Werner Geven is an internationally recognized trainer and competitor in eventing, show jumping and dressage. Not only has he earned his Riding and Instructor Certification from the British Horse Society, but also from the Dutch Horse Federation. Originally from The Netherlands, Werner and his family moved to the United States in 2000 to become the resident trainer at Poplar Place Farm.
Werner has imported, trained and competed many young horses up to the international levels in eventing, show jumping and dressage. Some of his accomplishments are competing at the World Equestrian Games in Achen, Germany, and several times at 4* Rolex, Kentucky for eventing, the World Championships in Lanakan, Belgium for show jumping, and competing up to Grand Prix in dressage, earning his Bronze, Silver and Gold Medals from the United States Dressage Federation.
Werner has also coached many riders up the levels. Most of his students h ave started with him as beginner kids and went on to compete successfully at the international level and Young Riders.
Werner’s services at Poplar Place Farm include individual and group lessons, monthly training and , coaching at shows.