Advice- Finding a decent trainer..

[HayleyUK]

Hiya

I'm 21 & ride a 14.2, Shes my old pony & we used to compete locally SJ up to 3'6ish (junior opens) and in 15hh & Junior Open WHP classes.

We were told she was happier jumping 2ft6 and below now shes 14, but think this is just the childs lack of confidence.

Shes been back 5 weeks now and whilst she'll happily pop 3ft, I've noticed that there are some lazy habits I've lapsed into and a few creases with her flat work that I'm keen to start to iron out.

I'm not really looking for a 'specialist' trainer in a certain sphere, more of an all rounder type who can get us working together in a nice outline & start correcting some of my position faults I've picked up from god knows where.

Any suggestions as to where to look?
People on the yard tend to use more dressage-y types which isn't really what I'm after.

I'm based in NW Manchester area.
Thanks

xx

 

[kerilli]

Andy Heffernan is in your area i think, and Hannah Bate. i'd contact them. both Event riders, Hannah rides absolutely beautifully, Andy's a v. good trainer. BE will have their contact deets, or Andy's are online on the Somerford Park website.

 

[HayleyUK]

Thanks

I'm going to watch a dressage trainer over the weekend, not really sure she'll be for me but worth a watch.