Who Am I?...

After growing up in rural central Scotland I attended Oatridge Agricultural College where I obtained an HNC in Equestrian Management. This gave a great grounding in the Equestrian world;  competing and showing my own horses as well as competing my trainers' horses.

​My professional career began when working for a renowned trainer in Renfrewshire Scotland, where I progressed my skills as a rider, trainer and yard manager. This put me in good stead for my move down south to Surrey, England where I continued my career as yard manager for two large livery and training yards. Throughout this time I continued training with three British Dressage trainers. Following these very influential years, I had the pleasure of working for a British Eventing Olympian in the Scottish Borders. This also gave me invaluable experience and enhanced my skills, which I now use in my own training and teaching.

Following my passion for the equine world, I then went to University of Middlesex to train and specialise in Equine & Canine Physiotherapy. This was key in strengthening my capabilities in dealing with the health and well being of animals. Included in this course were a lot of opportunities for case studies, two years of placements and meetings with influential figures in the equestrian industry.

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As an experienced rider and trainer who has competed in dressage and showing for many years, I use these additional skills to tailor exercise prescriptions to help correct, improve and increase the potential of the ridden horse. These skills allow me to ride and train with a physio's mind (I can't switch it off!). This adds to the quality and accuracy of my assessments, giving me a more holistic approach and perspective.