VDRC approved instructors are a vital part of the club. They provide instruction in various disciplines, at many levels of experience, with many breeds of horses. All VDRC instructors are insured, hold current 1st aid certificates and complete annual ongoing education requirements. Feel free to contact one of our instructors for more information and availability.
Instructors – please use the online app Time Tree to book your lesson times. Check the Time Tree app for availability. Time Tree link is available to you via email once you are approved.
2026 Applications being accepted now!
Coach Application
Approved Instructors will be emailed the Time Tree arena booking link
Approved 2026 Instructors
Allison Covert
250-319-4997 | email | website
EC Certified Instructor – Allison comes from a Hunter/Jumper background and is a young horse specialist. Allison is accepting new clients.
Erica Moser
250-549-6075 | email
EC Certified Instructor – Erica resides in Lumby and is a Western Competition Coach and Ranch Riding Coach. Erica currently has a wait-list for new clients.
Vanessa Kopp
250-864-3003 | email
EC and NCCP Certified Instructor – Vanessa offers Hunter/Jumper instruction and also offers EC examination options for EC students and coaches. Vanessa is currently accepting new clients.
Keelly Gordon
250-307-7288 | email | website
EC Certified Instructor – Keelly resides in Armstrong and focuses on Hunter/Jumper for both youth and Adults and also works with the western discipline for all ages. Keelly also offers seasonal horse camp options for youth. Keelly is currently accepting new clients.
Nell Elders
250-540-6883 | email | website
EC Certified Instructor – Nell resides in Coldstream and focuses on Hunter/Jumper lessons for all ages. Nell is currently accepting new clients.
Claudia Zurmuhle
778-834-1834 | email | website
EC Certified Instructor – Claudia teaches Dressage, Jumping, Ground Work, Drill Team and Vaulting. Claudia is currently accepting new clients.
Sara Jackson
250-307-7655 | email | website
EC Certified Instructor – Sara specializes in Dressage. Sara is currently accepting new clients.
Emma Bosma
778-214-5695 | email | Instagram
EC Certified Instructor – Emma is a Hunter/Jumper instructor. Emma is currently accepting new clients.
Amanda Brook
604-619-2283 | email
EC Certified Instructor – Amanda focusses on Hunter/Jumper Instruction. Amanda is currently accepting new clients.
Jan Jollymour
250-838-7710 | email
EC and NCCP Certified Instructor – Jan resides in Enderby and is a competition coach specializing in Dressage, Eventing and Jumping. Jan is currently accepting new clients.
Lisa Bukowski
651-491-4734 | email
EC Certified Instructor – Lisa is located in Kelowna and specializes in Dressage Instruction. Lisa is currently accepting new clients.
Marilee Moss
250-938-7278 | email | website
EC Certified Instructor – Marilee is located in Vernon and specializes in Dressage Instruction. Marilee is currently accepting new clients.
Kimberly Zibrowski
250-938-3036 | email | facebook
EC Certified Instructor – Kim is located in Armstrong and specializes in Dressage Instruction. Kim is currently accepting new clients.