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Melonie Kessler is an "S" judge that has earned her bronze, silver and gold medal during her 40 years of training, instructing and competing. Melonie graduated from the first "L" program over 20 years ago on her journey to her "S" license. Her commitment to proper horsemanship while producing a willing partner in competition is her philosophy in both training and while judging.
Melonie is a graduate of Pleasant Hollow Farms Horse Career School in Bucks County, PA.
Melonie lives in Moorpark, CA, training at Spirit Equestrian in Somis, CA.
She enjoys working with all horse enthusiast in clinics across the United States.
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WHAT MAKES AN EQUESTRIAN ATHLETE? ANSWERED BY MELONIE KESSLER
By MELONIE KESSLER - To become an equestrian athlete, one must first decide to whom are we referring? The rider or the horse. In today's world it is an easier path to find if we ... continue reading...
WHAT IS THE IMPORTANCE OF RIDING FORWARD? ANSWERED BY MELONIE KESSLER
By MELONIE KESSLER – The question of the importance of riding forward is a very interesting topic. For me, it is also over-thought and analyzed, like most dressage terms. Riding forward is a relative ... continue reading...
WHAT ARE THE PROS AND CONS OF SHOWING ANSWERED BY MELONIE KESSLER
By MELONIE KESSLER – What are the pros and cons of showing? Pros of showing: Aside from the obvious reasons for showing which are motivation to progress, ... continue reading...
RIDING FOR ALL AGES
By MELONIE KESSLER Riding for all ages for the rider Dressage is a fun and challenging sport, and no matter the age, can be enjoyed by everyone willing to work hard. As an "S" rated dressage ... continue reading...
