Meet Your Trainer

Robin

For over three decades, my journey in the fitness industry has been intertwined with a lifelong love affair with horses. From my earliest memories, I've been riding these powerful yet very sensitive animals, fostering a deep respect for their beauty and grace.

In my heart, I hold a steadfast belief that our commitment to our equine partners extends beyond the saddle—our physical fitness is paramount to their well-being. This philosophy has led me to merge the principles of Pilates, with its emphasis on balance and efficiency, with the foundational elements of The Scales of Training used in the development of horses.

Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of working with a diverse clientele, from young athletes and injured athletes to the sedentary, elderly and everyone in between. However, it's my connection with fellow equestrians that fuels my passion the most. Understanding their devotion to these willing animals on a personal level has inspired me to craft a specialized program tailored to their unique needs.

My goal is to highlight this amazing connection and open the door for improvements along the way with my programs at Rocking Horse Fitness.

Equestrian fitness training

"That horse is a Ferrari and you're riding him like a garbage truck."

  –Hilda C. Gurney

BOOM!

I was passionate about horses and knew that pilates training, specifically, offered so much value to the sport of riding…all disciplines included!

At that point I made equestrian fitness & pilates training the focus of my career and in 2014 I launched ROCKING HORSE FITNESS, LLC.

I currently work mostly with Equestrians.  I enhance the training they are already doing with their riding instructors and I often work with them as well! I make training educational, enjoyable and beneficial for both the horse and the rider. I try to create a fun learning environment, introducing concepts, perhaps in a new way with no judgement or expectations other than commitment and consistency!

The horse and the rider are a team and should be trained to speak the same language with their bodies while they are in motion together. My goal is to facilitate this amazing connection with my program at Rocking Horse Fitness.

Highlights

  • Pilates Trainer, NCPT

  • Personal Trainer, NASM

  • Health Coach, ACE

  • Indoor Cycle Trainer, SCHWINN

  • Group Exercise Instructor, AFFA

  • Member, PMA

  • Member, USEF

  • Member, Chamber of Commerce, Middleburg, Virginia

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What our Clients are saying…

  • Do your riding a favor--sign up for Hoof Camp w/ Robin and deepen your riding experience!

    Nancy Sanchez

  • Robin provides hard work and fun!

    Patti Rasmussen

  • Super knowledgeable and educated, has really helped my riding career and is really fun to train with!

    Julianne Brownson

  • After our first (very long!) discussion on Messenger, I took the decision to buy a package of personal lessons over a video conferencing program called Zoom. I can honestly say I think it’s the best investment I have made in my riding, ever; and likewise in my own health and fitness.

    I have to say that the Zoom lessons – which we recorded, meaning that I could repeat them at will – meant that I could practice my Pilates every day if I had the chance. Moreover, Robin had given me specific exercises that addressed my hip mobility, balance and coordination (some of my biggest issues) which I could do daily. Now, in October, when I’m finally reunited with my horse, and back in the saddle, I could not be happier with my own condition.

    I highly recommend Robin and her Zoom tutorials.

    Clara Zawawi

  • As a dressage rider returning to the saddle, Pilates work with Robin helped me rebuild and stabilize my core after my second pregnancy and resulting c-section. It also had the added benefit of providing me with a new awareness of my body position and balance in the saddle. A strong core and balanced seat are critical to effective communication and harmony with your horse and a toned tummy is an added benefit!

    Cameron Over, Dressage Rider

  • I am a professional dressage rider who discovered Pilates through Rocking Horse Fitness. Robin has helped me tremendously both in and out of the saddle. Since training with Robin, I have discovered a whole new balance and alignment in the saddle which helps me to communicate more effectively with my horses while training.

    I am so thankful I met Robin and have recommended her to all my students, clients and fellow professionals!

    - Julianne Brownson
    USDF Bronze, Silver & Gold Medalist Schockemohle Sports-USA