In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead and Tik Maynard are joined by event riders Erin and Marc Grandia.

Erin and Marc Grandia are based out of Washington State, where they operate Full Gallop Eventing, a top equestrian facility focused on training horses and riders to be successful at all levels of eventing. Marc has competed through the CCI4* and advanced levels of eventing and is licensed to design cross-country courses through the intermediate level. Marc specializes in starting young horses under saddle and is an ICP level 3 certified instructor. Erin has ridden through the CCI3* and intermediate levels and is an ICP level 2 certified instructor. Erin enjoys coaching riders up the levels and helping them reach their goals.

In this episode, Erin and Marc discuss topics related to running a training business, including:

• Figuring out each other's strengths and using that to set up a great business model.

• How they were involved in horses growing up and how they met.

• Balancing the business’ needs and personal ambitions to compete at a high level.

• Working with young horses and figuring out their personality throughout the training process.

• Marc’s style and approach when designing a cross-country course.

Join Erin, Marc, Tik, and Sinead in the exciting conversation about juggling a business, family, and competitive goals.