Sandra Blake Farrell

Sandra Blake Farrell is an Irish Grand Prix dressage rider, trainer, clinician, and online coach currently based in Brig, Switzerland. She has over 25 years of experience training horses and riders and is a multiple-time Irish National Champion, including National Grand Prix Freestyle Champion in 2016 and 2017. She now coaches riders worldwide through in-person and online lessons.

Specialties

Sandra specializes in:

* Classical dressage

* Grand Prix dressage

* FEI horse development

* Rider biomechanics

* Online dressage coaching

* Competition preparation

* Horse rehabilitation and return-to-work programs

* Young rider development.

Professional Background

Sandra has spent more than two decades competing and coaching at the highest levels of Irish dressage. Highlights include:

* Irish National Grand Prix Freestyle Champion (2016 & 2017).

* More than 10 years competing at Grand Prix.

* Successfully coached riders to Irish National Championship titles at every level, including Grand Prix.

* Regular dressage clinician in Ireland before relocating to Switzerland.

* Founder of Sandra Blake Farrell Dressage Online, offering personalized coaching worldwide using tools such as Pivo and Pixio.

Training Philosophy

Sandra emphasizes:

* Enjoyable, straightforward training.

* Prioritizing the horse's physical and mental well-being.

* Individualized programs for every horse.

* Clear communication between horse and rider.

* Building confidence and understanding through empathy rather than force.

Services

She offers:

* Private dressage lessons

* Online coaching

* Video analysis

* Competition coaching

* Rehabilitation guidance

* Personalized training plans

* Clinics and educational content.