ABOUT US
Holly Marchese - Owner & Founder
My dream ever since I first sat on a horse was to develop a closer connection to horses and help others develop that same connection to these beautiful animals.
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When I graduated high school I was accepted to the University of Findlay and attended for two years in their English Equestrian Studies Program where my knowledge of riding and horsemanship grew tremendously.
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In 2021, I discovered a little barn out in Allegan, MI called Rise & Ride Ranch. They offered me my first job with horses and I'm forever grateful for the experience I gained there!
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I love my job and the opportunities I have been so lucky to receive. I strive to continue my education and share my knowledge to those I have the pleasure to teach.
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My personal career goal with horses is to train a Grand Prix Level Dressage horse and a Reiner as I have a special place in my heart for western!
Experience
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100+ hours of certified massage therapy
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Certified in equine massage since 2022
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6 years of showing & coaching 4H
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2 years of education from The University of Findlay.​​
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Dressage Tests (USDF)
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Introductory Tests A & B​
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Training Level Tests 1, 2 & 3
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First Level 1
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Eventing Dressage Tests (USEF)
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​Beginner Novice Tests A & B
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Novice Test A
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Experience in Hunters, Jumpers, Eventing, Dressage, Western Pleasure, Trail Courses, Trail, and Gymknhana.
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Teaching and Training English and Western disciplines at Rise and Ride Ranch 2021-2024
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