Performance Gypsy Horses for Dressage & Western Dressage
A Performance horse of a different color...
After years of instructing people and training horses of many breeds for Dressage, it became clear to me that the majority of my clients fit a certain description with similar wishes.
Many of my clients are middle aged, amateur adults, representing the majority of Dressage rider's in this country. While many of them own brilliantly moving Warmbloods, often, it is difficult for them to ride the big movement and to feel confident handling the sometimes tricky Warmblood behaviorism's. Additionally, I found that many of them did not have the time, dedication and/or desire it takes to ride the upper levels competitively. Instead, I found that these riders equally valued wanting to feel safe and experience other leisure equine related activities such as trail riding, horse camping with their friends, and experiencing a variety of other disciplines.
The athleticism, temperament and versatility of the Gypsy Horse fits these needs perfectly. From the Dressage competition arena to the trail, and as these riders age, of course, Gypsies make wonderful driving horses.
Many of my clients are middle aged, amateur adults, representing the majority of Dressage rider's in this country. While many of them own brilliantly moving Warmbloods, often, it is difficult for them to ride the big movement and to feel confident handling the sometimes tricky Warmblood behaviorism's. Additionally, I found that many of them did not have the time, dedication and/or desire it takes to ride the upper levels competitively. Instead, I found that these riders equally valued wanting to feel safe and experience other leisure equine related activities such as trail riding, horse camping with their friends, and experiencing a variety of other disciplines.
The athleticism, temperament and versatility of the Gypsy Horse fits these needs perfectly. From the Dressage competition arena to the trail, and as these riders age, of course, Gypsies make wonderful driving horses.
The Gypsy Dressage Horse
The United States Dressage Federation officially recognizes the Gypsy Vanner as an accepted dressage horse and now lists them in the USDF All Breeds Awards Program.
While there are Gypsy Horses competing successfully in the lower levels, and one at the FEI level, the breed is so new to the U.S. that they really have not yet had the time to achieve their full potential in the sport of Dressage. The Gypsy Horse can vary in body type, from the shorter and stockier cob to a little larger, more graceful and athletic body style. Certain bloodlines of this breed are carefully selected and specifically bred for performance. I have had the the pleasure of starting my first Gypsy Horse in 2008. After starting hundreds of young horses over the years, this one was the most enjoyable and easiest horses I had ever worked with. Quite simply, Gypsy Horses love people and strive to please. Their willingness is unmatched by any breed I have worked with and this has lead me to campaigning more of them in the sport of Dressage for their breeders and owners. I offer full training programs and showing services for Gypsy Horses and also offer assistance for anyone wishing to purchase a special and unique Gypsy Horse of their own.
While there are Gypsy Horses competing successfully in the lower levels, and one at the FEI level, the breed is so new to the U.S. that they really have not yet had the time to achieve their full potential in the sport of Dressage. The Gypsy Horse can vary in body type, from the shorter and stockier cob to a little larger, more graceful and athletic body style. Certain bloodlines of this breed are carefully selected and specifically bred for performance. I have had the the pleasure of starting my first Gypsy Horse in 2008. After starting hundreds of young horses over the years, this one was the most enjoyable and easiest horses I had ever worked with. Quite simply, Gypsy Horses love people and strive to please. Their willingness is unmatched by any breed I have worked with and this has lead me to campaigning more of them in the sport of Dressage for their breeders and owners. I offer full training programs and showing services for Gypsy Horses and also offer assistance for anyone wishing to purchase a special and unique Gypsy Horse of their own.
The Western Dressage Gypsy Horse
With their smaller stature, calm demeanor, and steady gaits, many Gypsy Horses are exceptionally well suited for Western Dressage. Western riders are seeking the Gypsy Horse as a wonderful partner for this fun sport that they can shine with in the show arena.
What is a Gypsy Performance Horse?
A quality Gypsy Performance Horse posses a body style, athleticism, and wonderful temperament capable of performance in a variety of specialized riding and driving showing disciplines, yet remains true to the pure bred Gypsy Horse. These are horses that offer a well rounded variety of skills and attributes, enhancing more than just what they were originally intended for. These horses do not only excel as driving horses, but are ideally suited for under saddle performance and show.
The Gypsy Vanner Horse is recognized by the United States Dressage Federation
http://www.usdf.org/
http://www.usdf.org/
The Gypsy Vanner Horse is an affiliated breed with the Western Dressage Association of America