Freelance Accredited Professional Coach covering North London and Hertfordshire
BSc (Hons) PG Dip Equine Science, BHS Stage 4 Coach in Complete Horsemanship, Qualified Teacher, Registered, Insured & First Aid Trained. I am a BHS Intermediate Instructor and hold a degree and postgraduate diploma in Equine Science from Hartpury College, having taken great interest in subjects such as equine biomecha
nics, rider performance, anatomy and physiology, sports medicine and equine nutrition. Whilst studying at Hartpury I was selected as a member of the Academy of Sport Development Squad, recieving weekly training from renowned trainers such as Nick Burton and Carl Hester. During my Postgraduate Diploma I recieved a scholarship which included a job in the Equine Veterinary and Therapy Centre, where I was involved in the veterinary rehabilitation of a wide range of horses using high-speed and underwater treadmills, groundschooling and manipulative therapies. I have worked for international event riders including Jeanette Brakewell, Ann and Nigel Taylor (based at Aston le Walls, the UKs premier eventing venue) and as a rider for William Fox Pitt. Alongside teaching riding freelance for the past 14 years, I have produced horses from backing to competition and sale on behalf of owners, and also offer help dealing with all varieties of problematic behaviour. I combine this with working as a lecturer in Equine and Animal Management at Oaklands College, St Albans. I am able to combine the insight I gained from watching and training with inspirational riders on a daily basis and my knowledge of the dynamic structure and psychology of horse and rider to provide a unique eye for a correct and harmonious way of going for horse and rider. My approach is through empathy, understanding and fun with a no-nonsense approach in order to achieve the best results. Services offered include dressage, showjumping and cross-country tuition, childrens lessons, preparation for BHS exams up to BHS Stage 4 and IT, assistance with problematic behaviour and tuition for students studying equine college or degree courses. Coming soon: weekend clinics, competitions and training days in North London/South Herts border.
