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Anna and Diamond Kite

Anna Speer
Anna Speer, a CHA certified riding instructor, has worked with horses and children all her life. As a child, Anna participated extensively in two backcountry riding camps in Washington state, moving up through the ranks to help design and direct the programming. Anna studied Equine Science at Montana State University, graduating in 2009. Her college summers were spent directing the riding program for YWCA Camp Westwind on the Oregon coast. After graduation, Anna traveled to the UK to become a working student for David Pincus, diving headfirst into the world of classical dressage. She now actively trains and competes through 3rd level with MDA.
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Anna is a vivacious, personable instructor who couples a thorough understanding of the kinesthetics of riding with a sense of playfulness. She feels that dressage fundamentals are not only applicable but also necessary in every other riding discipline. Her extensive experiences with horse camps, both as a participant and as a director, have led her to believe passionately in the positive impact that the right horse and the right instructor can have on a child's personal growth. She specializes in young riders and beginners of all ages.
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Lessons with Anna are $45 for a 1-hr lesson with an MDA school horse (including tack-up/tack-down time), and haul-in lessons are also available. Contact Anna directly to schedule lessons at anna@midsouthdressageacademy.org

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Anna and a student discussing abdominal strength

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Anna spreading the love at Camp Westwind