Bringing more than 25 years of equine industry experience from 4H competition to AQHA World Championship level showing. Dedicated to correct horsemanship, positive rider education, and fair, consistent judging.
Horse Show Judge • Clinician • Educator
Providing professional judging, personalized instruction, and interactive clinics designed to inspire riders and exhibitors.
Professional, prompt, and supportive judging for 4-H, open, schooling, and breed association shows across Western and English disciplines.
Tailored riding lessons for youth and adult riders. Focus on seat balance, soft hands, horse communication, and pattern precision.
Engaging, half-day, and full-day horsemanship clinics designed for 4-H clubs, equestrian teams, and boarding facilities.
More than 25 years of hands-on experience riding, showing, and working with horses across a wide range of disciplines and levels of competition.
Request Booking Info & RatesExperience across Western, English and Ranch disciplines including showmanship, horsemanship, equitation, western pleasure, western riding, hunter under saddle, trail, ranch riding, and reining. Having competed in such a variety of events brings a well-rounded perspective to both judging and instruction.
Competed from grassroots 4-H and open shows through major breed competition, including earning titles at the All American Quarter Horse Congress and AQHA World Championship Show. That range of experience provides an understanding of exhibitors at nearly every stage, from first-time competitors to seasoned show riders.
Continued judging education through 4-H and university judging programs. Experience also includes teaching clinics for youth and adult riders, serving as a PA 4-H Horsemanship Skills Examiner, and volunteering within the 4-H program.
More than 5 years of experience behind the scenes at horse shows, including scribing, ring stewarding, announcing, and show operations. This experience provides an understanding of horse shows from the perspectives of the exhibitor, judge, and show staff.
Showing, judging, teaching, and learning.
Growing up, I didn’t always have access to the biggest and best. What I did have were people who were willing to share their knowledge, offer advice, and take the time to help me become a better rider and horsewoman.
Those mentors made a lasting impact on me and played an important role in the success I’ve been fortunate to experience. Now, I want to pass that forward.
Whether I’m teaching a lesson, leading a clinic, or judging a horse show, my goal is to help passionate riders of all ages learn, grow, and level up.
I love sharing the tips, techniques, and lessons I’ve picked up through more than 25 years in the horse industry, especially the little things that can make a big difference. If I can help another rider build confidence, better understand their horse, or reach a goal they’ve been working toward, then I’m doing what so many others once did for me.
Whether you are organizing an upcoming horse show, planning a clinic for your club, or inquiring about private lessons, please fill out the form and Alyssa will be in touch promptly.
📍 Based in Southwestern Pennsylvania / Tri-State Area.
✈️ Available for travel across PA, OH, WV, MD, NY, and nationwide for multi-day shows and clinics.