Dominique Buckland's approach to dressage training goes beyond technical proficiency in the arena; it revolves around fostering a deep and meaningful partnership between horse and rider. Her philosophy is rooted in principles of trust, empathy, and understanding, ensuring that the journey of training is as enriching and enjoyable as the achievements in competition.

 

Dominique discovered her love for riding at a young age, leading her to train with Leslie Reid and develop a deep appreciation for dressage. Throughout her career, she has achieved numerous accolades, including making both short and long-lists for the Canadian team on multiple horses. Notably, she secured fifth place in the 2007 Pan American trials with Matisse and repeated this in 2011 with Utango. Dominique has secured many top finishes internationally with Spangkaergaards Romulus, and her dedication is highlighted by multiple horse of the year awards.

 

Her pursuit of excellence took her across North America and Europe, competing in the Grand Prix for eight years and training under esteemed mentors like Arnd Erben and Leida Collins Strijk. Dominique also enjoys developing young horses, nurturing their potential to become future stars in dressage.

 

Recognizing that every partnership is unique, Dominique tailors her coaching to meet the specific needs and abilities of each horse and rider pair. Whether coaching beginners or seasoned competitors, her approach remains consistent in its emphasis on respect and compassion

 

Residing in Langley, BC, Canada, Dominique runs a successful coaching and training business. She is married to Gary Buckland and has two children, Maddox and Sloane.