Although reining is my true passion, I have a strong background in both English and Western styles of Horsemanship starting my riding career at a very young age. In 2001 I discovered the challenging and exciting discipline of reining and have taken instruction from reining trainers Shawna Sapergia, Clay Webster, Jeff Beckley, Locke Duce, Jim Anderson and Greg Lauder. I have successfully competed in the sport of reining and freestyle reining throughout BC and Alberta. I began coaching in January 2008 and am currently working on becoming an Equine Canada Certified Level 1 Western Coach.

Style of Coaching

I approach my work with horses as a true partnership. I acknowledge and take responsibility for my role in that partnership. I strive to be acutely aware of the way that we bring all of ourselves, especially the emotional part of our being; to each ride or to any brief contact we have with horses. What we bring can have a profound effect on the direction of each and every interaction. I bring this awareness to my coaching sessions and support you in discovering your own dynamic connection with your horse.

As I continue to advance my relationships with horses I have developed a greater understanding of just how important effective communication is. Being clear and concise in our message and consistent in the way it is delivered is of ultimate importance. I believe that it is important for me as a coach to be a good communicator and I also bring awareness and focus to the communication between you and your horse.

My Promise:

My promise is to offer a non aggressive and positive approach with both horses and people. I promote soft strength and a non-confrontational leadership style as a way of being with our horses.

What do you bring?

  • Commitment to the learning process
  • Openness to new ideas
  • Patience with yourself and your horse.
  • The courage to go where you need to in order
     to be your best!

“In riding a horse we borrow freedom” Helen Thomson