08/16/2025
Help me welcome Maria to the Blue Horse Instructor team! We are so blessed to have her!
Maria Dorrill brings over 15 years of diverse experience in the equine industry, with a strong foundation in both English and Western disciplines. Her expertise spans Hunter, Jumper, and Classical Spanish Dressage, with additional experience in Reining and the Western performance world.
Maria specializes in the development of both horse and rider through a biomechanics-based approach, emphasizing harmony, communication, and physical correctness. Her teaching methods are deeply influenced by the philosophies of Klaus Hempfling and Manolo Mendez, focusing on the integration of natural horsemanship, in-hand work, and the art of “dancing with the horse.”
With a particular talent for working with young and challenging horses, Maria has built a reputation for cultivating trust, balance, and mutual respect in the training process. She incorporates holistic techniques, including homeopathic remedies and equine bodywork, to support the physical and emotional well-being of both horse and rider, aiming to create a seamless connection between the two.
In addition to her equestrian credentials, Maria has a background in law enforcement and is certified in First Aid, CPR, and crisis response. She currently shares her life with three dogs, a horse, and a very supportive fiancé.
