TRAINING
As a USDF Silver medalist Marion does not only have a great understanding of your journey towards FEI levels but specializes in the basics such as balance of horse and rider to facilitate moving up the levels with all the right tools.
Belvedere Stables offers training for sporthorses of all ages and breeds in Dressage and Working Equitation and Marion especially enjoys working with young or green horses
Marion emphasizes the importance of good horsemanship and a harmonious relationship between horse and rider.
Of course we also welcome boarders who would like to enroll their horses in any of our training packages or would like to participate in any of our lesson packages.
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Marion is available for mobile Working Equitation or Young Horse clinics and mobile lessons throughout San Diego county.
​We currently offer the following training options:
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Full Training - 5 days/week (incl. up to 3 lessons p. week)
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Half Training - 3 days/week (incl. 1 lesson p. week)
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Pre-paid Lesson program (please inquire)
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Our optional Young Horse Program
Starting horses under saddle requires generally a 3 month commitment. Ideally, your horse should be able to graduate after three months as a good citizen with a good understanding of the rider's aids in all 3 gaits. Owner involvement is highly encouraged, especially if your horse leaves after the initial training commitment. Of course you can extend the training contract at your discretion if desired and continue in our program!
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Consignment
We pride ourselves in not just helping you sell your horse but, more importantly, finding the best possible suitor for a great match that provides a loving home with longevity in mind. Please ask about our free consignment option - your horse might be a match!
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Purchase assistance
Let us help you circumnavigate the pitfalls of the horse buying process and make sure that you will end up with the right partner for your journey with a sound mind and body! -
Lay-up
Individual rehabilitation of injured horses at all stages of recovery. Hand walking, wrapping, bandaging, wound treatment, ultrasound treatment, etc. Cost of medical supplies and therapeutic devices not included.
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Our optional therapeutic treatments and routines include TheraPlates, cold laser therapy, and regular visits by several practitioners for equine massage, chiropractic, and electromagnetic pulse therapy (PEMF/Bemer).
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Make sure to contact us for lessons and individually tailored services or training programs!
Reviews
"I started dressage training with Marion in early 2007. I had been a hard working dressage rider for almost a decade. I was showing at first level but wasn’t able to progress any further. Marion immediately diagnosed my problem…I was too tense!! I was clamping with my knees and my body was giving the horse the message to stop not to go. Marion spent a lot of time working with me to relax. Once I relaxed, the horse would move willingly forward. She had me ride horses that were schooled in the upper level movements, which helped me to understand the aids. I never thought I could do canter pirouettes, passage and piaffe.
Marion assisted me in importing a young talented Andalusian from Mexico. Many trainers don’t allow the owner to ride a young horse until he is educated. Marion had me ride my horse right from the beginning. She did this in a safe controlled environment that allowed me to be part of the process. This has been a wonderful experience and a great confidence builder."
Margaret Stonich, 2011