April Maybee Dellas, founder and owner of CTC, began her career in equitation at the age of ten (10). Trained early in her career in upstate New York by well-known instructor/trainer Roger Young, April successfully competed as a Hunter/Jumper. She has won numerous awards and ribbons in competition and showed horses for over twenty-seven (27) years.

Tremendously versatile and talented, April showed and competed in three other disciplines: Saddle Seat, Western and Driving. During this period she was sponsored to show five (5) and three (3) gaited Saddlebreds, Morgans and Arabians owned by Colonel and Mrs. John Morrison of Palm Beach.

April's interest in Dressage began in 1974 when she first rode for and became the student of the famous Hungarian born equestrian, Charles de Kunffy. Under his instruction, she gained insight and understanding of the theory that is the foundation of horsemanship. She effectively applied the theory to competition where she successfully competed up to Intermediare II. She continues her long association with Mr. de Kunffy and closely follows the principles and philosophies of dressage as taught by him. Known for her excellent communication skills, she is able to convey the subtleties of this very special form of equitation to students at all levels.

Although competition had its own rewards in April's long career, today April's "Blue Ribbon" and greatest joy is seeing and championing the advancement and success of her students.