Sarah takes a problem-solving approach to her coaching and is happy working with any type of horse, from complicated ex-racehorses to highly strung competition horses and will work closely with you to make sure you fully understand all elements of your horse’s needs and management, from the psychological to turn out and their daily needs.

After an initial ridden assessment, Sarah will agree on development areas and ambitions with you to ensure that you progress towards your goals while learning the structure and confidence needed to achieve them. Using the UK Coaching Certificate (UKCC) framework as a basis, you will be clearer about exactly what you want and need to achieve and be able to measure your improvement as you and your horse develop. At each session you will get Sarah’s full attention while you benefit from the knowledge and experiences of a world class rider and athlete who knows very well the psychological aspects of a rider and how much goes on when riders are out of the saddle.

For those wishing to or who are already successfully competing, Sarah will work to develop competition strategies and can provide coaching at competitions.

Sarah will be able to create a healthy balance between you and your horse and shape you into an ambitious and happy athlete.

Sarah has prepared numerous horses for careers with their owners, and trained many horses to international dressage level, as well as working successfully with problem horses and turning them into happy and willing athletes. Having first learned her trade training horses under the watchful eye of renowned coaches such as Klaus Balkenhol, she continues to add new skills to her repertoire and can quickly assess a horse’s level, ability and needs to produce an effective training plan while working with the owners to ensure all elements of the horse’s management are looked after. Respecting each horse’s individual feeding, turn out and daily needs, she will also give an overview of saddle fit, physiotherapy, dentistry and veterinary work.Working with young horses just starting out to those ready to advance in the competition circuit and everything in between, Sarah can really make a difference to your horse. Sarah is equally happy developing high-level competition horses; setting the foundations with youngsters; working with horses which requires retraining or recovering from injury as well as just keeping a horse happy and fit for its owner.

Working with young horses just starting out to those ready to advance in the competition circuit and everything in between, Sarah can really make a difference to your horse. Sarah is equally happy developing high-level competition horses; setting the foundations with youngsters; working with horses, which requires retraining or recovering from injury; as well as just keeping a horse happy and fit for its owner.

Sarah is able to offer both short and long-term training with very successful results.

The Simulator is not only a fantastic instructional aid allowing beginners to learn in complete safety with Sarah beside them, it also accommodates riders at a more advanced level for the purpose of improving and monitor their performance in real time. It will help develop correct posture and techniques while experiencing the horse’s movement without the worry of falling off or the need to keep the horse going forward.

It is used worldwide by professionals and amateur riders as an essential aid to training, overcome injuries or help those with special physical needs to learn in a safe environment.

Sarah teaches on the Racewood simulator which can be completely tailored to your ambitions, fitness and current abilities in a way that can easily be transfers to the work on their own horse or during their riding lessons.

Sarah hosts Simulator Clinics at Wildwoods Riding Centre
Ebbisham Lane, Walton-on-the-Hill, Tadworth, Surrey, KT20 5BH

Sarah is passionate about getting the best out of the combination placed before her. She is flexible enough to work with riders of all levels and her coaching complements different styles of riding and personal goals.
Through the clinics you will find that Sarah is very adept at quickly understanding where both horse and rider are in their development. This enables clients and their horses to move on to improving their skills and knowledge and really making the most of their time with Sarah.

Sarah is involved in clinics across the UK and further afield, including Germany and Finland.

If you cannot find a clinic in your area, or if you would be interested in organizing a clinic yourself, please contact Sarah for details.

Working directly for you, rather than vendors, Sarah can support you to your preferred level, from assessing your candidate horse through to arranging and accompanying you on a shopping trip.

With a wide variety of contacts in the UK, Germany, Holland and Spain, Sarah can help you source suitable options to try out as you look for the right fit.
Sarah prefers to charge a daily rate rather than take any commission or finder’s fee to ensure the buyer gets an unbiased, unedited and honest review of the horse and its suitability for the person concerned.

From helping you formulate an achievable list of priorities for your search for your perfect horse, to advising you through the purchase, Sarah’s happy to support you to the level you require. Whether you’re based in the UK, Europe, USA or beyond, Sarah will work closely with you throughout the process.

Perhaps you are looking to see your horse reach its full potential under Sarah or maybe you are looking to have your horse prepared for a future career with yourself?
Sarah produces her horses systematically and sympathetically, treating each horse as an individual and looking to capitalize on their unique strengths and riding abilities. Goals and competition plans are well thought out and modified as required, with all changes discussed with you, as an integral part of the team.

Any owner with a promising youngster through to a more seasoned competitor looking to move to the next level should contact Sarah to discuss how she can help your horse meet its full potential.

With a wide variety of contacts in the UK, Germany, Holland and Spain, Sarah can help you source suitable options to try out as you look for the right fit.
Sarah prefers to charge a daily rate rather than take any commission or finder’s fee to ensure the buyer gets an unbiased, unedited and honest review of the horse and its suitability for the person concerned.