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About Tammy
Contact Info--circlesofhorses@gmail.com
The Science & Art of Dressage HOME
Lessons and Clinics
TAMMY FIFER CERTIFICATIONS & BIO:
CLASSICALLY TRAINED from the lines of Alois Podhajsky and Nuno Oliveira
Lessons, Clinics & Seminars given on:
Dressage, Jumping, Centered Riding Principles; Massage, Biomechanics, and Saddle Fit (Private and Group lessons also given in all areas)
Clinics given in:
Florida - West Palm Beach, Cocoa, Ocala, Palm Bay
Virginia - Richmond, Middleburg
Maryland - Deal, Millersville
Indiana - Greenville, Paoli, Florence, Veyvey, Indianapolis
Ohio - Cincinnati
Kentucky - Louisville, Lexington, Shelbyville, La Grange
Dressage -Related Jobs:
Dressage Instructor for on-line B.A. Programs 2004-Current www.horsecoursesonline.com (Online Courses) Degrees presented by: Breyer University, Iyuptala University, Austin Community Center, Scottsdale Community College, Kanadiana International Equestrian Center, Equine Studies Institute
Dressage Instructor/Trainer 2000-Current
Showed and trained horses and riders through 4th Level.
Therapeutic Massage and Saddle Fitting 2001-Current
I perform these services at show grounds, endurance rides, clinics, private stables, and my stables.
Instructor and Coach for 2001-2007 Mentally-Challenged Children and Adults: Worked closely with a Doctor of Psychology. I Taught High-Level Functioning, At-Risk, children and adults to handle, tack up and ride horses. Preparing and showing horses was also part of the program as they honed their skills. Working with them helped me refine my communication skills between horses and riders.
Trainer 1999-2000 Valhalla Farm, (Eventing Stable), Florida
Started 4 year olds and worked horses through the upper levels. Dressage Trainer, Instructor & Youth
Equine Trainer/Coach 1986-1999 Yonder Hill Arabians and Amber Acres :
Trained Arabians (and other breeds) in all disciplines; organized Summer Camps and Youth Programs; trained and coached children and adults in dressage and jumping.
Junior Rider of the Year—Dressage; Space Coast, Florida 1983
Dressage Teachers and Philosophies : An avid learner, I spent most of my time learning from Barbara McNew, Grand Prix rider (a 10 year working student of Linda Zang’s), and Betty Lindquist (a long time working student of Nuno Oliveira’s). Additionally, I worked with prominent Centered Riding instructors Susan E. Harris and Wendy Murdoch.
I have also gained knowledge by participating in many clinics given by such notables as: Carole Lavelle, Michael Poulin, Greta Wrigley, Col. Schumacher, Dorrie Addy, Jean Brinkman, O’Shea, Julie Weiss, Lendon Grey, and Charlotte Trentleman, L. judge.
Always working on continuous improvement, I have Betty come up from Florida to work with me and my students a few times a year, or I try to get back down there so I can work with her and some of my students down there.
Additionally, I continue my learning through lessons with both Susan E. Harris and Wendy Murdoch whenever possible. I attend other clinics, with similar philosophies, when available.
Publications by Tammy:
"The Healing Touch", Dressage & CT, October, 1995. Vol. 109,
"Improper Neck Flexion", Equine Biomechanic Pamphlet, self-published, 1998. Online ArticleTitle: "How to Use Your Seat" Published, Feb. 2008, to a web site at: http://www.learningabouthorses.com/ Article Title: "FeaturingTammy Fifer", Equiworld Magazine, March, 2004
Through my Dressage background and understanding of biomechanics of both horse and rider, I combine a unique perspective that allows me to get the best out of both horse and rider. I will not only ask you to make a correction, I will explain how to make the correction, and why the correction works based on the biomechanical aspects as part of my instruction. I then give you a plan of progression to follow to make sure the lessons stay intact for both rider and horse
The Science & Art of Dressage HOME
Lessons and Clinics
Centered Riding Instructor (Dressage Oriented)—
Susan E. Harris, Betty Lindquist, Wendy Murdoch
Certified Equine Massage Therapist -- through the Lindquist Method
Certified Remedial-Exercise Instructor --through Horses In Motion
Certified in Equine Biomechanics & Saddle Fit -- through Horses in Motion
Certified Equine Coach for the Mentally-Challenged -- through Epona-Woods
Dressage Instructor for Equine Science B.A. program
Dressage, Jumping, Centered Riding Principles; Massage, Biomechanics, and Saddle Fit (Private and Group lessons also given in all areas)
Clinics given in:
Florida - West Palm Beach, Cocoa, Ocala, Palm Bay
Virginia - Richmond, Middleburg
Maryland - Deal, Millersville
Indiana - Greenville, Paoli, Florence, Veyvey, Indianapolis
Ohio - Cincinnati
Kentucky - Louisville, Lexington, Shelbyville, La Grange
Dressage -Related Jobs:
Dressage Instructor for on-line B.A. Programs 2004-Current www.horsecoursesonline.com (Online Courses) Degrees presented by: Breyer University, Iyuptala University, Austin Community Center, Scottsdale Community College, Kanadiana International Equestrian Center, Equine Studies Institute
Dressage Instructor/Trainer 2000-Current
Showed and trained horses and riders through 4th Level.
Therapeutic Massage and Saddle Fitting 2001-Current
I perform these services at show grounds, endurance rides, clinics, private stables, and my stables.
Instructor and Coach for 2001-2007 Mentally-Challenged Children and Adults: Worked closely with a Doctor of Psychology. I Taught High-Level Functioning, At-Risk, children and adults to handle, tack up and ride horses. Preparing and showing horses was also part of the program as they honed their skills. Working with them helped me refine my communication skills between horses and riders.
Trainer 1999-2000 Valhalla Farm, (Eventing Stable), Florida
Started 4 year olds and worked horses through the upper levels. Dressage Trainer, Instructor & Youth
Equine Trainer/Coach 1986-1999 Yonder Hill Arabians and Amber Acres :
Trained Arabians (and other breeds) in all disciplines; organized Summer Camps and Youth Programs; trained and coached children and adults in dressage and jumping.
Junior Rider of the Year—Dressage; Space Coast, Florida 1983
Dressage Teachers and Philosophies : An avid learner, I spent most of my time learning from Barbara McNew, Grand Prix rider (a 10 year working student of Linda Zang’s), and Betty Lindquist (a long time working student of Nuno Oliveira’s). Additionally, I worked with prominent Centered Riding instructors Susan E. Harris and Wendy Murdoch.
I have also gained knowledge by participating in many clinics given by such notables as: Carole Lavelle, Michael Poulin, Greta Wrigley, Col. Schumacher, Dorrie Addy, Jean Brinkman, O’Shea, Julie Weiss, Lendon Grey, and Charlotte Trentleman, L. judge.
Always working on continuous improvement, I have Betty come up from Florida to work with me and my students a few times a year, or I try to get back down there so I can work with her and some of my students down there.
Additionally, I continue my learning through lessons with both Susan E. Harris and Wendy Murdoch whenever possible. I attend other clinics, with similar philosophies, when available.
Publications by Tammy:
"The Healing Touch", Dressage & CT, October, 1995. Vol. 109,
"Improper Neck Flexion", Equine Biomechanic Pamphlet, self-published, 1998. Online ArticleTitle: "How to Use Your Seat" Published, Feb. 2008, to a web site at: http://www.learningabouthorses.com/ Article Title: "FeaturingTammy Fifer", Equiworld Magazine, March, 2004
Through my Dressage background and understanding of biomechanics of both horse and rider, I combine a unique perspective that allows me to get the best out of both horse and rider. I will not only ask you to make a correction, I will explain how to make the correction, and why the correction works based on the biomechanical aspects as part of my instruction. I then give you a plan of progression to follow to make sure the lessons stay intact for both rider and horse
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