Natalie Pape

TRAINER

Natalie Pape was born in Austin and has been riding for 25 plus years. She started her riding career with Rio Vista Farm and won many yearend Centex Champions while competing as a junior rider.

Upon completing high school at Austin High she attended the University of Findlay in Ohio. Natalie graduated with a degree in equine studies and participated on their Varsity IHSA team. After moving back to Austin she finished her bachelors degree in Psychology at St Edwards University.

Natalie has spent the last 5 years in Houston where she was able to train, compete and teach students of all levels at Fort Bend Equestrian Center. Natalie loves to share her passion for horses with all of her students but especially those new to the sport. Natalie focuses on building strong basics in equitation and horsemanship while maintaining a positive learning environment.