Olivia LaGoy-Weltz

🎯 Specializations

FEI / Grand Prix Dressage

Horse and rider development (young horse → Grand Prix)

Biomechanics-based training system

Competition preparation (CDI / Nations Cup level)

High-performance athlete coaching (USEF pathway programs)

🏆 Experience & Credentials

U.S. Grand Prix international dressage rider

Competed internationally with top horse Rassing’s Lonoir, representing the U.S. at Nations Cups and major CDIs

Long-term training base in Europe (Netherlands, Germany, and international sales/competition barns)

Trained under top figures including Debbie McDonald, Robert Dover, Lars Petersen, Sandy Howard, and European professionals

Appointed USEF Dressage Assistant Pathway Coach supporting U.S. High Performance development programs

Active educator through clinics, mentorship programs, and national training pathways

🧠 Coaching Philosophy

Olivia focuses on precision-based classical dressage with strong biomechanical foundations, emphasizing:

correct rider position and influence

symmetry and straightness in the horse

systematic development from basics to Grand Prix

clarity, consistency, and long-term soundness over quick fixes

Her training approach is strongly influenced by European system work combined with U.S. high-performance sport structure.