Kyra Kyrklund, An Innovative Rider and Trainer

A Legend

"t is rare to see a rider who is truly passionate about the horse and his training, taking a profound interest in dressage with self-abnegation, and making this extraordinarily subtle work one of the dominant motivations of his life." Nuno Oliveria.

Legends aren't born, they are made. Kyra Kyrklund, is a self made, but selflessly dedicated, rider, teacher and student. With the proof in the pudding, her popularity of all three has been on the rise since her published book Dressage with Kyra, and the uber-successful companion DVDs.

Kyra has since then holding steadfast to her principles to an increasing world-wide who is thirsty for simple and practical training methods that keep a happy equine athlete.

Her current goal is to compete in the upcoming 2008 Olympics, and "there have been talks" for the 2007 USDF Symposium. Until then she remains an charismatic figure with a dedication to the sport and its horses.

Text by Kelly Gage

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