Anna Fiedler

Career Background

Anna's equestrian journey began in childhood, initially riding Icelandic horses. In 2012, she encountered Manuel Jorge de Oliveira, an experience that redirected her career toward classical Portuguese riding.

Her education includes:

* Beginning studies with Manuel Jorge de Oliveira in 2012.

* Completing the inaugural Escola de Equitação program at the Oliveira Stables (2016–2018).

* Continuing into the advanced Alta Escola program.

* Earning a degree in Veterinary Medicine from Ludwig Maximilian University (LMU) Munich (2015–2020).

* Working as a professional rider (Bereiterin) at the Oliveira Stables from 2020–2022, focusing on rehabilitation horses and young horse development.

* Establishing Gut Albersberg in 2022, where she now teaches and trains full time.

Training Philosophy

Anna's work is built around the principles of Vertical Riding, following the teachings of Manuel Jorge de Oliveira.

Her philosophy centers on:

* Horse welfare before performance.

* Individualized training for every horse.

* Gymnastic development that improves long-term soundness.

* Developing balance and self-carriage rather than relying on force.

* Helping horses become physically stronger through correct movement.

* Educating riders to understand why exercises work rather than memorizing techniques.

A guiding principle at Gut Albersberg is Oliveira's motto:

"Good food, good box and most of all good work."

This philosophy extends beyond riding to stable management, nutrition, turnout, and individualized care.

Coaching Specialties

Anna teaches riders from recreational through advanced levels and specializes in:

* Classical dressage

* Vertical Riding

* Young horse education

* Rehabilitation horses

* Horse biomechanics

* Rider position and balance

* Groundwork and in-hand work

* Collection and self-carriage

* Intensive rider development

* Horse behavioral issues

* Individual training programs

* Long-term athletic development of horses.

Professional Experience

While at Oliveira Stables, Anna worked extensively with:

* Young horses beginning their education.

* Rehabilitation horses returning from injury or training setbacks.

* Horses requiring gymnastic rebuilding.

* Riders learning the Vertical Riding system.

She continues to teach at selected Oliveira Stables Escolas and also gives instruction through Marty Stables in Switzerland.

Kids Escola & Educational Work

One of Anna's notable contributions has been creating the Kids Escola program, introducing children to classical riding principles in an accessible way.

She is also the author of:

* Vertikal Kids 1

* Vertikal Kids 2

These books adapt the Oliveira philosophy for younger riders and support structured equestrian education.

Gut Albersberg

Since 2022, Anna has operated Gut Albersberg, a boutique training stable designed around horse welfare.

The facility offers:

* Full training (Vollberitt)

* Partial training (Teilberitt)

* Riding lessons

* Intensive multi-day clinics

* Holiday training programs

* Boarding

* Guest horse accommodations

* Customized feeding plans

* Rehabilitation support

* External clinics (limited availability)

The stable emphasizes:

* Large stalls (many with attached paddocks)

* Daily turnout

* Small herd management

* Individual feeding

* Extensive hacking opportunities

* Minimal use of restrictive training equipment.

Veterinary & Biomechanical Knowledge

Unlike many trainers, Anna combines practical riding expertise with formal veterinary education, allowing her to integrate:

* Equine anatomy

* Biomechanics

* Rehabilitation principles

* Nutrition

* Soundness management

* Preventive care

This scientific background complements her classical training approach, particularly when working with horses recovering from injury or requiring corrective development.

Teaching Style

Students frequently describe Anna's instruction as:

* Calm and systematic.

* Horse-centered.

* Highly individualized.

* Focused on rider understanding.

* Rooted in classical principles rather than quick fixes.

Her aim is to produce confident, independent riders capable of continuing their horses' development after formal training.

Ideal Students

Anna works with:

* Dressage riders

* Classical riding enthusiasts

* Young horse owners

* Riders seeking rehabilitation or corrective training

* Recreational riders wanting better biomechanics

* Riders interested in Portuguese classical riding

* Horse owners looking for individualized, welfare-focused education.