- Kate Coleman -
Melissa Gallagher and Collective Roots Dressage are everything I hoped to find in a dressage barn. Melissa’s deep knowledge of correct dressage, fun personality, and attention to detail leave me floored with how much I learn in literally every single lesson! If you are looking for a trainer at the highest level and a fun laid back team, this is the best in the business!
- Darrell Spencer -
Her partnership with the horses is incredible and her style of breaking and teaching horses is like nothing I have seen or heard before. She has a way of using the energy of the horse and her “asking, not telling” cues keeps horse calm and engaged in the work. I look forward to learning more with Melissa and Collective Roots Dressage
“Melissa’s enthusiam for dressage is infectious and training with her is always fun! Her extensive knowledge of horse and rider biomechanics, positive approach, and focus on harmony and relaxation bring out the best in me and my horse”
— Joanne Haughan
What People Are Saying
Great team at CRD who are not only very knowledgeable but also truly care about the well-being and progression of your horse. I have been training my young horse with Melissa Gallagher for the past year; we have gone from fight and frustration, to understanding and reward. Melissa has a unique approach to training and teaching that combines the physical work and learning with behavioural insight and understanding - this approach and journey has created a much closer connection between me and my horse (physically and mentally), and has created the foundation for our success! Always a positive experience - highly, highly recommended!!
— Kristen Ladow