Alexandra Schürmann

Disciplines

* Ranch Riding

* Ranch Trail

* Ranch Rail

* Ranch Reining

* Cutting

* Cow Horse

* Working Equitation

* Western Riding

* Cattle Work

* Young horse development

Coaching Specialties

* Ranch horse development

* Cutting and cow work

* Working Equitation

* Young horse starting

* Western riding fundamentals

* Trail obstacle training

* Competition coaching

* Horse and rider development

* Cattle handling

* Versatile ranch horse training

Training Philosophy

Alexandra focuses on producing calm, reliable, and versatile horses through clear communication, consistency, and practical ranch skills. Her program combines the principles of Ranch Horse competition and Working Equitation to develop horses that are athletic, responsive, and suitable for both competition and everyday riding.

Professional Background

Alexandra is the founder and head trainer of Schürmann Training Stable, a German training facility dedicated to Ranch Horse, Cutting, and Working Equitation. She began riding in a classical riding school before transitioning to Western riding as a teenager, later competing successfully in youth and amateur divisions. Today she trains horses, coaches riders, presents horses at competitions, and hosts clinics throughout Germany.

Competition Background

* Multiple Youth and Amateur championship placings

* Rhineland Champion (Pleasure)

* Rhineland Reserve Champion (Trail)

* Active Ranch Horse and Cutting competitor

* Demonstrator at Americana 2023, showcasing bridleless cutting with Shiney Bud.

Areas of Expertise

* Ranch Horse

* Cutting

* Cow Horse

* Working Equitation

* Young horse training

* Western riding

* Trail obstacles

* Cattle work

* Rider education

Services

* Horse training (Beritt)

* Young horse starting

* Private lessons

* Clinics

* Competition coaching

* Horse presentation at shows

* Ranch Horse training

* Working Equitation instruction

* Cattle work clinics

* Online coaching

Certifications & Qualifications

* State-certified Pferdewirtin – Spezialreitweisen (Western Riding)

* Pferdefachwirtin (Horse Business Management)

* Professional Horsewoman (AQHA & DQHA)

* Licensed Trainer A Westernreiten (EWU/FN)

Notable Highlights

* Founder of Schürmann Training Stable.

* State-certified Western riding professional and Trainer A.

* Specializes in Ranch Horse, Cutting, and Working Equitation.

* Regularly hosts clinics and cattle work events for riders of all experience levels.

* Demonstrated bridleless cutting at Americana 2023, one of Europe's premier Western riding events.