Meredith with her 2001 Hannovarian gelding W Glenstorm (Stormy)
Meredith Crawford Dressage offers dressage instruction for riders of all ages and abilities. Achieve success through solid dressage fundamentals and correct biomechanics. Meredith recognizes the uniqueness of each rider and tailors her successful program to fit the needs and goals of each rider. Whether you want to learn to ride, be successful at shows or just relax and have fun, Meredith looks forward to helping you achieve your riding goals.
About Meredith
Before coming to Donida, Meredith was on Mount Holoyoke College’s Intercollegiate Dressage team and also trained with Ann Marie Gregorie, Katrin Burger, and Hannes Baumgart. She has also worked with some of the best horses in the world at Gestüt Schlossäcker and Schwartze Hof in Germany.
Meredith holds a B.A. degree in European Studies, specializing in the anthropology of the Post-Communist countries. She also speaks German, Russian and Czech.
W Glenstorm is a 2001 Hanoverian gelding acquired at the 
recommendation of a friend. “Stormy” enjoys socializing and is very talkative around the barn.
Awards and Accomplishments
USDF “L” Graduate with Distinction
USDF Bronze Medal
USDF Region 6 Youth Dressage Camp Instructor
USDF All-Breeds Award Champion
2001 Pony Club Regional & National Champion- Knowdown (now called “Quiz”)
Training and Background
Assistant Instructor to Gwen Blake (2011–)
Worked Under Hannes Baumgart (Germany) (2008)
The Baumgart family name is well known in Hanovarian and High-Performance circles. Horses coming from their breeding, training, and sales barn in Germany include Warum Nicht, Walk on Top, and Royal Highness.
Worked Under Katrin Burger (Germany) (2004)
Katrin was the 2004 World Champion of Young Dressage Horses (6 y.o. division) and now works for the Oldenburg Verband.
More about Katrin Burger: FBW French Kiss’ Day of Glory, Eurodressage
Teaching Emphasis
Correct use of aids to influence the horse
How to utilize dressage movements to improve a horse’s gaits, physique & rideability
Correct biomechanics for maximum longevity in the sport– for horse & rider
Notable Strengths
Making the concepts and principles of dressage accessible to students
Polishing a horse & rider up before a show for utmost success in the ring
Offers
Lessons, lesson package;
Coaching;
Schooling show/PC/4-H Judging