Harlequin Farm

Work with Paula

Boarding, training, coaching, and clinics — comprehensive, fundamentals-based carriage driving with a national champion who meets every horse and driver where they are.

Paula Bliss training a driving horse
The Program

One Program. Every Level.

Whether you're bringing a horse to Harlequin Farm for boarding and training, looking for expert coaching at home or at a competition, or ready to immerse yourself in a clinic weekend — Paula's program is built on the same foundation: dressage-rooted fundamentals, patient long-term development, and a genuine passion for the partnership between horse and driver.

Sport drivers and pleasure drivers are equally welcome. No experience is too little. No ambition is too big.

Boarding & Training

Harlequin Farm — Where Horses Thrive

Owners who board or send horses for training at Harlequin Farm can expect attentive, professional care and a training philosophy rooted in dressage fundamentals. Paula develops each horse as an individual — building confidence, suppleness, and reliability from the ground up.

Regular updates keep owners connected to their horse's progress. Whether your goal is a quiet pleasure drive or a ribbon at your next CDE, Paula brings the same dedication and eye for detail to every horse in her program.

What Paula Offers

Services at Harlequin Farm & Beyond

Boarding for Driving Horses
Full-care boarding at Harlequin Farm for driving horses — expert daily care in a training-focused environment, with direct access to Paula's program and facilities.
Training of Driving Horses
Horses in for training receive comprehensive, patient, ground-up development — from young horse starts through advanced competition preparation, always with a long-term view.
Training at Farm & Events
Dressage-based lessons and coaching on-site at Harlequin Farm, or at competitions and events — tailored instruction for horse and driver, wherever you need it.
Clinics
Intensive group clinics open to all levels — transformative weekends focused on fundamentals, partnership, and skill building. See upcoming dates below.
Coaching & Clinics

Learn at the Farm or On the Road

At Harlequin Farm

On-site lessons and coaching in a focused training environment. Ideal for drivers who want regular instruction with their own horse or a school horse.

At Events & Competitions

Paula coaches drivers at competitions and events — helping you prepare, warm up, and perform at your best when it matters most. Contact Paula to discuss availability for your schedule.

Clinics

Group clinics bring drivers together for intensive, transformative instruction. Open to all levels — from first-time drivers to seasoned competitors looking to refine their skills.

Upcoming Clinics and Shows

Dates & Locations

Virginia Commonwealth Games

July 23–26, 2026

USEF Combined Driving Emerging Program

August 1–2, 2026 · Harlequin Farm, Hillsboro, VA

The USEF Combined Driving Emerging Program provides guidelines and support for introductory education in the sport. Paula will host introductory training sessions where approved curriculum is used to teach the basics of driving for singles up to multiples.

The clinic will be at Paula's Harlequin Farm in Hillsboro, VA.

Contact Paula More About Program

World Championships Single Horse

September 1–6, 2026 · Munich, Germany

Tryon Fall CDE

September 16–20, 2026 · North Carolina

Garden State CDE

October 1–4, 2026 · New Jersey

StableView CDE

November 5–8, 2026 · Aiken, SC

Host a Clinic

Bring Paula to Your Farm

Interested in hosting? Get in touch to discuss dates and format.

Get in Touch

The Paula Bliss Approach

What You Can Expect from Every Service

Comprehensive, whole-horse philosophy
Fundamentals-based from day one
Dressage-rooted across all disciplines
Sport and pleasure drivers welcome
Patient, long-term development
17+ years of competitive experience

Ready to Get Started?

Whether you're interested in boarding, training, coaching, or an upcoming clinic — Paula would love to hear from you.

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