Good Horse.
               Good Cattle.
                              Good Horsemanship 

Elise Ulmer is a horse trainer, competitor, clinician, and National Reined Cow Horse Associaction (NRCHA) judge based in De Kalb, Texas. With a career rooted in the performance horse industry and the traditions of the working ranch, Elise has built her program around developing versatile, athletic horses and helping riders reach their goals. 

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Her experience spans multiple Western performance disciplines, including reined cow horse, cutting, reining, and ranch riding. As both a competitor and judge, Elise brings a well-rounded perspective to horsemanship, with an appreciation for correct training, quality movement, cow sense, precision, and partnership between horse and rider. 

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Elise has competed across several major equine organizations, including the Arabian Horse Association (AHA), American Paint Horse Association (APHA), American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA), National Reinied Cow Horse Association (NRCHA), National Reining Horse Association (NRHA), and National Cutting Horse Association (NCHA). She also competes in the prestigious World's Greatest Horsewoman event at the Art of the Cowgirl.  

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Through Rising E Horse & Cattle Co. and Rancho Del Sol, Elise combines her passion for performance horses with a practical understanding of ranch life. Her program encompasses horse training, competition preparation, rider development, and education through clinics and instruction. 

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As an NRCHA judge, trainer, and lifelong horsewoman, Elise is committed to developing capable, confident horses and riders while preserving the versatility and integrity of the Western Performance horse.