28/04/2026
🐴 Trainer Tuesday – Meet the Coach!
This week we introduce you to Christy Shuall!
Christy is a BD UKCC Level 2 Coach, BD List 5 Judge, BHS Stage 3 Coach, and a regular BD competitor. Her journey started as a pony-mad six-year-old, progressing through Pony Club and eventing before switching to dressage at 15—when her horse showed a clear talent for it. She hasn’t looked back since!
💬 Christy says:
“I think being involved in the sport from all perspectives (judge, coach, rider) helps me give my clients a fully rounded approach to their training. Being a judge helps me understand what’s seen from ‘C’, while competing myself means I truly empathise with riders—because we all have good days and bad! What matters is how we learn from them and come back stronger.”
“For me, it’s all about getting the basics right. Even as you move up the levels, the Scales of Training are always key.”
With a keen eye for detail, Christy focuses on correct training, rider balance, and straightness—bringing out the very best in every partnership. Her sessions are fun, supportive, and tailored to help riders achieve their goals, big or small.
Christy is also a qualified BD Youth Coach and Skills Assessor. Sessions are available at her base in Bishopston, Swansea, or she can travel to you.
📍 Get in touch to book your session! Remember, you can record sessions through BD Wales Flexi Training: https://horsemonkey.com/uk/equestrian_event/86709/FLEXI+TRAINING+Wales+Region+-++All+Coaches
