“My daughter has learned SO much from her lessons with Shawdee!  Not only is she professional and wise but also great with kids. She knows when to push for more to help them grow and when to encourage! Her knowledge and training has been excellent and I have watched my daughter grow quickly as a rider under Shawdee’s top quality guidance!”

— J.F.

“Working with Shawdee has been a transformative experience for me as a rider. Her dedication and expertise have shaped me into a better rider physically and empowered me mentally. Shawdee’s lessons are thorough and well-structured. She has great attention to detail and has a remarkable ability to break down difficult concepts into manageable pieces, allowing me to focus on specific areas each lesson. Her guidance and encouragement have boosted my confidence and skills. I am grateful for all the support Shawdee has shown me and her impact on my riding.”

— K.F.

“I've had the privilege of knowing Shawdee for many years, and I can't recommend her enough for anyone looking to develop their riding skills and or advance their horse's career. Her deep respect for the horses she trains is truly inspiring. Shawdee has a unique ability to truly listen to each horse, understanding their needs and bringing them along with patience and care. This dedication allows her to develop not just great riders, but also well-rounded horses.

Her approach to teaching is equally impressive. Shawdee makes lessons fun and engaging while ensuring the fundamentals are taught correctly. She has a special talent for creating an environment where both horses and riders thrive.”

– A.F.

“Great people, super knowledgeable, loving caring atmosphere for learning.”

— K.W.

“Shawdee provides great, educational teaching and lovely care for all her animals. It’s the perfect environment for advancing your skills as a rider and horse person.”

— E.S.

“Never in my life have I had such incredible and fast results from a trainer. Shawdee is a GENIUS and a major confidence boost for both my horse and myself, while still making us think (sometimes really hard). We have done a complete 360 in the lessons we’ve had, we’ve NEVER been rushed and ALWAYS encouraged. Moving 600 miles from home had me terrified, but I am extremely lucky to have joined the team with Bear and I cannot wait to see how far we go in the future.”

— J.C.

“I’ve only had one lesson so far, but I was blown away by her ability to connect with me as a rider and teach me in a way that acknowledged what I was struggling with while encouraging me to push just a little bit past my comfort zone. The result was measurable improvement after just one ride, and I cannot wait to see what else I can achieve in her program.”

— A.D.