Zaneta SKOWRONSKA-KOZUBIK

Zaneta SKOWRONSKA, Polish Dressage athlete.

Sport Specific Information
When and where did you begin this sport?	She began riding as a child in 1988 when her parents took her to an equestrian club in Zbroslawice, Poland.
Why this sport?	"Even as a little girl I jumped out of my pram at the sight of horses. I have always wanted to ride horses. They have always been my passion. They are the most beautiful animals in the world."
Club / Team	LKJ Lewada: Zakrzów, POL
Name of coach	Andrzej Salacki [club], POL

Further Personal Information
Family	Husband Maciej Kozubik
Other names	Zaneta Skowronska
Residence	Zakrzow, POL
Occupation	Athlete, Coach
Languages	English, Polish

General Interest
Most influential person in career	Her parents, and coach Andrzej Salacki. (zainwestujwsiebie.com, 23 Mar 2011)
Hero / Idol	Polish dressage rider Andrzej Salacki. (zainwestujwsiebie.com, 23 Mar 2011)
Sporting philosophy / motto	"Each horse is different and a new challenge. It has its own character and you need to find the key. Simply searching to discover its individuality is fascinating." (zainwestujwsiebie.com, 23 Mar 2011)
Other information	DIFFERENT TRAINERS Her main coach is Andrzej Salacki, but she has also worked with other dressage trainers on a regular basis. "With my coach we are aware that consultations with other specialists can be beneficial, so I have had the pleasure of training with Eric Lette, Jean Bemelmans, Kyra Kyrklund, Jose Juan Verdugo, and Isabell Werth. I think the class of coaches and riders speak for themselves. Their success and wealth of experience inspire me, and keep me motivated to work." (kk24.pl, 15 Jan 2021; equishop.com, 26 May 2016)
General highlights	She was selected to represent Poland at the Paris 2024 Olympics with Love Me. In 2022, she won the Polish Equestrian Championships in dressage.