B i o g r a p h y

Deirdre R. Sabo-Frary is a USDF Bronze and Silver Medalist as well as an International Sport Science Association certified master personal trainer. She currently works as an independent trainer for Deirdre Dressage in Central Texas. Her impressive resume includes an apprenticeship with Riding Master Hans Biss in Hamburg, Germany, and a tenure as Head Trainer for Andalusians of Texas in Belton, TX, where she has won numerous dressage national championships. Additionally, she held the position of dressage trainer for Rancho Armendariz, a multiple winner of breeder of the year, and also worked as a personal trainer at the prestigious Golds Gym. Deirdre was recognized as the 2010 Rookie Trainer of the Year by the International Andalusian/Lusitano Horse Association and was a nominee for the 2010 The Dressage Foundation Teaching Excellence award for Region Nine. Deirdre has achieved many national titles, all-breeds awards, and regional championships, including being the region 9 champion at FEI Intermediate 1. She has also been selected as a demonstration rider for multiple symposiums, including the 2008 HDS Judging Symposium with Stephen Clarke, the 2009 USDF National Symposium with Olympian Jan Brink, and the 2013 HDS Symposium with Olympian Steffen Peters and FEI Judge Janet Foy. Additionally, Deirdre has served as a spokeswoman for Purina Feeds, appearing in multiple aired commercials, as well as a representative for Dresch Saddlery. Deirdre currently resides in Belton, Texas and is available for lessons, training, and horse promotion for all breeds and levels at Salado Creek Riding Club in Belton, Texas.

Deirdre Sabo specializes in developing the horse and rider through a systematic approach called "periodization." This system focuses on developing the pair through a well-rounded approach of cross-training and classical dressage training, enabling the horse and rider to peak at the ideal time.

Deirdre Dressage is dedicated to promoting and supporting the classical style of dressage training. This training is supported by Deirdre's belief that the horse should be brought along gradually. Deirdre emphasizes using the natural way of training the horse and rider. It is crucial for new horse owners and riders to understand the basic principles of riding so that they and their horses may experience a healthy working relationship. Deirdre strives to improve the horse and rider so that they can enjoy their time together with strength and balance. She believes that dressage is essential knowledge that all riders of all disciplines should learn to enhance their performance. A method should always be used when training the horse and rider, and throughout her years of experience, she has formulated a proven method.