About Us
Biography
Michael has been teaching for over the past 25yrs. Given the opportunity, as a young 4 year old boy, Michael learnt to ride and work with horses in a family riding school environment. Michael has spent most of his life studying the principles and different methods of training and teaching, with a great influence from the teachings of Nuno Oliveira, Miguel Tavora and the Valença method (Luis Valença) and also Manual Jorge de Oliveira. Michael started his first horse (a colt) under saddle at the age 13 by using the principles of Nuno Oliveira teachings. Michael’s childhood friend, Jacob Hanisch, has also been a great influence in fostering Michael’s interest and pursuit of the classical teachings and philosophies. From the ground (in-hand) to the saddle, from the basics to high school, Michael offers students a clear and encouraging approach to learning the art of riding and training. Michael is committed to working with his students on a long term basis, helping them to understand each moment to help their horses reach their full potential with his technical knowledge of the classical principles of training. Working equitation was introduced to Australia in 2007. In 2011 Michael found an interest in this sport and soon became a competitor in Australia and the USA. Since 2011 he has been promoting and coaching for the development of Working Equitation in Australia and America.
Events and Tours
Michael travels on regular basis to parts of NSW, ACT and also to the USA to conduct classical & working equitation clinics.
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Proud to be a supported rider of Bec Hepburn- NSW Equissage
Michael is proud to be a supported rider of NSW Equissage - Bec Hepburn
