Lessons – Della

Quote from Della – “When a child rides a horse, it is the first time in their life they get to make decisions and exert their will over another living creature.  This creature takes their wishes and turns it into reality. The reality could be a perfect jump or a perfect speed event.  This is more than learning to ride a horse, it is a developmental step along the journey of growing into the man or woman your child will become.”

Della’s been riding horses since she received her first pony at 4 years old. She went on to compete for a few years in English riding. She won several ribbons in a variety of events. Later she went into Western

speed events for the more family atmosphere. She rode in many open rodeos and went on to gain membership with NBHA 25, NBHA 30, TSA, STBRA, as well as the High School Region 9 Rodeo Team.  Over the years she won several saddles, buckles, various other prizes and qualified for state.

Della has attended a vast array of clinics not just for riding but hoof care, equine massage, theory and several others. Now she really enjoys teaching children as well as adults to not only ride a horse but to understand good horsemanship. She believes by learning a little about all aspects of the horse from tip to tail her students will enjoy a better ride not only in lessons but for the rest their life. She pushes her students to be active in understanding everything from dental care a horse requires, to making intelligent informed decisions about nutrition.  It’s all things that tie back to having a better ride on the horses back.  She also encourages her students to study different disciplines since her Western students can learn a little bit better balance from her knowledge of dressage and English students can learn a bit of quick thinking from her experience in Western speed events. She believes by learning a little about all aspects of the horse from tip to tail her students will enjoy a better ride not only in lessons but for the rest their life. The final goal for her students is to become a knowledgeable self sufficient rider.

Della is in charge of the drill team and the summer shows. If you would like any further information please feel free to send an inquiry thru the contact forum.

Advanced student may take a preset ability test for the chance to join the drill team.  Please email Della on the contact forum for more information.