Modern Training Center for Sport & Leisure
Professional Horse Training & Schooling in Schöneck near Frankfurt
Every horse is an individual. At Gestüt St. Georg, a solid, horse-friendly foundation is our top priority. Our goal is a supple, motivated horse and a harmonious partnership between rider and horse.
Whether it is starting a young prospect, working with a correction horse, or competition presentation in dressage and show jumping – we create a customized training plan precisely tailored to your horse’s physical condition and natural talent.
Education & Training
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Starting & Young Horse Training: A gentle introduction to life as a riding horse for both ponies and horses.
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Part-time & Full Schooling: Continuous development in dressage and show jumping up to advanced levels.
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Corrective Training: Targeted problem-solving and restructuring of the training program for difficult cases.
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Competition Service: Professional presentation of your horse at shows and expert competition support.
Marketing & Sales Consulting
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Sales Service: We provide professional support and management for the sale of your horse.
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Purchase Consulting: Expert guidance in the search for your new partner – we find the horse that perfectly matches your needs.
Exclusive
Full-Care Service
- All-Inclusive Care: While in training, your horse enjoys 7-day-a-week mucking service, high-quality feed, and daily turnout or horse walker service.
Interested in Schooling or Training?
Do you have specific questions regarding your horse’s training, professional schooling, or individual riding lessons?
Please contact the SD Horses team directly. Shirley Donat and Nils Niederhöfer will be happy to advise you personally and develop a training concept tailored specifically to you and your horse.

Shirley Donat
At 25, Shirley Donat leads the SD Horses team. She completed her professional training at the renowned Katharinenhof in Rodgau. Shirley brings extensive expertise in the schooling and competition presentation of young horses. As the head of the team, she places great importance on the structured and empathetic development of the horses entrusted to her – from the very first mount to competitive maturity.
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Key Focus Areas: Young horse development, competition presentation, individual dressage and show jumping instruction.

Nils Niederhöfer
28-year-old Nils Niederhöfer complements the team with impressive competitive experience. He completed his professional training earning the prestigious Stensbeck Award – a distinction for outstanding achievement in the professional certification of equine management and riding. Key positions at European Youngsters in Münster and Gestüt Höhenhof in Reckershausen have shaped his equestrian career. Nils is highly experienced in competitive sports, with placements in Show Jumping up to S-Level (Advanced/1.45m) and in Eventing up to A-Level (Novice).
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Key Focus Areas: Competition presentation in Show Jumping (up to S-Level), training of young prospects, eventing instruction.
