Originally from Michigan, Bree Sprik has been an avid rider for over 30 years and working as a professional for over 20. She achieved her USDF bronze and silver medals on her beloved draft cross, Dante. She is a USDF “L” graduate with distinction who has also had a successful show career in show jumping, western riding – trail class in particular, and has dabbled in eventing and fox hunting.

Julie Lamberton’s name resonates with distinction across the equine industry, recognized both for her instructional prowess as a CHA Master Instructor and Certifier, and for her considerable competitive achievements. Specializing in the art of training and riding gaited horses, Julie Lamberton has honed exceptional skills that showcase the unique grace and abilities of these horses. Her expertise extends to in-hand work with horses, a testament to her versatile and comprehensive approach to equine training, prioritizing clear communication and mutual respect.

Rose Watt has been competing in Working Equitation since 2009. Beginning with a Riding Master’s dual major degree from Meredith Manor over 40 years ago, she and her students have shown successfully in Working Equitation, IALHA Nationals Morgan Nationals, Regional Dressage, and Quarter Horse Western Riding events. She believes Working Equitation is the perfect sport. It has a logical progression through the levels and allows both horse and rider to safely enjoy dressage, obstacles, jumping and speed. It’s the perfect place to gather, learn, and to enjoy great people and great events.

Holly Linz is an accomplished Dressage and Working Equitation trainer and clinician. Her training methods incorporate Classical Dressage principles with natural horsemanship to improve understanding and communication between horses and riders to bring them together in the most effective ways to reach their full potential. In addition to being a close student of Felicitas von Neuman Cosel for over 15 years, Holly also works with numerous professionals in several disciplines to continuously build her own experience and education.

Stephanie Hayes has been working in the horse industry all of her adult life as a rider, trainer and competitor in a variety of disciplines. For over twenty years she has been a natural horsemanship clinician blending in the fundamentals of dressage to riders of all disciplines and levels. In 2017 she attended her first Working Equitation clinic and was inspired to incorporate the training benefits into her programs. Since then she has become passionate about the sport, furthering her education at every opportunity, coaching, and successfully competing at Levels 1 through 5.