Photo credit: VT Photography
Hi there. Welcome to The Equestrian Stop!
My name is Aracelia, I’m a Mexican dressage rider based in Belgium. And I accept it: I’m addicted to horses, Dressage and buying stuff in tack shops or anything that has a horse on it.
Now that we got that out of the way I want to talk about this space. I like to read equestrian blogs to learn tips and tricks, and also to see how other people live this passion for horses. But I haven’t found anything from Latin America that hasn’t got to do with bullfighting -as you can predict I’m really not a fan- sooooo that’s why I decided to start this space. To give a glimpse and record my experiences with horses from this part of the world. I want this space to share with you the ups and downs of becoming a dressage Grand Prix rider, and to share the experiences I have gathered since my mom sat me on a horse when I was 2 and that we all learn how wonderful are these animals.
Now is the time I would ask yourself: Who is she to say this stuff? Well, I’m a Dressage rider that has competed up to Young Riders and was fortunate to represent Mexico. Also, I’m an FEI Steward of Para-Equestrian, Dressage and stewarded in the 2012 London Paralympic Games. And was a Mexican national Dressage Judge up to USEF 2nd level (have taken refresher courses). Until I moved to Europe, I was the assistant of the Dressage Committee of my Federation, also the show manager of the shows that they organized. As you read before I have shared more than 25 years with horses and even if I learned very little through the years I think I can share some of the many things that have happened to me.
Please tell me what you want to see here. Hope you enjoy it!
FYI: The Equestrian Stop is a for-profit blog. Content may include sponsored posts and affiliate links.