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Kalamazoo, Michigan 49009t: view phone(269) 547-0647
Description
Erin takes pride in being able to bring out the full potential of every horse and rider she has the pleasure of working with using classical dressage techniques. She is a sensitive and knowledgeable trainer that has everyone's best interest and safety in mind at all times. While creating a positive and enjoyable atmosphere, she can teach you the skills needed to arrive confidently at the next level.
Erin's love for horses started at the age of 7 when she began taking lessons to learn the basic fundamentals of being around horses. In just a few short years it was clear that she was on the path for a career with horses. She attended the Meredith Manor International Equestrian Center where she graduated "Grand Champion" of her school receiving a Certified Teaching and Training Degree in Dressage with a 4.0 GPA and Honors.
After college she was accepted into a working student program in the Netherlands. While there, she had the pleasure of working with some of Europe's Finest Dressage Trainers, such as Sven Rottenberger and Anky Van Grusavan.
Upon returning to the USA she continued to further her education and training skills for several years by working with many FEI Trainers and taking the positions of a Working Student, Barn Manager, and Assistant Trainer for Hilda Gurney, Nancy Smith, Carole Grant, Kristine Morris and Michelle Gibson.
Erin has been Teaching and Training Professionally since 1996. Since establishing Hawthone Sterling Farms, LLC in 2006 she has been providing her clients with the highest standard of care, training and services.
Erin has started many young horses under saddle and brought them through the levels. She has several times over been the solution to the confused horse owner that bounces from trainer to trainer looking for the correct and positive solution to their horse's training needs.
Erin is a USDF Silver Medalist and currently competing through FEI Intermediate I earning scores in the upper 60's. Presently, she is devoted to schooling and perfecting all Intermediate II and Grand Prix movements for the future show season.
While helping her students perfect their levels of training, Erin is always continuing her education by attending clinics with such international level riders as Michelle Gibson and Nancy Smith whom provide excellent knowledge from the German Dressage World.
Locations
Kalamazoo, and surrounding areas
Services
Contact Person: Erin
Reviews
4-H Girl Happy!
k-zoo horse gal from Kalamazoo, MI - 12/08/2010 16:02:46
I bought a horse for my daughter in April and once we had her for 2 months the horse turned into way too much horse for her... we put her in training with Erin at Hawthorne Sterling Farms and after 2 weeks of training Erin started giving my daughter lessons on the horse and then we showed over the summer in 4-H at dressage and I couldn't believe it when my daughter won reserve champion at State for 4-H in Dressage! Erin is wonderful! I recommend her with high reviews!
WoW... I was impressed!!
kzoodressagegirl from kalamazoo, MI - 08/21/2010 23:35:34
I have a horse who I have taken dressage lessons from several different trainers in the area, then I came across Erin McElmurry from a friend of mine who recommended her. I have never had things so clearly explained to me! I finally get it! She was such a motivator and she continued to explain things to me in several different ways so that I could make sense of it all. After taking a full month worth of lessons I went to my First USDF show with Erin and Hawthorne Sterling Farms and we received my first 68% at 3rd level!!! Thank you Erin for all of your expertise!! Can't wait till Thursday's lesson!
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