The Equestrian Experience

Overcoming Challenges with FEI Dressage Rider and Paralympian Amelia Antje White

Amanda Ross and Bex Mason Season 1 Episode 25

This episode’s guest Amelia Antje White takes us through her equestrian journey and how she has learnt to make the most out of every situation! 

FEI dressage rider, Paralympian and corporate lawyer, Amelia is the epitome of a high achiever and is an inspiration to many. Her mindset and ability to overcome challenges is incredible and her success in and out of the saddle is proof of her perseverance, determination, and grit. 

IN THIS EPISODE:

  • Amelia takes us through her humble beginnings and how she has been a horse lover from a young age, despite having non-horsey parents.
  • Are you dreaming of moving to Europe to pursue your riding dreams? Having made the move and currently living, training, and working in Germany, Amelia shares her wisdom on the realities of Germany and how to know if it’s right for you.
  • People often think you can either have a riding or corporate career. As a full-time corporate lawyer Amelia is living proof that with hard work, dedication and some very early mornings it is possible to do both.
  • Mindset is extremely important for any athlete, Amelia talks about how even the best laid plans go astray and how you have to be ready to look at different paths to achieve your goals.
  • Amelia explains the process of qualifying for Tokyo 2020 including the effect of COVID-19 on her preparations and her plans for Paris 2024!

All this and so much more in this episode of THE EQUESTRIAN EXPERIENCE.

Stay up to date with Amelia’s equestrian journey @amelia.a.white