Noel Williams

Noel Williams is an American Grand Prix dressage rider, trainer, coach, and judge based in Annapolis, Maryland, where she runs Noel Williams Dressage.

🏆 Background & Family

Daughter of top US dressage professionals:

George Williams (US Equestrian Dressage Youth Coach, former USDF President)

Roberta Williams (FEI-level trainer)

Grew up at Tempel Lipizzans, one of the most influential classical dressage environments in the US

Introduced to advanced horse training extremely early (including stallion handling and long-reining as a child)

🐎 Riding & Competition Career

USDF Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medalist

Former US Junior & Young Rider competitor

Key results:

2005 USEF Junior Dressage National Champion

2007 North American Young Riders Team Silver Medalist

Has trained and competed horses:

From young horses → FEI Grand Prix level

Including successful development of multiple stallions and Grand Prix horses

🎓 Training & Coaching Style

She is known for:

Developing young horses into FEI-level competitors

Strong emphasis on classical, correct basics

Special expertise in stallion handling and breeding farm development

Coaching riders across levels (amateur to competitive Grand Prix)

She has trained under or worked with major international figures including:

Steffen Peters

Anne Gribbons

Jean Bemelmans

Klaus Balkenhol

George Williams (father and primary mentor)

🧠 Credentials

USEF “r” Dressage Judge

USDF Gold Medalist

Former Head Trainer at Crosiadore Farm

Runs clinics across the US and internationally

Offers training, sales, and judging services