European Classical Dressage School in the USA, the premier School of Equestrian Arts
Sons of the Wind Farm was established in the fall of 1997 by Portugal's Vitor J. Silva, an internationally known Master. Located in the rolling hills of Merrimac, Massachusetts in scenic New England, the School of Equestrian Arts provides every rider a venue in which to expand their abilities in a progressive manner on equine schoolmasters, many of which perform to the Grand Prix level.
With his passion for classical dressage, Vitor Silva shares his intuitive horsemanship and his finely trained Lusitano schoolmasters with students, from amateur enthusiasts to instructors to competitive riders, who come to the Sons of the Wind Farm from across the United States, and represent a diverse range of interests, and riding disciplines.
Sons of the Wind Farm is a European Classical Dressage School located here in the United States and provides a rider the opportunity to experience and understand the correctness of all the movements of classical dressage. The school offers expert training and schooling to horses and riders of all levels.
Along with individual, personalized instruction provided by Master Vitor Silva, three to five day riding packages are available that include formalized training on classical dressage movements, two rides per day and overnight accommodations in an exquisite, Baroque style guest house privately situated on 28 acres of tranquility. Sons of the Wind also operates a full service breeding facility in Brazil for the talented Lusitano breed as it is very important for the growth of the school to keep training horses that are great mounts and prospects for lessons . For the serious rider who is ready to commit to a Lusitano partner, the farm has horses for sale that have been specially prepared and trained in Brazil under Vitor's guidance and instruction.
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Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Sons of the Wind Farm was established in 1997 in Deerfield, NH and has grown substantially. In 1993 due to growing demand for our services, we are now located in the rolling hills of Merrimac, Massachusetts on 28 acres in scenic New England where we provide every rider a venue in which to expand their abilities in a progressive manner on equine schoolmasters.
What is your primary product or service?
Sons of the Wind Farm is a European Classical Dressage School located here in the United States and is the premier School of Equestrian Arts. We provide riders the opportunity to experience and understand the correctness of all the movements of classical dressage. The school offers expert training and schooling to horses and riders of all levels. Along with individual, personalized instruction provided by Master Vitor Silva, three to five day riding packages are available that include formalized training on classical dressage movements, two rides per day and overnight accommodations in an exquisite, Baroque style guest house privately situated on 28 acres of tranquility.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Vitor Silva, a native of Portugal, began his equestrian education at a very young age. Quickly he realized his passion for Classical Dressage. Intuitively he knew that in order to achieve function with lightness and harmony on the ground or under saddle, there needed to be complete understanding between horse and rider. His studies, combined with his great passion for the horse helped him develop a remarkable ability and finesse in communicating with his equine partners with the aim of becoming living art in motion. Encouraged by his father, family friends, and Master Frank Grelo, and combined with many years of diligently pursuing his passion, Vitor has established himself as an internationally known Master.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Vitor’s training and teaching is grounded in his philosophy that the best teachers are the horses. Whether from in-hand work, under saddle or on long-lines, Vitor teaches his students that while masters or trainers can share their knowledge and explain the technical aspects of riding, each rider must open themselves to feel the horse’s movements, responses and needs. Ultimately, Vitor strives to develop this intuitive feeling in his students so that harmony between horse and rider can be achieved. Vitor personally conducts all individual and group classes.
What type of payments do you accept?
We accept Invoice, Visa, MC and Check. Inquire at sonsofthewindfarm@gmail.com or on (978) 423-3345 for availability of individual or group classes or the availability of our guest suites and horse boarding services for our students.
What are your hours of operation?
We are open for individual instruction and group classes from 8:00am to 5:00pm daily on Monday through Saturday. We occasionally hold special events and demonstrations on both Saturdays and Sundays. Check our website for event schedule.