Suzanne Galdun of Positively Dressage Clinic

Host: Kelly Steele 

Date: Saturday, February 7th and Sunday, February 8th, 2026 

Location: Ride with Faith, 6130 CR 427, Auburn IN., 46706

Registration opens November 1st. Please follow this link to Rider Registration Form 

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I am so excited to bring Suzanne Galdun to Auburn Indiana again for 2 days of excellent instruction with a focus on rider biomechanics. Suzanne is one of only 10 rider biomechanics coaches in the US currently accredited by Mary Wanless in her Ride With Your Mind method and has been studying under Mary for over 10 years. Based in the suburbs of Chicago, IL, Suzanne has become a highly sought after clinician herself, teaching all levels of riders and horses, helping riders make small changes in their body to facilitate positive change in the horse. 

With an incredible eye for detail, Suzanne works to bring riders to a new level of awareness and understanding of what they are doing in the saddle, and how to communicate more clearly to the horse. Her lessons include creative language and hands-on resistances as  well as open dialogue between coach and rider. To the casual observer, these lessons don’t  sound like a typical dressage lesson, but the change in horse and rider is clear to see. It is  Suzanne’s mission to be a positive influence on horse and rider, no matter their age, level,  condition, or goals. Everyone wants to ride better, and indeed, with the right help, everyone  can. 

While staying accessible to the local grassroots dressage community, Suzanne also coaches international FEI riders such as Lauren Sprieser and Jessica Jo Tate, as well as many of their students in clinics. Lauren notes that Suzanne’s teaching is “exceptional, accessible to all levels of rider, and intensely valuable to riders and auditors alike.” 

Suzanne is truly able to teach riders sensory specific feelings that they can then apply in motion in the saddle. Her clinics are fun and engaging for all levels of participants, whether riding or auditing. 

Clinic Format 

The format will consist of 10 riders each day for two days. The format will consist of one horse and rider at 45-minute blocks each day. Clinic hours are expected to be approximately 8:30 am until 5:00 pm, with a break for lunch. 

Rider Eligibility and Details 

This clinic is open to riders of all levels and abilities. Suzanne suggests 2 days for new participants. Preference will be given to riders committing to both days. Registration will open November 1st. A waitlist will be made once clinic capacity is reached, riders will be alerted to their spot on the waitlist. Spaces will not be held without payment. Electronic payment details are on the Rider Registration Form. Preference will be given to riders committing to riding both days. Waitlist submissions will be accepted without payment until the clinic date. Riders may bring 1 designated auditor with them at no additional cost. Rider registration for the two days is $350. The fee for riding one day is $200 and is on a space available basis. Lessons will be 45-minute private lessons in Ride with Faith’s oversized indoor arena. Riding includes unlimited auditing for the rider and one guest. Stabling is not included.  

Video services may be available. The cost is $40/ride and $10 for the USB thumb drive. If you are interested, please mark so on the rider application. You are also welcome to use your own technology to record your ride. 

Additional details including exact clinic start and individual ride times will be emailed nearer the date of the clinic. Please bring a chair. 

Auditors 

Auditors are encouraged. The fee to Audit each day is $20 or $30 for both days. Please bring a chair and let us know you are coming! Pre-registration not required but appreciated! Auditor Registration Form 

Cancellations and Refunds 

Refunds will be granted until December 31st, after which date they may not be granted unless a space can be filled from the waitlist. All refunds incur a $25 handling fee. 

Stabling 

Stabling is available on a very limited basis for an additional fee of $75, Friday arrival after 5p, departing Sunday upon commencement of the clinic. Rate is the same for day stalls. Stalls will be lightly bedded, and we ask they are cleaned prior leaving. It is encouraged that you bring your own additional bedding. 

Questions 

Questions may be directed to the clinic host Kelly Steele via klagerman@gmail.com

Suzanne Galdun Rider Biomechanics Clinic 

Hosts: Kelly Steele & Beth Hathaway

Join us for two days of expert instruction with Suzanne Galdun, a highly sought-after coach and one of only 10 rider biomechanics coaches in the U.S. accredited by Mary Wanless in the Ride With Your Mind method. Suzanne's teaching helps riders at all levels improve their communication with the horse and make small body adjustments for positive results.

Clinic Details

• Dates: 2-day clinic, August 4 & 5, 2025
• Location: Ride with Faith's Indoor Arena, 6130 CR 427, Auburn IN. 46706
• Clinic Format: 10 riders per day (45-minute private lessons) 
• Clinic Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (with lunch break)
• Registration: Opens April 7, closes May 16, 2025. A waitlist will start once clinic capacity is reached, riders will be alerted to their spot on the waitlist. Spaces will not be held without payment
• Cost: $350 for both days, $200 for one day (space permitting)
• Stabling: Additional $75 for limited stalls (must be cleaned before departure). Sunday arrival after 5:00 pm, departing Tuesday
• Website: https://positivelydressage.com

Rider Eligibility

• Open to riders of all levels
• Registration on a first-come, first-served basis
• Preference given to riders attending both days
   

Auditors

• Riders may bring 1 designated auditor at no extra charge
• Daily audit fee: $20 (one day) or $30 (both days)
• Bring your own chair
• Pre-registration is encouraged - Auditors email klagerman@gmail.com to let us know you are coming
   

Video Services

• Recorded rides available for $40/ride, $10 for USB drive
• Bring your own recording equipment if preferred
   

Cancellation Policy

• Refunds available until May 16, 2025 (minus a $25 handling fee)
   

Questions?
Contact Kelly Steele at klagerman@gmail.com.

Spaces are limited, so register early to secure your spot!

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