The Story
Rider.
Educator.
Advocate.
Transforming the way we understand the horse-human partnership—one rider at a time.
I wasn't born into this world—
I fell into it.
There was no family farm, no legacy of riders before me. Just a kid who couldn't stop staring at horses in fields and begging for lessons until my parents finally gave in.
That obsession never faded. It evolved. From pony club to eventing, from local shows to national competitions, each step revealed something new about what's possible when you truly listen to your horse.
"Success isn't about the ribbons on the wall. It's about the partnership you build in the arena."— Samantha Baer
Years competing
Podcast episodes
Community members
From Rider to Educator
As a professional event rider, I've lived the highs—the clear rounds, the personal bests, the moments where everything clicks. But I've also lived the lows. The injuries. The doubt. The days when nothing seems to work.
Those struggles taught me something important: the answer isn't always to push harder. Sometimes it's to understand deeper. That realization changed everything.
I started studying biomechanics—not just equine, but human. How does my body affect my horse? I dove into sports psychology. How does my mindset show up in my riding? I researched welfare science. What does my horse actually need to thrive?
The answers I found were too important to keep to myself. So I started talking about them. First in clinics. Then on social media. Eventually, through The Elevated Equestrian podcast.
Three Pillars of Excellence
Biomechanics
Understanding how both horse and rider move. When you know the mechanics, you can solve problems at their source—not just mask symptoms.
01Mindset
The mental game is half the battle. Competition nerves, confidence, focus— your brain is either your greatest asset or your biggest obstacle.
02Welfare
Happy horses perform better. Period. Physical health, mental wellbeing, and ethical training aren't optional—they're the foundation.
03The Elevated Equestrian
Conversations with the brilliant minds shaping our sport. Olympic riders, equine scientists, biomechanics experts, and mental performance coaches— sharing wisdom you won't find anywhere else.
What started as curiosity became a community. Thousands of riders tuning in each week, hungry for the same knowledge I was.
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My Values
Excellence
Never settling. Always growing.
Compassion
For horses. For riders. For the journey.
Integrity
Honest methods. Ethical practices.
Community
We rise by lifting others.
Let's Build Something
Together
Whether you want to work together, be a guest on the podcast, or just say hi—I'd love to hear from you.