa Deal, and experience how to bond more intimately with your horse.
You are warmly invited to Coastal Carolina Compassionate Equestrian gatherings held monthly in the Wilmington NC / Burgaw NC area. Request to join the FB group or contact Melissa for more info.
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