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#Horses #Dressage #Lessons #Seat #Lusitano

Your seat is key to better riding. In my lessons my main focus is on the rider’s balance and seat. I will explain technically how to sit in different exercises so you allow your horse the best possible freedom to perform. As a result, riding will feel more effortless, you will feel even more in harmony with your horse and you will learn to ride more with your seat and legs and less with your hands.

With a degree in special needs education I am a teacher at heart. I have spent 2.5 years in Portugal teaching and riding Lusitanos and have fallen in love with the breed. I love using my experience, to help riders get the best out of their riding.

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testimonials

„ Anne-Sylvie is one of those rare people who have huge passion with meticulous attention to detail. She won’t just sit and give feedback - she walks and is with you every second of your lesson. She is all about you focusing on your seat to improve the horses way of going for a true connection. Her unique eye for biomechanics is second to none and she has a fantastic ability to explain giving you understanding and the tools to achieve the best without negativity. She builds confidence in you both. She installs clear focus and goals - you won’t get better.I am so glad I found her.“

Joanna Johns, UK
„I've been training with Anne-Sylvie for two years and the progress I've made is incredible. She has a real gift for breaking down complex concepts into understandable steps, which has made a huge difference in my riding. Anne-Sylvie's patience and encouragement have helped me build confidence, and her expertise has improved my technique and understanding of dressage. I highly recommend her to anyone looking to improve their skills, whether you're a beginner or an experienced rider!“

Lily Waller Mc Sweeny, UK
European Championships Children 2025
„I’ve known Anne-Sylvie for a long time, and I’ve continually been impressed by her keen eye for both horse and rider. She is incredibly detail-oriented and has the rare ability to make small adjustments that result in major improvements for both the horse and the rider. Her riding language is clear and uncomplicated, making even the most difficult exercises feel simple and achievable. Her clarity and constructive honesty make her an exceptional teacher - she offers real guidance while always encouraging growth. As a rider herself, she has excellent intuition and feel. Her style is kind, effective, and always guided by a deep respect for the horse’s well-being and correct development. Anne-Sylvie is a truly caring and attentive person. She looks out for others, offers her support generously, and is always there when you need her. She has a big heart and a sincere dedication to both horses and people, which makes her a joy to work with and to learn from.“

João Torrão, POR
European Championships 2019, 2025
Olympic Games Tokyo 2021
Portugese National Champion & Worldrecordholder on an Iberian Horse in GP, GPS and Freestyle
„What sets Anne-Sylvie apart is her capability to meet each team, where they are and adapt her lessons to individual needs. She teaches with a positive and encouraging attitude and her eye for detail makes her brilliant at diagnosing a problem and then providing training solutions in a way that is always kind and fair towards the horse. Her ability to convey a feeling to the rider through words, metaphors and real-life examples, is like nothing I’ve experienced before and has helped me immensely.“

Zora Gräf, CH
„Anne-Sylvie is that rare thing - a teacher who can see forensically everything you are doing wrong, but put you right with kindness and empathy, not just for you but for your horse. She has made so many concepts clear to me that I did not understand before, and hopefully improved my riding. I hope to be taught by her for as long as she chooses to do it.“

Jojo Moyes, UK
„Anne-Sylvie has a brilliant coaching style, improving all aspects of riding. She has the rare ability to impart her knowledge to a wide range of abilities from beginners to advanced riders. My daughter’s riding ability and also confidence has grown immensely since Anne-Sylvie began coaching her. The training provided is second to none, highly recommended.“

Jacqui Waller, UK
"I never had a better dressage trainer - ever. Anne-Sylvie notices everything, both in the rider and the horse. She immediately sees what needs to change and helps you leap not just to the next level, but way beyond. Her teaching style is super adaptive - she tunes into both horse and rider and brings out the best in both. She’s calm, intuitive, incredibly supportive and somehow manages to teach in almost every European language. 300% recommend!!"

Stefan Rupperti, GER
„Anne-Sylvie is an exceptional trainer who brings incredible patience and clarity to every lesson. She has a unique talent for explaining how to truly ride with your seat and improve your position, making even the most subtle adjustments feel natural. Her expertise spans all levels of dressage and she can seamlessly guide riders at any stage. We’ve also been doing online lessons through Pivo and these virtual sessions have been amazing, improving my riding in real time. Not only has she helped me improve my skills, but she also supports me during competitions, offering invaluable feedback and encouragement. Her prompt responses and unwavering support have truly made a difference in my riding journey. I can’t recommend her highly enough!”

Olga Shaposhnikov, USA
„Anne-Sylvie has a calm, empathetic teaching style. She creates a supportive learning environment and has an exceptional ability to quickly understand how to motivate each student to reach their full potential. She consistently provides clear, insightful guidance tailored to both rider and horse. Her sensitivity to the needs of both is remarkable. What I particularly appreciate is her commitment to the well-being of the horse, which remains central in all her training. I’ve also had the chance to watch her ride, and her awareness, balance, and training approach are truly inspiring—an example of top-level horsemanship. Beyond her skills, Anne-Sylvie is a warm and generous person who always goes the extra mile for those around her.“

Federico Fumanti, ITA

“your seat is the key. through your seat you lead. not by force, but by feel”

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onsite lesson

Based in Switzerland I am happy to give lessons onsite. I am looking forward to meeting you and your horse.

online lesson

I work with the Pivo or the Pixem System and I am very much looking forward to meet you and your horse online. Alternatively we can do a first lesson through video call (if you have someone to film you).I will provide a recap of the lesson and suggest exercises to work on until the next lesson.

riding

Would you like me to ride your horse on a regular basis, have a particular busy week or upcoming holiday planned? I am very happy to take care of your horse as if it would be my own.

video analysis

Send me a maximum 20 min video of your riding in all three gaits and eventually exercises you are struggling with. I will analyze your seat and give you my input and my suggestions on what you should change and recommend exercises to improve.

clinics

I give clinics all over the world and can teach in English, French and German. I look forward to your contacting me, so we can organize a clinic at your riding club and stables.

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