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My training approach: Applying equitation science and learning theory in practice
I am an Equine Scientist (Master of Science [distinction], University of Edinburgh), licensed equestrian coach (Germany, International Trainer Passport), and independent equine science consultant and researcher. During the past 25 years, I have trained and competed in dressage, jumping, and eventing, earning one national dressage championships title on my young mare. My experience ranges from starting youngsters, fixing “problem” horses, retraining OTTBs, competing show horses in dressage, jumpers and eventing, working with stallions, trick training, groundwork and work in hand, to teaching riders with special needs. I enjoy working with any horse breed and discipline as well as experience levels, and practise evidence-based ‘horsemanship’. Being an academic member of the International Society for Equitation Science, I practically apply their scientific training principles. Improving horse welfare is very important to me and, therefore, I enjoy conducting primary research in the field of equitation science, equine behaviour and learning (equine stress, training, learning theory, human-horse relationship and perceptions, etc.).
There is only one correct horse training method: One, that progressively prepares our horses to mentally and physically perform on the highest levels in our chosen equestrian discipline without compromising their health and welfare.
How can we achieve this? By respecting and understanding horses' natural behaviours, needs, and capabilities, as well as physical and biomechanical limits. Training and learning means behaviour modification. How can we influence horse behaviour? By applying the principals of learning theory in horse training.
'Horse whispering' was yesterday, today's scientific advances allow equestrians to practise evidence-based equitation, creating happy, motivated, and healthy athletes. We offer a variety of services and can help you achieve this goal - one step at a time.
