About Candee

Thank you for visiting the website! I am dedicated to the enrichment of my students and their horses. Whether my clients want to compete or broaden their relationship with their equine partner (either riding or on the ground) I'm committed to their journey. After almost 4 decades of working with horses, I bring a structured kindness to my teaching and training. My belief is that each session should be enjoyable for both human and equine. 

 My teaching style puts focus on the correct biomechanics of the horse, as well as the rider. A correctly developed horse takes dedication from its rider. There are no shortcuts.  The horse's well-being should always take priority. Understanding how the horse's body should function to promote longevity and comfort through their ridden life has been eye-opening for me. There are many vets, chiropractors, trimmers, farriers, body workers, dentists and saddle fitters that help assist me with my client's horses. All have been wonderful resources of knowledge over the years.

Many top trainers and clinicians have helped me hone my philosophies over the years. I have worked with professionals both locally, regionally and internationally: Conrad Schumacher, Betsy Steiner, Jeremy Steinberg and most recently Dr. Gerd Heuschmann. It is imperative for me to continue educating myself as not to stagnate in my teaching and riding. 

As a rider and instructor, I know that I am never finished learning!  I participate and audit as many clinics as I can so I may continue to further my education.  The more I learn, the more I can pass on to my students. Contact me to schedule a meeting or watch one of my lessons. I have a friendly group of people who enjoy their horses and are in it for the enjoyment. We all cheer each other on!

I earned my BS Degree in Equine Studies and Business Administration from Averett University in 1993.

After graduation, I worked for several professionals teaching at well-established dressage, hunter/jumper/equitation and eventing barns where my students competed successfully. This led me to purchasing my own training facility with my husband in Florida where I taught lessons and trained for the better part of a decade.

After moving to Georgia in the early 2000's, and honing in on my dressage skills, I worked with several local trainers, continuing my education. I have competed through second level dressage and schooled third. I've had the joy of working with MANY horses and riders- both young and mature. I love working with anyone who is hungry to learn. 

Currently, I have found myself reaching for even better ways to communicate with my equine partner, as well as all of the horses that I'm blessed to work with.  I found the work of Dr. Stephen Peters who is the author of Evidence Based Horsemanship. After reading his book, and attending one of his seminars, I have gained incredible insight on how the horse brain works. I have begun to incorporate these methods into  my work with all horses. I also enthusiastically follow the work of Jillian Kreinbring, Dr. Deb Bennett, Dr. Hillary Clayton, Dr. Sue Dyson just to name a few. 

I am a huge believer in the USPC or Pony Club. I am a graduate at the H-A level and have served as a DC (District Commissioner) in two different clubs and have been an instructor and coach, as well. 

I have been based out of a farm in Jasper, Georgia for over 20 years. I offer trailer in lessons there and I travel to students in Canton, Woodstock, Holly Springs and the surrounding area. I teach regular clinics at several farms in the north metro Atlanta area. Feel free to reach out if you are interested in hosting a clinic.