At Ellen Tillman Dressage, our mission is to offer outstanding dressage training, coaching, and sales assistance while embodying compassion, kindness, and excellence. Ellen Tillman is a dedicated and empathetic instructor who prioritizes the fundamentals of dressage and fosters a positive environment for both riders and horses.

Having earned her bronze medal scores in dressage and successfully trained her own horse through Third Level, Ellen has firsthand experience overcoming the challenges of training from the rider’s perspective. Her expertise is further enriched by training with renowned dressage professionals such as Christine Stephenson, Alyssa Pitts, Kimberly Mitchell, Kathryn Christensen, and Garyn Heidemann, as well as participating in clinics with Austin Webster, Kari McClain, and Rebecca Rigdon.

Whether you’re an experienced rider striving for higher competition levels or a newcomer exploring the world of dressage, Ellen Tillman Dressage is dedicated to supporting and guiding you on your journey.

The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.

-Eleanor Roosevelt-

Video below is Ellen riding Claribel with one of her favorite instructors, Kimberly Mitchell in 2023.