Training

Melissa offers a comprehensive and holistic approach to training, emphasizing correct angles, balance, and biomechanics for riders, while simultaneously ensuring our horses develop a solid foundation for happiness and correct biomechanics. Melissa is committed to ensuring that all horses in her program have a happy and comfortable life outside of the saddle and arena.

Melissa is unique from other trainers. Her comprehensive background makes her program diverse and versatile, catering to riders focused on horsemanship, flat work, jumping, or a combination of disciplines. Participation doesn’t require jumping or showing, Melissa welcomes all enthusiasts. The program offers cross training, foundational training, hunters, equitation, jumpers and rehabilitation.

As a USEF R Judge, Melissa brings a sophisticated eye. extensive equine sport knowledge, and an understanding of the expectations places on our equine athletes. As as educated and experienced trainer, Melissa excels at identifying patters that are manifesting in horse behavior or movement and helping support the riders in communicating effectively with their equine partner.

Additionally, Melissa’s expertise as an Equine Sports Massage Therapist ensures a holistic understanding of biomechanics, musculoskeletal structure, and full-body support for your equine athlete.

At Kalember Equine, we pride ourselves in fostering a wonderful barn family where everyone has individual goals without compromising the well-being of themselves or their horses.