Lessons
GP Cottonwood Stables offers a wide range of lessons for students of all ages and experience levels. With a range of school horses and ponies, we can match the best horse to each individual's needs. Our students have the opportunity to participate in youth summer camps, schooling shows, Christmas fun days, rider level exams, and teaching assistant programs. At Cottonwood we encourage our riders to enjoy learning good horsemanship skills and, above all, to have fun!
Cottonwood also offers riders the opportunity to trailer their horses to our facility for lessons. Our coaches support students during dressage shows and clinics on the Island, helping them excel in the show ring and further their learning opportunities.
About
Selena Pellizzari
Selena Pellizzari is a highly accomplished equestrian professional who has dedicated her life to sport of dressage. As the head coach and owner of GP Cottonwood Stables, Selena has established herself as a leading figure in the industry, with a wealth of experience and expertise that is second to none. Accredited by Equine Canada as a coach in 1994, Selena is a Competition Coach Specialist (Dressage) with a deep understanding of the technical aspects of the sport. She has worked in a variety of settings, including show and sales barns in Florida, California, and Holland, and managed the agriculture and horse shows at the Pacific National Exhibition in Vancouver for 10 years. Selena began her riding career in western, hunter/jumper, and eventing, but for the past 20 years, she has specialized in dressage, competing extensively in BC and the US. Her dedication and passion for the sport have earned her numerous accolades, including Horse Council BC's 2011 Coach of the Year award.