Kimberly Dunlap Coaching

Kimberly Dunlap Coaching Balance & Harmony through Biomechanics. Welcome to Willow Ridge; a place where the care and comfort of the horse is first and foremost.
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Where you'll find a small group of like-minded adult riders who have become supportive friends and family. Where riders of any breed of horse, discipline, or ability are welcome and encouraged. Where you can study and immerse in the principles of classical dressage, biomechanics and horsemanship. Where we work first for the preservation, enhancement, and improved soundness of the equine mind and b

ody and where care is customized to the individual. We strive for a holistic approach to development; one that balances training with nutrition, husbandry, correctly fitting tack, and mental and emotional health. Where competition is encouraged but never demanded, and that success in the show ring is trumped only by the successful cultivation of a deeper connection with our equine partners. We currently have a group of riders ranging from novice to 4th Level. Established in 2012, Willow Ridge is located on 23 picturesque acres near Hudsonville, MI. Here you will find a truly private retreat – close to town but worlds away. Willow Ridge is owned and operated by Brian & USDF Bronze Medalist Kimberly Dunlap

05/20/2026
Big things coming! Selling the farm was such a bittersweet decision but I always knew I would continue teaching and doin...
04/23/2026

Big things coming! Selling the farm was such a bittersweet decision but I always knew I would continue teaching and doing clinics. Still, such a big change was scary. I am so excited to say that many great things are falling into place and I'm beyond excited for the next chapter!

Stay tuned, lots of announcements coming to this space!

We love our sponsor and partner The Derby Tavern!!
04/18/2026

We love our sponsor and partner The Derby Tavern!!

A good tavern isn’t just about the drinks.

It’s about the familiar faces.

The bartender who knows your order.

The table that always turns into a longer night than planned.

Stop into The Derby Tavern tonight and pull up a chair with familiar faces. Post a photo on your social media, tag , and show us The Derby Tavern faces you love!

04/17/2026

❤️🐴 Stumbled upon this while I was looking back on our farm pictures. 🥹

It’s been a great ride. ❤️

Looking forward to the next chapter - meeting new people and horses, teaching more clinics, and continuing to grow with my clients that will go forward with me. 🫶

We have a lot of new horses here, several whom are rehabs. It’s a good reminder that horse training goes so much deeper ...
08/26/2025

We have a lot of new horses here, several whom are rehabs.

It’s a good reminder that horse training goes so much deeper than saddle work; that the mind, body, and understanding also need to be so much of the equation.

That the final “tests “ are just that - the exam to make sure you understand the chapter homework. You must show your step by step work. There must bea systematic process .

There are no shortcuts.

If the mind doesn’t comprehend, harmony cannot be achieved. If the athlete does not have someone looking out for and developing correct biomechanics, not just under saddle but even in preparation or maintenance of that activity, they will not feel or perform their best.

If they are not fueled by appropriate nutrition, have their social or free-movement needs met, or their tack doesn’t feel comfortable, etc, etc, then there can be no true harmony in the work.

All needs must be met. Cross training must exist. Preparing for tests without full understanding of the material will not yield long-term, sustainable success. Eventually, and abruptly, you will hit a brick wall.

At that point, the only choice you have is to go back to basics, go back to the fundamental needs of the horse, start over, and rebuild. — at Willow Ridge - Sport & Performance Horses.

Worked on the cabin island a bit today. Lots to do but just picking away a little at a time. I’m in love with the pink h...
08/10/2025

Worked on the cabin island a bit today. Lots to do but just picking away a little at a time. I’m in love with the pink hostas I added today and the Japanese Maple that was there ❤️🫶

Fun! 🤩 That’s all I can really say. Edie handled the electric environment so well, she’s come such a long way from the e...
07/06/2025

Fun! 🤩 That’s all I can really say. Edie handled the electric environment so well, she’s come such a long way from the explosive, reactive pony I started with. It’s what true partnership feels like - the kind you only get after years of working together. Having her here this weekend brought me so much joy. It’s not the prizes or the ribbons, but the gratitude I have to be able to do this that is what I’m most thankful for.

As always, Carrie Wilson was an amazing coach. I also had the luxury of having a groom this weekend, and Danae made my life so easy - I felt like I was on Showcation!!! What a blessing that was.

My fellow teammates at Wilson SportHorses were a blast to be with as well, and I’m infinitely happy that my own clients and were here to share this experience with me!!!

Oh, did I mention we got 2 qualifying scores 🤷‍♀️😜☺️🥰🙌👏👌

Huge thank you to , .farmers.elevator, .realestate, , and !!!

Blue skies & green grass. Summer at Willow Ridge. Our beautiful “hack track” - over 1/2 mile of groomed bridle paths.
07/01/2025

Blue skies & green grass. Summer at Willow Ridge. Our beautiful “hack track” - over 1/2 mile of groomed bridle paths.

We are so excited to present this clinic for Midwest Dressage Association at the McPhail Equine Performance Center at MS...
06/11/2025

We are so excited to present this clinic for Midwest Dressage Association at the McPhail Equine Performance Center at MSU this fall!

Equisonic Productions and I have been collaborating on these Freestyle Clinics for several years and have now produced many amazing Freestyles together!

Info on clinic here: https://www.midwestdressage.org/events.html

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Hudsonville, MI

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