From a few of Justine's students....
Marlise Lange, Galt CA
"You have no idea the amazing impact you have made on me in just one lesson on Radiance. Radiance and I have been together since September 2000 when she was three years old and now she's almost fourteen.
We have been under the instruction of the same dressage trainer for almost eight years and have wrestled with my own thoughts, beating myself up for just not getting it, not understanding the concept she was trying over and over to convey to me. I finally accepted my inability at becoming a better rider so ended the training sessions and just rode to be close to my horse and not really with purpose.
But, last Saturday you changed that. By your method of instruction you broke it down to the foundation of building blocks where I could understand. Then, the light went on and a new world opened up then Radiance and I connected! We were one, we were a team! It was amazing! Justine, you have been given a special gift of teaching and I appreciate you! You made such a breakthrough in my life I ran home to my husband to share the day and all I could do is well up with tears. Thank you Justine for making a difference."
Mrs. Sherry Gore, Ahwatukee Foothills AZ
"It is with pleasure and confidence that I highly recommend Justine Wilson to everyone who is interested in simply one of “The Best” Dressage trainers in Arizona. I am genuinely impressed and inspired with the Justine Wilson Dressage Training Program."
"First and foremost, Justine exemplifies ethical treatment of each horse and rider she works with. After carefully discussing her client’s goals and analyzing each horse, she plans a nutritional schedule based on the age, health, and level of training for each horse. You will be thrilled with her total focus on you and your horse during your private lessons without interruption. It is truly a luxury."
"Justine’s International training, credentials, and showing career established her philosophy of allowing your horse to develop into a strong and healthy athlete and you into an educated Dressage rider. Justine’s thoughts are that, “A horse’s body needs time to develop and he will tell us when he’s ready to advance based on his relaxation and “throughness” in each movement.” Her training process takes the time to systematically transition the horse and rider from one element to next only when suppleness and relaxation through the back and poll are achieved and “looseness” and/or “swing” is consistent to optimize the purity of each gait."
"From scheduling customized saddle-fittings, helping you select the most effective bit and bridle that promotes comfort for your horse, organizing International and North American Clinicians to conduct clinics with you and your horse, and establishing Dressage shows at Marley Farms, Justine Wilson personalizes her instruction with professionalism, clarity, and integrity. She genuinely cares about the well being of each horse she works with and the education of each of her clients."
"I am overwhelmingly pleased with every element of her Dressage Training Program and sincerely hope each of you will take advantage of the incredible opportunity to train with Justine Wilson."
Kristin Dunnan, Higley AZ
"Are you tired of instructors who yell at you because you cannot understand and implement their incomprehensible instructions on how to ride? Do you long to understand the fundamentals of dressage and develop your horse to carry a rider, you, with athleticism and grace? In short, do you really want to learn how to ride? I don't mean simply get your horse from point A to point B, but to communicate efficiently and engage your horse in the dialogue of a horse and rider partnership?
Well, check out Justine Wilson's latest and greatest service. Taking lessons from her brings a sense of compassion for horse and rider back into the barn. No more wandering around the arena wondering if you understand...she not only WANTS to help you 'get it', her communication skills are such that she actually CAN teach you the concepts, point out errors kindly, and move you along in your understanding and application of sound riding principles. While it is better to have her in person (she is available for clinics around the country) her consultations are splendid. She is not interested in hoarding the secrets to dressage but in sharing information liberally to anyone who is seriously interested. If you take her instruction to heart, and work very hard to apply these to your riding, you will get rewarded immensley. There is no substitute for being a good student, but if you are a good student, willing to work hard, humbly recognize your faults, and think about your riding, you have a chance here to really learn something of great value to both you and your horse."
Sara Courchaine, Desert Hills, AZ
"I met Justine Wilson through a friend of mine who's horse I am going to be starting over fences. The mare is green, but was started by Justine so we thought it would be best if I took a couple of lessons to get to know the horse. In just two sessions with Justine I was able to understand some of the basic principles she used to start the mare, and by the end of the last session I was beginning to have real success with her. Riding a new horse can sometimes seem like speaking a foreign language someone. It can be hard at first to understand each other. Justine was able to adjust my riding and get me communicating effectively with a horse that was completely new to me. Thanks Justine, for being a great interpreter...er, instructor I mean!"
Susan Page, Queen Creek, AZ
"Justine teaches Dressage in a way her students can understand. My past experience has been filled with lessons from teachers that didn’t understand the training scale developed by the Germans. I have loved learning from Justine because she will always give you the next step in the progression of training. I am always amazed at how easy Dressage really is when you have Justine helping you along the way. If you are fed up with frustrating lessons and want to enjoy the process of developing a beautiful horse and rider look no further….She has the rare gift of being able to ride and teach."
Michelle Garrett, Anthem, AZ
"My experience with Justine was by far the best I have ever had. She not only teaches you the fundamentals of Dressage, but why we do it, and how it affects the horse. She believes that every horse can do Dressage, and recognizes that sometimes there are limitations as to what horse and rider can do due to conformation issues. She will teach you to be the very best you can be. Her criticism is very kind and supportive. I learned a lot from Justine and I believe she is the best trainer you will ever find."