04/16/2026
A major milestone—I’m officially a USDF Certified Instructor through Fourth Level 💫
This program took just over a year—from the first seminar to the final exam. Along the way, I completed three intensive seminars in Ocala focused on lunging, teaching, and riding, followed by a challenging assessment in Wellington. That assessment pushed me to the next level, both technically and mentally. Earning a positive review to move on to the final exam helped build a new level of confidence in my skills 💪
I completed the exam in March of this year, and earlier this month, I found out that I passed—and I’m so excited to finally share the news! 🎉
This certification sets a high standard for lunging, riding, and teaching in the U.S. 🇺🇸 It also strengthens my mission at OnPointe Eq—supporting the education, success, and safety of adult amateurs and young riders through correct training and a solid foundation 🐎
We are pleased to announce and congratulate the newest class of USDF Certified Instructors, who completed their certification this spring! 🎓
Second Level:
🔸Mimi Benton, AR
🔸Rebakah Stought, OH
Third - Fourth Level:
🔹Nicole Ardito-Ng, VA
🔹Jaralyn Gibson, FL
🔹Heidi Hauri-Gill, FL
🔹Caroline Stevenson, FL
🔹Noel Williams, MD
The USDF Instructor/Trainer Development Program is designed to set a standard of excellence in dressage training and instruction in the United States, but it's not just for instructors - this program offers something for everyone!
For the full press release and more information on the program, visit the link below!
🔗 https://www.usdf.org/press/news/view-news.asp?news=1091
