Alex grew up in the United States Pony Club which curated her horsemanship skills and passion for assisting with the development of horses and riders. She has been working professionally in the horse industry since 2012 and got her start at Donida Farms working for Gwen Blake as a working student/assistant. She was given the opportunity to ride and show Gwen's 2 young KWPN horses and in 2016 earne
d her Bronze Medal on a Fresian/TB mare she had in training that she trained from 1st to 3rd level. Alex has worked with multiple professionals in the Pacific NorthWest from dressage, eventing and show jump trainers. George) on the wonderful San Corazon.
Alex strongly believes in taking opportunities to expand her own knowledge and continues to grow as an individual and trainer. She works closely with Jessica Wisdom on a monthly basis to help check in with her own riding and training. Attending symposiums and clinics regularly as a rider or auditor whenever she can is a large part of her continued education and desire to be the best trainer and coach she can be for her horses and riders. In 2019 Alex was chosen for the Through the Levels Symposium with Axel Steiner (2nd level) held at Donida Farm, as well as the Cindy Ishoy Clinic (3rd level). She encourages her students to attend clinics as much as possible as she feels everyone has something to teach and learn from others. Regardless of your goals with your horse, dressage can help you reach them. Alex teaches a wide variety of horses and riders of different disciplines and enjoys working with anyone who wants to learn and grow. Her training program is diverse as she believes a happy athlete is one who is exposed to a multitude of environments. Trail rides and cavaletti work are a laid back and fun way to switch up the monotony of arena work. Its imperative that our dressage partners feel a sense of joy in their work and Alex strives to help each individual find their perfect program where they will shine.
