The heart of Centerline Equestrian Center
Erin M. Curran
- Owner, and Manager of Centerline and life-long equestrian.
- Long time student of Classical Equitation with Carol Lynn McArdle.
Carol Lynn McArdle Tir na nOg School of Classical Equitation
- Master Teacher & Clinician specializing in Classical Equitation and In-Hand work.
- Short listed for the USA Olympics in 1986 representing 3-Day Eventing, a Grand Prix level Dressage rider and Master teacher of Classical Equitation.
- Carol Lynn teaches riders to help their horses be all they can be. She preserves the cheerfulness and positivity in both her equine and human students and helps people from all disciplines improve their riding and training.
- Contact Carol Lynn (425) 417-9270 to set up a lesson here at Centerline. We have a lovely and patient school master.
Gemma Richard
Gemma Richard of COLLABORATIVE HORSEMANSHIP is a freelance, mobile horse trainer serving Island, San Juan, and Skagit counties. With over ten years of experience training and starting horses, as well as teaching riders of all ages, she has developed a program that delivers meaningful results for both horse and rider—while also fostering lasting friendships.
At the heart of Gemma’s approach is psychology. She believes that true success in any partnership begins with understanding the equine mind. From that foundation, respect, trust, and confidence are built and earned.
Communication is key. Through clear intention and well-defined boundaries, both horse and rider gain the clarity they need to succeed—allowing the real enjoyment to begin. Gemma’s philosophy is simple: learning with horses should be both effective and fun.
Contact Gemma at (360) 317-5977 to set up a lesson or a training session.
https://www.collaborative-horsemanship.com
Jessi Bergsma Rockenbach
Jessi Bergsma Rockenbach of JBR HORSEMANSHIP applies a foundation grounded in relationship-based, respectful horsemanship, bringing a thoughtful and considered approach to every partnership. Her work emphasizes clear communication, consent, boundaries and body awareness—prioritizing the horse’s emotional and physical experience as the cornerstone of lasting progress. Rather than relying on force or compliance, she focus on creating an environment where horses feel safe enough to engage, explore, and ultimately choose connection and trust in your leadership.
A central element of her philosophy is helping horses find a more relaxed, regulated state in both mind and body. By developing softness, balance, and understanding from the inside out, horses learn to release tension, move with greater freedom, and come into frame without resistance. The goal is not to “put” a horse into position, but to support them in seeking contact willingly—building trust so that connection becomes something they reach for, not retreat from.
Through patient, observant training and a deep respect for each horse as an individual, she helps horses and humans alike develop stronger, more harmonious relationships. Whether working with young horses, those needing a restart, or horses experiencing tension or disconnection, her approach fosters confidence, relaxation, and a genuine partnership that carries through every aspect of the horse and rider’s life.
Contact Jessi to learn more about how she can help you and your horse. (707) 599-4543