Coates Equestrian

01/06/2026

🏇🏼 my fav girl at work, Princess Saffie 👑 what a horse

28/05/2026

28/05/2026

Love it

28/05/2026

Princess 👑

Yesterday I had the pleasure of fitting a lovely little pony, and I have the owner’s permission to share my findings.
Incorrectly fitted bits are far more common than many people realise, and this is a perfect example of how small adjustments can make a significant difference to a horse’s comfort and way of going.

Princess had been presenting with head shaking, reduced braking response, and general signs of discomfort. On assessment of her tack, I immediately noticed that her full cheek snaffle had been fitted back to front. As a result, the shaped cannons — designed to contour away from the bars of the mouth — were instead applying unnecessary and continuous pressure directly onto them.
In addition, the bit had been fitted approximately four holes too low. This meant Princess was having to constantly support and stabilise the bit herself, creating excessive movement within the mouth and contributing to tension and stress.

Following a full assessment and conversation, I refitted Princess with a lightweight hanging cheek featuring a low port. This design offered improved stability while reducing both tongue and poll pressure.

The improvement in her comfort and acceptance was immediate, resulting in a much happier and more settled pony.

22/05/2026

Makeover day for Latch today 😊 and build up work is underway

21/05/2026

The gorgeous Saffie modelling one of my new Equipe bridles in stock ❤️ beautifully soft and anatomically fitting.

The handsome Latch modeling my favorite Amerigo bridle today, beautiful soft and anatomically fitting just like the Equipe. ( Note that Latch needs a size up, currently modelling the cob but needs the full)

These bridles are absolutely exquisite and very good value.

20/05/2026

Day one of restarting Latch 😊 lots of gentle build up work in the next few days then we'll have a good makeover session.

14/05/2026

Arthur horse is progressing beautifully
Now walking with the saddle and bridle nicely 😊

12/05/2026

Please share.

A space will shortly become available for a backing/ Working/Schooling Livery placement, once it is safe to transport again and the current equine flu situation has settled.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a schooling livery at a private, sole-use yard in Carmarthen with myself

The facilities include full use of both indoor and outdoor schooling areas, alongside quiet hacking routes and access to busier roads, ideal for the gradual introduction of traffic and farm vehicles where required.

Each package is tailored to suit the individual needs of both horse and owner. I can provide a wide range of recommendations and reviews, and pride myself on being a lightweight, sympathetic rider with extensive knowledge and professionalism within my areas of expertise.

Let my reviews speak for themselves

The yard offers a calm, quiet, and private environment, allowing horses to settle and progress comfortably.

I can also offer first outings to the beach/shows and other venues at no extra cost (only entries)

To discuss further please Whatsapp me or message me at any time.

11/05/2026

I am back to work this week gently back on the racers, but I won't be back to schooling anyone's horses till next week. (A very different kind of riding that requires more jolting movement through the lower back)

Although it sounds mad, exercise riding creates less movement and strain on your back than sitting upright and schooling.
Another week and I'll be gently back to schooling though.

I am still 100% available for bit fits, coaching and lessons though so please get In touch to re book ☺️