Katherine Groesbeck Eventing

Katy has been riding since the time she could walk and competed in her first horse show at the age of 4. Raised by two professional horse trainers (Teresa Groesbeck and Jim Groesbeck) who shaped her understanding of horsemanship and approach to riding and training, Katy also grew up with the “trickle-down” influence and wisdom of mentors and horsemen such as Ray Hunt, Eike Von Velthein, Jack LeGoff, Bobby Ingersoll, Becky Hart, and others. Her parents continue to be her primary supporters and mentors, and she has had the great fortune to ride and campaign horses produced by Cedarhaven Performance Horses, including her own Oz The Tin Man, currently competing at the Advanced level.
Although Katy considers herself an avid competitor, she also enjoys bringing the young horses along at home. She had the good fortune of growing up watching horses of all breeds and disciplines get started under saddle and had the opportunity to work with young horses under the guidance of her parents. No matter the discipline, breed, or horse’s skill level, Katy emphasizes the importance of cross-training and thinks every horse should start (and end!) with a well-rounded foundation, and her goal is to help each horse she rides learn to perform to the best of their individual capabilities.