In a world where conventional horsemanship often speaks in the language of dominance and even positive reinforcement systems rely on conditioned responses, the ROTH Certified Trainers and Instructors stand as pioneering voices of a revolutionary truth. These extraordinary individuals have completed a journey as intensive as any university degree; a minimum three-year immersion into the depths of trust-based horsemanship, energy mastery, and interspecies connection. A profound transformation that evolves uniquely within each practitioner. They have gentled wild horses, started untouched colts, solved complex behavioral challenges, and touched upon the telepathic realm where true understanding goes beyond physical communication.
What sets these practitioners apart is transformation. Each has undergone a profound personal evolution, where sensitivity has become their superpower and intuition their compass. They stand as living bridges between worlds, fluent in languages spoken without words, masterful in energies wielded without touch. Their certification represents far more than a credential; it embodies a sacred covenant to uphold the highest standards of horsemanship, to share profound wisdom with integrity, and to create ripples of change that touch every corner of the equine world. We proudly present these torchbearers of change, ready to illuminate new paths in your journey with horses.
Certified Instructors
Katie Dixon
The Wild Heart's Whisper, VT
Equine educator dedicated to horse connection and rescue rehabilitation. Through Renegade Equine and Aylas Equine Revival, she teaches handlers, riders, and children nationwide, specializing in rescue and rehabilitation work.
Helen Dryland
The Heartbeat of Horse Wisdom, France
Instructor with four decades of partnership with ROTH's founder, from show jumping to taming Lippizaner stallions. Based across France, Germany, UK, and Bosnia, she guides riders to discover transformative connection that transcends technique.
Staci Grattan
The Holistic Partnership Architect, MN
At Minnesota's Spirit Horse Center, Staci combines ROTH training with dressage and holistic healing. Mentored by Anna Twinney, she specializes in confidence building, remedial issues, and gentle saddle starts. Travels nationwide for clinics.
Certified Trainers
Certified trainers not listed below are Anna Forre-Covers, Cynthia Herron Carrona, Liv Bjerre, Lorraine Campbell, Safia Khider, Sara Vanecek, and Meghann Harty.
Anyssa Haberkorn-Gomez
Healing Hearts of the Rescued, VT
Catherine Hayden
Champion of the Forgotten Voices, OR
Vicki Bennett
The Sensitive Strength, OR
Amy Buck-Thiessen
Keeper of the Gentle Way, MI
Carmen Schamel
Guardian of the Horse-Human Bridge, CO
Carolina Baertscht
Summoned by the Voice of the Wild, AZ
Clea Hall
Sanctuary Keeper of the Sacred Connection, NM
Juliette Hermant
From Dressage Arenas to Wild Mustang Country, NY
Laura Schumann
Symphony Conductor & Horse Whisperer, CT
Lisa Love
A Name That Speaks Her Truth, WI
Melody Squire
Farrier, Healer & Equine Advocate, VT
Maranda Riley
The Voice of Winter's Horses, MN
Sandy Vaughn
The Convergence of Two Callings, OR
Rachel Austin
Forever Student of the Horse, OR
Sharon Tiraschi
The Soul Purpose Unveiled, CO
Tricia Hatle
Wild West Spirit, Wild Horse Wisdom, WY
Tammy Igleheart
The Body-Mind Bridge Builder, NC
Suzanne van der Linden
The Voice for the Voiceless, Netherlands
Sophia Fireman
The Emerging Whisper of Trust, NC
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