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Siobhan, Ghost and Mouse

I have loved horses since I was a small child, and started riding at the age of seven. I am extremely lucky to have grown up with two very supportive parents, who saw how horses helped nurture responsibility and character. I was able to participate in the USDF Advanced Young Rider program, in addition to riding a lot of young horses and starting them under saddle. I also spent nearly three years at Steffen Peters’ barn in San Diego, where I was able to work with both Steffen and his then-assistant, Allyson Rogers.

I continued to ride while attending Rutgers University and earning my B.A. in Philosophy. While a philosophy degree is often the topic of jokes, I actually credit my degree with much of my approach to teaching–that it should be a shared dialogue between teacher and student.

My parents visiting with Waki at Lamplight in 2019.
Siobhan Byrne and Mouse
Mouse, my 1993 Hanoverian gelding, who has been a wonderful teacher for me and my students. He is currently enjoying retired life.

I have lived in Maryland since 2007 and have been working regularly with international FEI riders Jessica Jo “JJ” Tate, and Jeremy Steinberg for many years. Additionally, I have had the opportunity to participate in clinics with a number of excellent trainers, including Arthur Kottas, Georg Theodorescu, Charles de Kunffy, Christoph Hess, Olivia LaGoy-Weltz, Allison Brock, Lars Petersen, and Scott Hassler. I am an alumna of the Harmony Sporthorse/Hassler Dressage Young Dressage Horse Trainers Symposium. 

I truly enjoy the process of bringing horses and riders up through the levels. Every horse has something to teach us, and even the average horse is capable of more than you might expect with good training.

Mission Statement

I believe that dressage can make any horse a better version of themselves. 

I believe in training horses in a fair and ethical way that nurtures their spirit and unique personality while gymnastically developing them to their potential. Through multi-faceted, systematic training, I seek to produce willing partners while remaining appreciative of their individual strengths, and mindful of their weaknesses.

I believe in using instruction to develop thinking riders, who understand the “why” behind the exercises. I encourage my students to watch, read and listen to good horsemen in all disciplines, to think for themselves, and to ask questions. I want them to understand when and why to use different techniques and exercises, so that they can feel confident riding on their own.

I endeavor to never stop learning, to approach each horse and student with an open mind and a willingness to think outside the box when necessary.

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Siobhan Byrne
Grand Prix Rider and Trainer
USDF Gold, Silver and Bronze medalist
Poolesville, MD
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Qualia Dressage LLC
Pretty jazzed to run my first road race in close t Pretty jazzed to run my first road race in close to ten years. A series of injuries have constantly set me back (e.g.: shoulder surgery 2014 x2, 2018, 2020, 2022, and hip surgery in 2016 and 2019), so I haven’t stayed sound enough to train and complete a race at any distance, much less this distance (half marathon). But I did it! And I even crushed my goal of running under two hours, completing in 1:52:37–a personal best for me, beating out the 1:53:36 I ran ten years ago.  I’m for sure no elite runner, but I love the physical and mental challenge of running. 
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#equestrian #dressagerider #runner #runningafterinjury #hiplabraltear #shoulderinstability #latarjet
Congratulations to Cassidy Hageman on a great star Congratulations to Cassidy Hageman on a great start to the show season with Waki! First place in 3-3 and Third Level High Score at First Chance at Dressage, By Chance?. Thanks for riding my boy so well, Cassidy! 
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#dressage #dressagehorsesofinstagram #hanoverianhorse #equestrian #squawkiwaki
Great start to the season last weekend at Loch Moy Great start to the season last weekend at Loch Moy! Hans was a rock star Saturday in the Prix St. Georges, winning the class and High Score PSG with a 71.765%. 🖤 Sunday he became slightly unhinged by the cross country clinic going on at the showgrounds, but still managed nearly a 66% in his first go at I-1.  Huge thank you to Cassidy Hageman for all of her help over the weekend! 
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#dressagehorse #dressurpferde #dressagetraining #kwpnhorse #equestrian  #fei #feihorse #handsomehansi
“'You become. It takes a long time. That's why i “'You become. It takes a long time. That's why it doesn't happen often to people who break easily, or have sharp edges, or who have to be carefully kept. Generally, by the time you are Real, most of your hair has been loved off, and your eyes drop out and you get loose in the joints and very shabby. But these things don't matter at all, because once you are Real you can't be ugly, except to people who don't understand.”
- The Velveteen Rabbit
Happy 29th birthday to my Mouse. 23 years together. So many fun memories. I love seeing you so happy in retired life. 🐭💕
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#oldiebutgoodie #retiredhorse #retiredlife #dressagehorse #dressurpferde #hanoverianhorse #devilmouse
It was wonderful to have Richard Malmgren back thi It was wonderful to have Richard Malmgren back this weekend to work the horses in the long lines. Hans was a superstar as usual 🖤, and new addition Vamilja got to meet Richard for the first time. She was a perfect girl! 💓
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#dressage #dressagehorse #dressagetraining #kwpnhorse #danskvarmblod #danishwarmblood #equestrian #longlining #handsomehansi #mightymilja
Today, my sweet Ghosty would have turned 27. Hard Today, my sweet Ghosty would have turned 27. Hard to believe he has been gone for almost 7 years now. These photos by Bob Langrish do such a good job of capturing his soulful eyes. 🤍
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#prehorse #purarazaespanola #dressage #dressagehorse #equestrian
Super clinic with Jeremy Steinberg last weekend. H Super clinic with Jeremy Steinberg last weekend. Hans felt amazing! We’ll probably stay at the small tour level this year to continue gaining confidence and rideability in the ring, but Grand Prix is getting closer. 🖤 
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#handsomehansi #dressagehorsesofinstagram #dressagehorse #kwpnhorse #horsesofinstagram #roadtograndprix #piaffe #equestrian
Fun memories of showing my wonderful Waki in the G Fun memories of showing my wonderful Waki in the Grand Prix at Tryon a few years ago for #throwbackthursday. Love this special boy so much. 🖤
. 📸: @richard.malmgren 
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#tbt #dressage #dressagehorse #dressagehorsesofinstagram #dressagetraining #fei #grandprix #hanoveriansofinstagram #equestrian #squawkiwaki
“Never give up on a dream just because of the ti “Never give up on a dream just because of the time it will take to accomplish it. The time will pass anyway.” — Earl Nightingale
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. 📸: @richard.malmgren 
#dressage #dressagetraining #dressagehorse #kwpnhorse #equestrian #handsomehansi #mondaymotivation
Super clinic with @jeremy_steinberg this past week Super clinic with @jeremy_steinberg this past weekend! I made up for missing the last one (I was competing at Devon) by getting to ride three horses with him both days this time. Here’s @tiddlucy ‘s Kayla (Ferdeaux x Metall), the fanciest little pocket rocket around! Love this mare. 🚀💕 #dressage #dressagetraining #younghorse #kwpnhorse #dressagehorsesofinstagram #equestrian #dressurpferd
Thank you to Susan J Stickle for these beautiful p Thank you to Susan J Stickle for these beautiful photos of Hans at USDF Finals. 🖤
. 📸: @susanjstickle 
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#dressage #dressagetraining #usdf #usdffinals #kwpnhorse #dressagehorsesofinstagram #horsesofinstagram #equestrian #handsomehansi
“Perseverance is not a long race; it is many sho “Perseverance is not a long race; it is many short races one after the other. “ 
- Walter Elliot 
📸: @bethanypphotography 
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#mondaymotivation #dressage #dressagetraining #dressurpferde #horsesofinstagram #dressagehorsesofinstagram #equestrian #kwpnhorse #handsomehansi
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