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Testimonials from Erica's students
  • Erica's students from around the world talk about how her lessons have changed their riding.
  • Tami Hoag
    Internationally famous author,
    2005 USDF Adult Amateur Champion Intermediate 1
    2005 USDF Adult Amateur PSG 4th place nationally
    2005 USDF Adult Amateur Intermediate 2: 4rd place
    2005 USDF Adult Amateur Grand Prix: 3rd place

  • Testimonial: "With Erica's help I have been able to achieve a more elegant and effective seat. I really feel she has helped open the door for me to move on with confidence into international competition. Her ability to isolate even the most subtle of issues with the rider's position is truly remarkable. Her ability to convey clearly and concisely how and--most importantly why--to make corrections is unsurpassed in my experience riding with top trainers and coaches all over the country. I consider my work with Erica to be absolutely essential to my success as a grand prix dressage rider. I definitely plan to keep her as part of my "team" as I move toward higher and higher goals in the sport."


  • Kristy Kelly
							 rides in Erica's Australia clinic
  • Kristy Kelly
    Australian Clinic 2023

  • Testimonial: "I was fortunate enough to have two amazing lessons with Erica Poseley during her stay with the McLean Family in Australia. What an incredible woman!  I had heard amazing things about Erica but I was still blown away by her enthusiasm, knowledge and ability to teach rider biomechanics and riding posture so clearly and thoroughly. What really blew my mind was the immediate response my gorgeous pony gave me when I made the postural changes under Erica's guidance.  His movement improved out of sight, because my body was suddenly allowing it.  For the welfare of our horses, learning to ride them as best as we possibly can is so important.  Thank you Erica!! I am so grateful for the opportunity to meet you and learn so much from you!


     
  • Michelle Beck
    Australian Clinic 2023

  • Testimonial: "I just wanted to say how grateful I am for the opportunity to work with Erica over these last couple of days.She is such a kind, dynamic and wise woman - so perceptive at picking up the most minor of positional errors, and so clear in her communication as to how to make corrections! She was on to my (many) physical foibles in a flash, and very quickly had me understanding and applying her suggestions. She has a repertoire of great visualisations and a number of different approaches to help the rider when her adjustments aren't immediately obvious. - both I and observers could see how Bart's way of going improved as my position did. I also enjoyed seeing her use those same skills with much more competent riders than I. Everyone had 'ah ha' moments - who knew thumbs could affect stability so much - I might try using mine!!!  Manu (my instructor) has already been addressing my positional quirks - it was great to have a second set of eyes and some new ideas to facilitate my ongoing efforts to become an easier rider for my beloved Bart to carry. It was very satisfying to work with someone who uses the Equine Learning Theory principles - reduces the potential for horse and rider confusion ...and my brain was full enough as it was!!  Please pass on my sincere thanks to Erica. I do hope she will make the long journey back to Australia again  - I know there'll be a long queue of riders wanting to work with her again."


  • Michelle Welton
    Australian Clinic 2023

  • Testimonial: "Yesterday I had a session with the wonderful Erica Poseley from Got Seat organised by Equitation Science International - ESI. Working on optimal biomechanics and how to use my body in a way that helps instead of hinders my horse. Finn enjoyed being the passive participant in the lesson because it was all about being a better, balanced, aligned rider for my horse instead of the other way around. Erica shared her knowledge in a fun and engaging manner, using easy to remember prompts and demonstrations. We had some good laughs along the way too. Now to be continually cognizant of the small adjustments to make it muscle memory."


  • Kath Dunstan
    Australian Clinic 2023

  • Testimonial: "I thought I could confidently say I was able to ride a horse….sit on a horse more like it. Even after 25 + years of being able to “sit” on a horse, what Erica taught me in just 4 days has changed me as a rider forever. I’ve always known I was the common denominator that let the partnership down and longed to be taught how to sit correctly, a fundamental I sadly missed out on from a young age.  I now understand the WHY and reasons behind all the basics and most importantly the benefits of a correct seat & biomechanics, which of course that transposes through to a happier horse and dancing partner. A balanced, stable, soft and giving rider is what i'm finally becoming! Thank you SO MUCH ESI for this incredible opportunity and Erica for all of your passion, wisdom and patience. Ella’s & my future is shining brighter than ever now and I cannot wait until you’re back here again in Australia."


  • Belinda Loccisano
    Australian Clinic 2023

  • Testimonial: "Yesterday Sao and I were very fortunate to attend a second lesson with Erica Poseley, rider biomechanics and position expert. I gained so much awareness and information, now to implement what I’ve learnt. If Erica returns, I highly recommend attending her lessons, for all levels."


  • Marie Engstrom
    Brio Horsemanship & DP Saddlery Dealer

  • Testimonial: "We have an Equestrian center in Oracle AZ, with boarders, training horses and offering lessons and clinics. We work in French classical method and teach and show in working equitation. I contacted Erica 2 years ago, because I felt that I lost my seat and it was frustrating. Really needed someone on the ground to correct me. We scheduled a clinic with Erica and several of our clients rode in the clinic. It was a lot of hard work, but we saw some amazing results from both riders and horses during the clinic. I love the fact that there can be just a little change that needs to be done and then you feel so different and together with the horse. Erica has an great eye for the details in rider's biomechanics, she can figure out very fast what is going on and what needs to be done and how to continue and build onto what has been worked on before. We now have had Erica out for clinics several times and she always gives every rider at any level something to work on and how to improve. That’s what we love about Erica’s clinic, we get better as riders and the horses are working happily and balanced. Erica is also the only certified ESI instructor in USA, which makes her clinics very interesting, she can mix the rider biomechanics with horses learning theories and give you exercises for both. Her teaching fits so well in with how we work and teach, so we recommend all our students to rider with Erica when she comes for a clinic."


  • Julie Creasy

  • Testimonal: "A few years ago I purchased a young mare, Elle, to train in dressage. It has been a fun, rewarding and sometimes harrowing experience! Without Erica’s guidance and expert help I never would have been successful in bringing along this talented mare. It has not been an easy road, but together we have tackled many issues. There have been days when I felt like giving up, but Erica introduced us to Operant Conditioning and it has completely changed the interaction between me and my horse. Now I have a system to guide me that I can always rely on to get consistent results and responses. My mare understands what I am asking for and it is her happy place. Erica was able to help me build the confidence through systematic training so that we could tackle our issues and train my mare with kindness and consistency. What has kept me going are those special rides where I feel like I am one with my horse. Who doesn't love having a partner that responds to light aids? Erica has an amazing eye for detail and I often feel like she is sitting in the saddle with me when I am riding. Erica has helped me find that wonderful balance between influencing my horse with my light directing seat and clear aids. I am certain that without Erica I would not be the confident and proficient rider that I have become. I am super excited about the future we have as a team."


  • Judit Somogyi
    Balance Point Training

  • Testimonal: "I am very fortunate to call Erica Poseley a dear friend. Thankfully Erica has been a regular clinician at my training facility in Reno Nevada. Her expertise in the field of bio-mechanics has not only helped me with my riding, but dozens of my studenlessonsts enjoy learning from her and have experienced their riding skills improve. Erica's keen eye coupled with her vast knowledge makes her worth every penny. I am continually amazed at her ability to convey important concepts in an easy to understand manner. Also now that she holds a degree in Equitation Science there is a whole new world opened up to those people wishing to train in a kinder and clearer way. Erica understands how humans learn and how horses learn making her a world class teacher. Thanks Erica for being wonderful to your students and especially the horses."


  • Ingrid Doll

  • Testimonal: "Erica has a wonderful eye for rider’s position and is a perfectionist. She has had such a huge impact on my riding. I believe that riding dressage is similar to ballroom dancing, in that in order to be effective, each partner has to be in their own perfect balance. Finding and keeping this balance is what makes the rider able to be a real partner with her horse. Erica’s true talent lies in helping riders find their most effective and correct position, then using it to positively effect the horse’s balance so that the horse is truly in self carriage."


Erica's Lessons:
"I teach clinics throughout the West Coast and I am also available for clinics anywhere in North American. While I am based in Watsonville, CA, I teach regular weekly lessons throughout the San Francisco Bay Area and surrounding regions.During lunging and riding lessons, I break down each element that creates the correct seat and focus on what your specific needs are at any given time. A better seat enables you to give clear cues, improving communication with your horse and making for a more harmonious ride. Students are consistently amazed at their improvement in a short period of time through increasing their awareness of their body."


To Schedule an Seat Lesson or Equine Learning Theory Consultation:
Contact Erica at erica@gotseat.com or call Erica at (831) 206-9613
Long distance Video Consultations also available, click Here for more details.

Combining an understanding of how the horse learns with improved rider biomechanics makes the whole riding experience more harmonious and satisfying.