Trainers & Staff

Gabriele was raised in Germany and gained her first riding
experiences there, starting at the age of 7 and continuing through
today. She has ridden both English and Western for most of her life.
Her adult riding has consisted of many clinic's in Germany, England
and the United States, as well as riding and competing on the A show
hunter circuit as an adult amateur, amateur owner and amateur
jumper for the last 20 years. "I really love to see my students learning
how to care for and respect such an amazing animal as the horse. I
consider it a very unique privilege to work with the horse and my
students". Her philosophy is to teach the student how to ride and
care for a horse properly, not just to be a passenger.

Julie was a top junior and amateur rider in the Houston area before
turning pro. She excels in equitation and that foundation shines
through in her students. A patient but "no excuses" trainer, Julie is
well respected by her students and the horse community. Her
students are always in the ribbons at the shows. Her horse is
Gwendolyn, an American Warmblood mare.

Kirsten grew up learning to ride, teach and train from her mother. A
successful pony hunter rider, she competed on the Texas and East
coast circuits. She is currently living in Orlando, Florida, training with
Keren Halperin Guy at MG Sport Horses. Competing on the Florida
"A" Circuit, and riding with top riders and trainers has given her
invaluable experience and knowledge. She will soon return to
EMLEC. Her horse is Notion, a Thoroughbred Gelding.