Riding Program

The School of Horsemanship dovetails in many ways with the Equine Therapy available to all students, but its concentration is more on the development of the rider’s skills. The limited number of spots in the School of Horsemanship are filled with girls who wish to learn equine arts, increase their skill level at dressage and jumping, and compete in equine events. Students have the opportunity to work with world renowned dressage expert, George Zitek. Students are able to spend several hours each week one-on-one or in small group lessons. At various times throughout the year, the students attend and participate in local and regional equine events and shows. Because the school is in close proximity to Lexington, VA, the girls are also able to attend exhibitions and professional competitions at the Virginia Horse Center. 


Meet the Equestrian Director/Instructor
George Zitek
Equestrian Director/Instructor
A nationally recognized horsemaster, George Zitek is from the Czech Republic where he was involved with their national team.  He has most recently been coach for the Puerto Rican Dressage Team in international competitions.

George is a world class FEI level licensed instructor, trained in dressage and show jumping through the Czech Equestrian Federation.  He has facilitated numerous clinics with Franz Rochovansky, Willie Schultheis, Nuno Olivera, Mel VonBrugen, Kay Meredith, Alex Chterba, Linda Zang,Dennis Murphy, Pavel Blaho, Tom Valter, Don Sachey and various other international competitors. 

With George's prolific background in dressage, show jumping, eventing, and endurance training, he is a great asset to our riding program and brings a wealth of knowledge to the girls desiring a more well rounded equine experience. He is known for his mastery of fundamentals and his skill in working with riders ranging from beginners to experts, so all of our Greenbrier girls can benefit from his training.