Alt Dressage

Alt Dressage Horses first, in everything we do. Alt Dressage is a small training program with an alternative view to horses and horsemanship.

The focus for the program is to be horse forward in thinking, and to incorporate methods that put the horses, their well being, and best interests first. In teaching and training, we look to put a focus on more positive methods, horsemanship, ground work, and teaching clients to help their horses as a way to help themselves, along with teaching correctly ridden foundations and basics. We offer full and partial training, individual lessons, and mobile lessons.

As we come to the end of Pride Month, we wanted to recognize one of the quiet strengths of our sport: it brings people t...
06/28/2025

As we come to the end of Pride Month, we wanted to recognize one of the quiet strengths of our sport: it brings people together in a way that erases many of the usual barriers. Men and women compete side by side. Gender identity doesn’t determine who gets to enter the ring or who can be great. Skill, connection, and partnership are what matter.

Horses and barn life offer something rare and powerful: a place to just be. A place where you’re not asked to explain or change, but simply show up with kindness and care. Horses don’t care how you identify—only that you show up with softness in your hands, intention in your seat, and love in your heart.
What makes this community so special is its potential to become a chosen family—a place of safety, growth, acceptance, and joy. Alt Dressage will always stand as an open door to anyone who needs that family, a place to feel safe, and most importantly, a place to be with horses.

So during Pride—and always—we celebrate the riders, grooms, trainers, barn kids, and friends who make this sport more vibrant, more open, and more true.

𝐁𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐢𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐝𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐨𝐫 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐲, 𝐰𝐡𝐲 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐰𝐞?🐴💕🏳️‍🌈

𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗮𝗿𝗲.Whether you’re picking up dressage (or riding) for the first time at 7 or 57, stepping into anything...
06/23/2025

𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗮𝗿𝗲.

Whether you’re picking up dressage (or riding) for the first time at 7 or 57, stepping into anything new takes courage. The journey doesn’t begin until you take that first step—and waiting until you feel “ready” or “qualified enough” will only hold you back. It’s not always graceful or easy—but the wins are always worth it.

This sport has a way of meeting you where you are and offering something valuable in return: discipline, connection, patience, and a skill set that’s built one step at a time.

Age, skill, and experience don’t define your starting line—showing up does.
Wherever you are, whatever your goals, there’s a place for you in the court!

Put in the work now—your future self will thank you.Taking the time to get strong in your position, clear in your aids, ...
06/22/2025

Put in the work now—your future self will thank you.
Taking the time to get strong in your position, clear in your aids, and thoughtful in the details pays off in the long run. The finesse doesn’t come from shortcuts—it comes from showing up, making corrections, and riding with intention every day. 🎯🐴

𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗺-𝘂𝗽 𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗦𝗘𝗙 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝗶𝗮 𝗟𝗲𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗵𝗶𝗺𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳—𝗕𝗼𝗼 (𝗮𝗸𝗮...
06/20/2025

𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗺-𝘂𝗽 𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨𝗦𝗘𝗙 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝗶𝗮 𝗟𝗲𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗵𝗶𝗺𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳—𝗕𝗼𝗼 (𝗮𝗸𝗮 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗿𝘀).

Heading to Festival was an unforgettable adventure, and getting to support Julia Lee on such a big stage was nothing short of inspiring. We’re endlessly grateful for the opportunity, the memories, and of course, Boo (and his mom Deanna!)—who carried us all with their incredible hearts and generosity💕

Photo by Jackie Moran

It’s been a little quiet around here, but only because we’ve been busy in the best way. New faces are joining the team, ...
06/16/2025

It’s been a little quiet around here, but only because we’ve been busy in the best way. New faces are joining the team, familiar ones are back home, and we’re getting geared up for a summer full of shows, clinics, and horsey fun in the sun. Stay tuned—the summer’s just getting started! ☀️🐴

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Save the Date 📆We’re excited to welcome Sandy Savage Dressage back in July for another weekend packed with learning and ...
06/13/2025

Save the Date 📆
We’re excited to welcome Sandy Savage Dressage back in July for another weekend packed with learning and progress!
Spots will fill quickly—reach out via text, email, or message to sign up or get more information!

In riding— like in life — every failure is an opportunity. An opportunity to learn, to make a correction (not a punishme...
05/19/2025

In riding— like in life — every failure is an opportunity. An opportunity to learn, to make a correction (not a punishment), and to try again.

Failing forward means embracing the process, trusting the partnership, and knowing that growth lives in the little moments.

To keep going means you’re doing better than you think.

Perfection doesn’t happen overnight, but progress does. Every ride counts, and every ride leaves us with the opportunity...
05/16/2025

Perfection doesn’t happen overnight, but progress does. Every ride counts, and every ride leaves us with the opportunity to improve— even if it’s 0.000001% better than yesterday.

The team hit the road this past weekend for our third show in as many weeks, attending the first show of the season in t...
05/13/2025

The team hit the road this past weekend for our third show in as many weeks, attending the first show of the season in the American Sporthorse! While temperatures at home soared into the 90s, we were lucky to enjoy ideal horse show weather and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.

☀️Elliot and Bosley continue to grow as a team, delivering a strong performance in the ring. They didn’t just come home with ribbons—they gained valuable insights to refine their test riding.
☀️Kyla introduced the newest member of our program, Frances FAV II—better known as Francisco. Despite having joined us only a month ago, this young horse impressed with his composure and rideability in the show environment.

We are so grateful to have another fantastic, well-organized show close to home, and we’re already looking forward to the next one!

Happy Mother’s Day to our amazing AD Barn Moms! You’re the glue, the fuel, and the magic behind this wild and wonderful ...
05/11/2025

Happy Mother’s Day to our amazing AD Barn Moms! You’re the glue, the fuel, and the magic behind this wild and wonderful traveling circus. From barn chores to road trips, snacks to support systems—you do it all with heart (and probably a lot of caffeine). We see you, we love you, and we definitely couldn’t do this without you. Cheers to you🥂

“Riding is, therefore, an ongoing, never-ending, challenging process. That aspect makes riding so intelligent and signif...
05/09/2025

“Riding is, therefore, an ongoing, never-ending, challenging process. That aspect makes riding so intelligent and significant an effort. One merely strives, never arrives.”
— Charles de Kunffy

01/20/2025

SAVE THE DATE: 📅 Sunday, May 4, 2025. "May the horse be with you" during the Gavilan Chapter - California Dressage Society show at The Acres / South Bay Horse Ranch. 🐴⭐️🌟

Class list and registration coming soon!

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Gilroy, CA
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