Pati Pierucci is a multifaceted individual with extensive experience and accomplishments in the realms of teaching, coaching, competing, training, and learning within the equestrian world.
As a teacher, she brings enthusiasm, inspiration, and tangible results, drawing from her background as a high-performance competitor, trainer, and coach. Pati is known for her generosity in sharing her knowledge, particularly in helping amateurs of all levels gain confidence and reach their goals.
In her coaching role, Pati has achieved remarkable success, guiding numerous riders to prestigious medals (Ten riders to Gold), (Twelve riders to Silver) and (multiple riders to Broze) as well as coaching aspiring judges to attain high scores and prestigious statuses. She has also coached riders to compete at national and international levels, such as the NAJYRC Nationals.
As a competitor, Pati has an impressive track record, having been long listed for Olympic selection trials and achieving notable rankings in national and international standings. She holds USDF Bronze, Silver, and Gold Medals and has excelled in Grand Prix competitions, including achieving CLS 5***** Star Rating.
Pati's expertise extends to training horses at all levels, from starting under saddle to Grand Prix, with a particular focus on finishing horses to the highest levels of competition. She has garnered significant achievements in training, including winning the FEI 6-year-old Test at Dressage at Devon.
Moreover, Pati is a dedicated student of sport, having trained closely with esteemed mentors such as Robert Dover, Kathy Connelly, Betsy Steiner, and Martin Schaudt over the years. Her commitment to learning and honing her skills is evident in her long-standing involvement in the equestrian community, particularly in Wellington, Florida, where she has been riding and competing since 1992.
In addition to her roles as a teacher, coach, competitor, and trainer, Pati contributes to the equestrian community as a radio co-host on the Horse Radio Network, further demonstrating her passion for and dedication to the sport.
