Michelle's Story
Michelle's a self-made entrepreneur who has built her business independently from scratch. Her journey has been built on resilience, determination, hard work and passion. She began her business with very little money, following a difficult personal period in her life that left her homeless with two teenage children, taking the risk proved pivotal. Through hard work, long hours and unwavering dedication, the business has grown into the respected brand it is today.
Along the way, Michelle faced many challenges, including negativity and toxicity from within the industry, which took a toll on her mental wellbeing. Emerging stronger, she's more determine and committed than ever to expanding and developing MRW International.
Michelle’s message to aspiring equestrians:
“Invest in yourself. Gain as much knowledge, skill and experience as you possibly can. Become the best version of yourself—and never give up on your dreams.”
Professional Achievements
Michelle's a highly skilled professional, master trainer and coach whose work is based on classical and traditional training methods, natural horsemanship and equine behaviour.
MRW International Dressage Horse Sales is part of the wider MRW Training Establishment, that offers guidance and support for both horse and rider.
Her experience includes:
- International breeder of dressage and showjumping horses
- Professional trainer of backing and producing young horses
- Professional trainer and producer of dressage and showjumping horses
- Classical rider and trainer
- Classical trainer and coach
- Master of groundwork training
- Master of natural horsemanship
- Master of equine behaviour
- Equestrian psychologist, helping riders with their mindset and focus
- Professional coach, aligning riders to improve balance and performance
- Professional competition rider in dressage and showjumping
- Highly skilled in biometrics, analysing the physical, emotional and behavioural characteristics of horses to support their mental and physical wellbeing
Our Philosophy
MRW International is built upon a fundamental commitment: placing horse and rider at the heart of everything they do. Through the integration of classical and traditional training methods, to modern behavioural science, and natural horsemanship, Michelle delivers a training methodology rooted in empathy and technical excellence. She honours the unique character and individual background of every horse, and her mission is to secure motivated partnerships that empower both horse and rider to become success, reaching their highest potential.
