Marshall Performance Horses is owned by Seth and Michele Marshall. Married in 2010, they have been training, showing, and teaching together 14 years. Dressage and horsemanship are at the center of the MPH training program. This foundation allows for success in a variety of disciplines, including dressage, eventing, show jumping, and working equitation. Seth and Michele own and operate their equine facility in addition to raising beef and hay crops.

Michele has a diverse background that includes breeding, showing, and training over the last 15 years. Dressage, driving, jumping, and working equitation are her specialties. Though she is no stranger to national competitions, Michele's passion lies in teaching horses and riders to connect and work together to reach their goals. Education and application is the method she has utilized to develop young horses from the ground up, compete in upper-level jumping, show to Fourth level in Dressage, and earn many national titles. Michele is currently pursuing licensure as a USAWE Judge.  
 

Seth Marshall is an international clinician, Masters level trainer, and USAWE Professional Instructor, known for developing confident, capable horses and riders through clear communication and correct fundamentals.

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With a foundation in western riding and colt starting, Seth later specialized in dressage and working equitation, giving him a well-rounded, practical approach to training. His instruction focuses on identifying gaps in the basics, improving rider position and effectiveness, and building confidence through correct mechanics and thoughtful progression. With a highly developed eye, Seth helps riders refine their seat, balance, and use of aids to achieve subtlety, harmony, and improved rideability.

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Seth’s training philosophy is rooted in quality fundamentals and the pyramid of training, allowing both horse and rider to reach their full potential while strengthening the partnership. His direct, detail- oriented teaching style supports measurable progress for riders at every stage.

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Seth has trained with international-level professionals, including International **WAWE Judge José Andrés Benito and two-time WAWE World Champion Gilberto Filipe. He is also the creator and co- host of the Everything Working Equitation Podcast, available on all major podcast platforms.

 

Currently based at Marshall Performance Horses in Northeast Oklahoma, Seth is actively training, competing, and teaching clinics. He is a USAWE High-Performance rider and a hopeful for the 2026 WAWE World Championship Team.

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2025 Accomplishments include:

• USAWE Region 2, 3, & 4 Championships – Open Masters Level Champion

• USAWE Region 3 & 4 Championships – Open Intermediate B (L5) Champion

• USAWE Region 3 & 4 Championships – Open Novice A (L2) Champion

• US Central Zone WAWE Qualifier – Champion with Qualifying Scores

• US Western Zone WAWE Qualifier – 4th Place of 23 with Qualifying Scores

• Ranked 50th on WAWE Leaderboard – Top-Ranked US Rider

• USAWE High Point PRE

• USAWE High Point Half Andalusian/Lusitano

• USAWE Open L5 National Leaderboard Champion

• USAWE Open L2 National Leaderboard Reserve Champion

• USAWE Open L2 Region 3 Leaderboard Champion

• USAWE Open L5 Region 3 Leaderboard Champion

• USAWE Open L2 Region 4 Leaderboard Champion

• USAWE Open L5 Region 4 Leaderboard Champion

• Midwest Horse Fair – Working Equitation Challenge Champion

• WE Kansas – L2 & L5 Open Champion

• WE Texas Hot Shots – L2 & L5 Open Champion

• USAWE Pewter, Silver, and Platinum Medals

• Approved USAWE Professional Instructor

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Whether you’re aiming to strengthen your foundation, refine your skills, or elevate your competitive performance, working with Seth Marshall provides the tools, clarity, and confidence to help you and your horse succeed.