About Rachel

Get in touch on 07966 248916
I’m a BHS qualified freelance riding instructor based near Royston in Hertfordshire, covering Cambs, Herts, Beds and Essex.
I coach private clients and for riding schools, riding clubs and pony clubs in the area. I also offer schooling and dressage judging services.
Using a professional and fun approach to coaching and schooling, I believe in consistent, long-term development of both horses and riders.
Dressage

I use the Scales of Training as the basis for all my flatwork coaching and horse training. This allows me to follow a logical progression when teaching and riding.
As an experienced dressage competitor and judge, I can also advise on ring craft, and how to show off yourself and your horse to best effect for the judges.
Jumping

When coaching jumping, I focus on developing a highly secure and balanced position in the rider in the first instance.
From that point, the rider is able to begin positively influencing the horse where necessary. I encourage riders to develop a feel for a good rhythm and the appropriate quality in the canter, whether tackling show jumps or a cross country round.
Jumping is inherently riskier than riding on the flat, but I am committed to providing as safe an environment as possible.
Qualifications
BHS Intermediate Teaching Certificate/Stage 4 Senior Coaching Eventing
BHS Intermediate Stable Manager/Stage 4 Senior Care, Management and Lunge
BHS Assistant Instructor/Stage 3 Coach in Complete Horsemanship
PGCE (PCE) specialising in the Equine Sector
BSc (Hons) Microbiology from The University of Manchester


