Multi-Discipline Performance Trainer & Riding Academy   |  Santa Ynez, CA

Trainer and Judge Kelly Elm has spent her lifetime training, showing, and teaching others to ride Arabian horses. It is her passion and her way of life. She has trained at Arroyo Arabians in Santa Ynez since 1987. Whether you are new to the horse world, or a seasoned horse show person, Kelly strives to make learning fun and empowering. She trains in the English, Western and Hunter Pleasure divisions. Kelly grew up showing Equitation and Showmanship and enjoys teaching these divisions. Having judged Youth Nationals, Canadian Nationals and US Nationals multiple times, she knows the rules of the show arena and what the judges are looking for. But most importantly, you will have fun at Arroyo Arabians!