Built for commitment, not one-off fixes
For many horses, the most effective path is to come into training for a defined period: often one to three months, and sometimes longer depending on the horse and the goal. That time allows Laura to identify the problem, rebuild the right pieces, and create a clear path forward. Once the horse is established, the owner can transition into regular ship-in lessons to keep the work progressing.
Fitness is a central part of the program. Horses at Merry Go Round Farm do not only school in the ring. They hack, use the hills, and build the kind of strength and conditioning that helps them stay sound and competition-fit. Laura sees fitness as especially important for dressage horses, many of which are asked to perform without enough real conditioning behind the work.
The goal is always a horse that understands the job, a rider who understands the steps, and a partnership that can move forward with confidence — confident, forward-thinking horses that enjoy their work without losing their spirit.
