Testimonials

I brought my 5 year old, Braveyn, to Elizabeth last week for “boot camp”. He spent seven days with her. When I dropped him off I expected him to get some good education under saddle and hoped that when I picked him up he would be a bit more connected in his work and that we would both learn something in the process. I HUGELY underestimated just how much of a changed man my “baby horse” would be when I picked him up. Today I went out and handled a horse that was not only worlds better under saddle but who had been transformed on the ground as well. My horse is a VERY busy guy… pawing, chewing, looking around, playing with the would around him, acting like a little colt 100% of the time.. that is until he spent the week at Artisan Dressage. He is now standing like a gentleman in the cross ties and is a gem on the ground. Elizabeth took the time to not only improve his work under saddle but to work on him from start to finish and I now have an all around respectful and centered horse. He really turned into an adult. If you are looking for a new trainer or thinking of having your Horse spend more time with Elizabeth I encourage you to do it!! You wont be disappointed.

Elizabeth is one of the best instructors with whom I have ever had a lesson. After our first lesson, my massage therapist noticed that my horse had totally changed his head carriage and opened in the throat latch. As long as Elizabeth is willing to come to WI, I will continue to trailer Splash to take advantage of as many lessons as I can.

My very first two dressage lessons with Elizabeth were definitely great investment. I’ve learned and understood much better the mechanics of collection and importance of correct seat. Elizabeth’s directions were very clear and specific. She helped me to achieve significant improvemen in effectiveness of my hands and leg cues. On top of that her patience and cheerful, pleasant attitude made the whole experience more enjoyable.

I will never forget all you taught me and the fun times in your barn. If anyone is reading this comment and thinking about this you will never find a better trainer or barn.

Thank you to owner/trainers Elizabeth Johnson and Katie Johnson for organizing the 8-horse adjusting clinic today at Artisan Dressage in El Cajon. I am continually impressed with how you both look at the whole horse for possible sources of discomfort, both inside & out. You gals, your horses, and your clients ROCK!