Dressage Training in Fort Mill, South Carolina (York County)

Deanna Thompson is a dressage trainer, instructor, bronze medalist and competition judge for the United States Dressage Federation. Flexible and willing to travel, Deanna "enjoy(s) judging as it enables me to be helpful in some way during every single movement of the test. I am positive and generous, as my goal is to encourage the sport rather than dishearten riders’ efforts". No matter the age or level, all training is focused on balance, safety and clear communication for a better partnership with the horse. Deanna has extensive education training all levels of horses to produce supple and sound athletes and is featured in the book "Backing the Young Horse" by Grand Prix trainer Carolyn Rose.... See More

Gold, Silver, Bronze USDF USEF medalist. Dressage trainer. With German riding degree. Worked like dressage rider and trainer in Russia, Germany, Israel, Texas US, London,ON Canada, now back to SC, Inman.

Equestrian trainer David Donnelly of French Light Dressage in South Carolina brings over 30 years of experience training classical and competitive dressage horses and riders from start through all movements of the Haute Ecole or Grand Prix. David trains with a holistic combination of the French classical and modern schools. Use of correct gymnastic lunging, work in hand, slow correct work in pillars, and riding with a primary focus on lightness and relaxed responsiveness makes French Light Dressage a proactive choice for owners. Horses experience correct progressive development. Riders develop sophistication, harmony, and progress in their own riding experience.

David is available for clinics nationally, and training on a limited basis. Please explore and contact us through our website, and call to learn more about our services which include beginner through advanced lesson programs. We look forward to supporting you, and learning more about you, your horse, and how we can help you accomplish your goals!... See More

A horse that is truly balanced, forward and straight, is a joy to ride. A horse that understands every nuance of its riders aids is happy to begin its work each day. Happy, fit, healthy horses are the goals of dressage, and the core of the Bramblewood program. From youngsters to problem horses to school masters, our trainers are educated, intuitive and dedicated to bringing out the best in you and your horse.... See More