Horse Chats

Interviews with Equine Industry Experts

0325 – Christine Thompson 2

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“Ten Tips To Improve Your Horses Musculoskeletal Health”   About Christine –  If you would like to know more about Christine then have a look at her first interview (272)  Christine Thompson   About This Episode “Ten Tips To Improve Your Horses Musculoskeletal Health”   To Listen to Christine Thompson 2 on iTunes – Click Here Or Listen […]

0324 – Alison Jenkyn (Listeners’ Choice)

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Horses Don’t Choose Us, We Choose Them So It Is Our Responsibility To Build The Partnership (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Alison Jenkyn) (064)   […]

0323 – Steph Bender (Listeners’ Choice)

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Riding Four Star Eventing by Working Hard, Training Hard and Never Giving Up (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Steph Bender) (061)   About Steph – […]

0322 – Robyn Allday

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Don’t Follow Your Dreams, Chase Them   About Robyn – Robyn is currently a full time coach, she started riding late and has done eventing up to advanced level.  Robyn coaching style is to focus on having fun while learning to ride.   To Listen to Robyn Allday on iTunes – Click Here Or Listen […]

0321 – Anthony Lucia

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Hard Work Always Works   About Anthony – Anthony grew up around rodeos with his father and went onto trick roping and competing at western events with his dad and his passion is announcing at western events.   To Listen to Anthony Lucia on iTunes – Click Here Or Listen below   Anthony’s Favourite Inspirational […]

0320 – Carol Hobson

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The Horse Will Tell You When They Are Ready for the Next Step   About Carol – Carol is a thinker and has seen a lot of changes within the equestrian industry.  She has a background in dressage eventing and showjumping.  Carol have ridden at the Masters Games in showjumping. Carol as a thinker she […]

0319 – Claire Wickins 2

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“Ten Strategies To Prepare For Dressage Competition”   About Claire –  If you would like to know more about Claire then have a look at her First Chat (293) Claire Wickins   About This Episode “Ten Strategies To Prepare For Dressage Competition”   To Listen to Claire Wickins 2 on iTunes – Click Here Or Listen below   […]

0318 – Jonna McLean 5

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“Ten Training Tips From Weaning to Yearling”   About Jonna –  If you would like to know more about Jonna then listen to his previous chats First Chat – 042 –  Jonathan McLean Second Chat – 144 –  Jonathan McLean 2 – “Ten Tips for Initial Foal Handling” Third Chat – 172 – Jonathan McLean 3 – “Ten Steps for Further […]

0317 – Rebel Morrow (Listeners’ Choice)

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Riding at the Olympics on a $300 Ex-Racehorse (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Rebel Morrow) (058)   About Rebel – Rebel is a Eventing Specialist, […]

0316 – Belinda Bailey (Listeners’ Choice)

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Managing Risk to keep Eventing Safe (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Belinda Bailey) (048)   About Belinda – Belinda rides and competes in dressage, show […]

0315 – Anna O’Keppel 3

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“Ten Points for the More Experienced/Advanced Rider to Make the Most of Their Riding Lesson”     About Anna –  If you would like to know more about Anna then have a look at the following interviews First Interview  (167) Anna O’Keppel Second Interview (221) Anna O’Keppel 2 – “Ten Tips To Make The Most of Your Riding […]

0314 – Enya Crockford

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The Horses’ Welfare Should Be Your Main Concern If You Are Working With Horses     About Enya – Enya is a coach, competitor and trainer, she started coaching at 16 years of age. Enya loves developing horses and riders and creating happy and successful partnerships. As an Event Competitor she is currently campaigning a couple of […]

0313 – Lisa El-Ramey

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Equestrian Tour Vacations, A Unique Niche Within The Horse Industry   About Lisa – Lisa El-Ramey (formerly Hyslop) is a long time equestrian and USEF Senior “S’ judge and owner of Wellington Insider Tours. Lisa was born in Florida and raised on her family farm, which focused on breeding Arabians.  Lisa began riding at the […]

0312 – Joanne Verikios 3

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“Ten Questions To Ask When Selecting A Child’s Pony”     About Joanne – If you would like to know more about Joanne then have a look at her 202 – Joanne’s first interview 278 – Joanne’s Second Interview – “Ten Judge’s Secrets To Improve Your Competition Results” 340 – Joanne’s Fourth Interview – “Ten Tips […]

0311 – Andrea Riedel-Carrison 2

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“Ten Tips To Prepare For A Vet Visit”   About Andrea –  If you would like to know more about Andrea then have a look at her first interview (250) http://horsechats.com/Andrea Riedel-Carrison.   About This Epsiode ” Ten Tips: Preparing for a Vet Visit ”   To Listen to Andrea Riedel-Carrison 2 on iTunes – […]

0310 – Brook Dobbin (Listeners’ Choice)

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20 Years of World Cup Showjumping and Looking Forward to the Next Competition (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Brook Dobbin) (057)   About Brook – […]

0309 – Anne Smith (Listeners’ Choice)

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Dressage Freestyle Tips and Tricks (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Anne Smith) (045)   About Anne – Anne is a Dressage rider and coach, who […]

0308 – Neil Pye 2

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“Ten Horse Training Tips To Maximise Time With Horses”   About Neil –  If you would like to know more about Neil Pye then have a look at his first interview (151) http://horsechats.com/NeilPye.   About This Episode Ten Horse Training Tips To Maximise Time With Horses   To Listen to Neil Pye 2 on iTunes – […]

0307 – Lisa Podosin

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To Become a Better Horse Person, Question Traditional Methods and Find a New Way to Help Horses Live Happier, Healthier Lives.     About Lisa – Lisa has a traditional background in dressage and eventing; but realised along the way that some traditions need to change.  She is an accredited coach who has decided to stop […]

0306 – Sophie Barrington 4

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“Ten Ways to Increase Profits Using Horse Shows”   About Sophie – If you would like to know more about Sophie then have a look at the following interviews First Interview (214)  Sophie Barrington Second Interview (245) Sophie Barrington 2 – “Ten Tips to Improve Your Website” Third Interview (276) Sophie Barrington 3 – “Ten Lessons for Social Marketing” Fifth Interview […]

0305 – Anita Machesani 2

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Ten Ways to Fill Your Equine Business With Purpose Profits and Joy, Using The Four Legged Business Principles     About Anita –  If you would like to know more about Anita then have a look at her first interview (118) http://horsechats.com/Anita Machesani.   About This Episode “Ten Ways to Fill Your Equine Business With Purpose Profits […]

0304 – Meredith Chapman 2

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“Ten Important Safety Considerations When Working With Horses”   About Meredith –  If you would like to know more about Meredith then have a look at her first interview (131) http://horsechats.com/meredithchapman.   About This Episode Ten Important Safety Considerations When Working With Horses   Survey link to Webpage   Human Risk Perception & Horse Safety Survey Link […]

0303 – Tarsha Hammond (Listeners’ Choice)

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It is All About Timing and It Is All About Repetition. Horses Don’t Have to always Jump Big, They Just have to Jump Well Repetitively (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview […]

0301 – Antoinette Foster 2

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“Ten Things Most People Don’t Know About Pain and Inflammation in Horses”   About Antoinette –  If you would like to know more about Antoinette then have a look at her interview (180) http://horsechats.com/antoinettefoster   About This Episode “Ten Things Most People Don’t Know About Pain and Inflammation in Horses”   To Listen to Antoinette Foster […]

0300 – Dr Jane Williams

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Evaluating Demands on Competition Horses to Ensure Equine Health, Welfare, Performance and Career Longevity     About Dr Jane – Jane is an experienced researcher and Principle Lecturer in equine research, with a passion for enhancing equine performance and welfare through teaching and industry informed real-world research, which generates change. Jane is a qualified veterinary nurse […]

0299 – Di Schaeffer

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Riding, Training, Coaching and Breeding Horses for World Championships and Olympics   About Di – Di’s own claim to fame was simply to complete at the Sixth World Eventing Championships held at Gawler, May 1986, riding her own Sunhill Cloud, she is also the mother of Wendy Schaeffer who is the youngest female Olympic Gold Medalist […]

0297 – Michelle O’Neill 2

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“Ten Tips to Find The Ideal Horse”   About Michelle –  If you would like to know more about Michelle then listen to her previous chat First Chat – 217 – Michelle O’Neill Third Chat 426 – Michelle O’Neill 3 – “Ten Tips to Prepare For The Trail”   About This Episode “Ten Tips to Find The […]

0296 – Polly-Ann Huntington (Listeners’ Choice)

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Riders Are In Too Much of a Hurry, It Takes Time to Establish Basic Training (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Polly-ann Huntington) (092)   About […]

0295 – Peter Shaw (Listeners’ Choice)

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Happy Horses Going Forward, Dressage Is An Art (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Peter Shaw) (086)   About Peter – Peter is a Dressage Specialist […]

0294 – Amanda Hocking 2

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“Ten Tips To A Happier Horse” About Amanda –  If you would like to know more about Amanda then have a look at her First interview (041) http://horsechats.com/amandahocking Listeners’ Choice Interview (212) http://horsechats.com/amandahockinglc   About This Epsiode “Ten Tips to a Happier Horse” I have rehabilitated many horses in my career, racehorses and performance horses, whilst each horse […]

0293 – Claire Wickins (Seidl)

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Through Patience and Understanding with Horses, a Powerful Partnership Can Be Formed   About Claire – Claire is a Grand Prix competitor, trainer and coach, she also has a successful show career.  Claire breeds warmbloods and uses cross training to keep dressage horses effortlessly beautiful.   To Listen to Claire Wickins on iTunes – Click […]

0292 – Jonathan (Jonna) McLean 4

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“Ten Tips on The Weaning Transition Safe, Horse Friendly Ways to Interact with Young Horses”   About Jonna –  If you would like to know more about Jonna then listen to his previous chats First Chat – 042 –  Jonathan McLean Second Chat – 144 –  Jonathan McLean 2 – “Ten Tips for Initial Foal Handling” Third Chat – […]

0291 – Diana Waters 3

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“Ten Tips for Teaching a Group Lesson”   About Diana –  If you would like to know more about Diana then have a look at her First interview (016)      Diana Waters Second interview (153)      Diana Waters 2 – “Ten Ways to Improve Your Riding: A Bio-mechanical Approach”   About This Episode “Ten Tips […]

0290 – Carole Herder 2

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“Ten Most Essential Horse Matters”   About Carole –  If you would like to know more about Carole then have a look at her First Chat (258) Carol Herder   About This Episode “Ten Most Essential Horse Matters”   To Listen to Carole Herder 2 on iTunes – Click Here Or Listen below   “Ten Most Essential […]

0289 – Kirsten Beard-Adams (Listeners’ Choice)

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Using Saddle Fitting and Acupuncture for a Holistic Approach (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Kirsten Beard-Adams) (084)   About Kirsten – Kirsten is a FEI […]

0288 – Chris Chugg (Listeners’ Choice)

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If You Make It Easy For Your Horse to Learn, You Make The Job Easier For You (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Chris Chugg) (089) […]

0287 – Charlotte Pederson

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Always Train Your Horse To The Best Of Their Ability   About Charlotte – Charlotte was born in Denmark and became a Riding Master.  She is also a dressage rider, trainer, coach.   To Listen to Charlotte Pederson on iTunes – Click Here Or Listen below   Charlotte’s Favourite Inspirational Quote – Just Do it, […]

0286 – Andrew Bowe

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Using Barefoot Rehabilitation as an Alternative to Corrective Shoeing   About Andrew – Andrew began his working life as a traditional farrier in 1990 after completing an applied science degree and shod horses full time for quite some years. He is a trade accredited and race track licensed farrier. The Barefoot Blacksmith ® is quite […]

0285 – Anne Loosveld

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Look For Your Niche Within the Horse Industry, Be Creative and Be The Best You Can Be   About Anne – Anne is the co-founder of Equine Support International. With this company we transfer the equestrian knowledge to countries where the equestrian sport is growing rapidly. Anne is one of  the team of riders, trainers, […]

0284 – Darani Cumming

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Vaulting with Firmness, Kindness and Confidence, Combining Natural Horsemanship and Classical Dressage   About Darani – Darani is a vaulting coach who started her journey in classical dressage, eventing and showjumping, before going on to vaulting and natural horsemanship. Darani works with Trish Braithwaite (Interview on Horse Chats 266) to provide Improve Your Seat Clinics […]

0283 – Nicole Magoffin

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Creating Harmony, Fluency and Elegance in Dressage from a Background in Classical Ballet   About Nicole – Nicole is a Grand Prix competitor, trainer and coach.  She also brings something a little bit different, as she has a background in Classical Ballet.  Classical ballet can bring harmony, fluency and elegance to dressage training.   To […]

0281 – Nicole Tough (Listeners’ Choice)

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There Are No Shortcuts in Training, There is No Elevator to Expertise (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Nicole Tough) (079)   About Nicole – Nicole […]

0280 – Janice Usherwood

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Contact Is What The Horse Takes When The Rider Drives It Forward From The Hand – FEI Rule Book   About Janice – Janice is a dressage specialist coach, trainer and competitor, she has trained seven horses to Grand Prix level and has students training to Grand Prix.   To Listen to Janice Usherwood on […]

0279 – Maxwell Pearce 2

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“Ten Things Most People Don’t Know About Authentic & Modern Horse Drawn Carriages”   About Maxwell –  If you would like to know more about Maxwell then have a look at her/his first interview (044) http://horsechats.com/maxwellpearce.   About This Episode “Ten Things Most People Don’t Know About Authentic & Modern Horse Drawn Carriages”   To Listen […]

0278 – Joanne Verikios 2

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“Ten Judge’s Secrets To Improve Your Competition Results” (Enter Competition Below)   About Joanne –  If you would like to know more about Joanne then have a look at her First interview (202) http://horsechats.com/joanneverikios 312 – Joanne’s Third Interview – “Ten Questions To Ask When Selecting A Child’s Pony” 340 – Joanne’s Fourth Interview – “Ten Tips […]

0277 – Jenny Bray

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Have a Sense of Humour and Be Honest to Yourself and Honest to Your Horses   About Jenny – Jenny is a dressage specialist rider, trainer, competitor and coach.  She has trained and competed horses from start to Grand Prix level.   To Listen to Jenny Bray on iTunes – Click Here Or Listen below […]

0276 – Sophie Barrington 3

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“Ten Lessons for Social Marketing”   About Sophie –  If you would like to know more about Sophie then have a look at the following interviews First Interview (214)  Sophie Barrington Second Interview (245) Sophie Barrington 2 – “Ten Tips to Improve Your Website” Fourth Interview (306) Sophie Barrington 4 – “Ten Ways to Increase Profits Using Horse […]

0275 – Craig Barrett (Listeners’ Choice)

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Younger Generations Should Always Aim to Get Better than the Previous Generations (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 Craig Barrett (071)   About Craig – Craig […]

0274 – Anne Battley (Listeners’ Choice)

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Teach Your Horse To Go Forwards, Backwards and Sideways. These are the Basics For Any Discipline (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Anne Battley) (090)   […]

0273 – Sylvia Gordon

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I Really Like Helping People and Seeing Them Achieve Their Goals   About Sylvia – Sylvia took up the sport late in life and is a eventing rider, trainer and competitor.  Coaching is passion, teaching nervous riders and returning riders to gain confidence, developing many strategies for helping riders to find ways to overcome fear […]

0272 – Christine Thompson

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Using Equine Massage To Keep Horses In Peak Physical and Mental Condition   About Christine – Christine Thompson (owner of Equine Muscle Matters) has extensive experience working with horses, including roles in Australia and the UK as a sport development officer for an equestrian organisation, riding coach, equine instructor/assessor at an agricultural college, equine course […]

0271 – Caroline Coleby 2

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“Ten Questions to Ask Before You Purchase a Horse”   About Caroline –  If you would like to know more about Caroline Coleby then have a look at her First Interview (056) http://horsechats.com/carolinecoleby Listeners’s Choice (239) http://horsechats.com/carolinecolebylc   About This Epsiode “Ten Questions to Ask Before You Purchase a Horse”   To Listen to Caroline Coleby 2 on […]

0270 – Linda Treur

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A Good Mare Works With You, They Don’t Work Under You of For You   About Linda – Linda is a competitor, trainer, coach in 12 countries and has bred horses from a young age.   To Listen to Linda Treur on iTunes – Click Here Or Listen below   Linda’s Favourite Inspirational Quote – […]

0268 – Sue Cunningham (Listeners’ Choice)

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Take Advantage of Opportunities – The More You Put Into Your Sport, The More You Receive (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Sue Cunningham) (076)   […]

0267 – Dinah Fleming (Listeners’ Choice)

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Young/Green Horses Should Always be Ridden by and Experienced Rider (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Dinah Fleming) (072)   About Dinah – Dinah comes from […]

0266 – Trish Braithwaite

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Position and Aids Should Be About Influence, Not Power   About Trish – Trish is a dressage, showjumping and eventing coach and trainer, she is also a dressage judge and author.   To Listen to Trish Braithwaite on iTunes – Click Here Or Listen below   Trish’s Favourite Inspirational Quote – Quotes by George Morris   […]

0265 – Renee Holzinger

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Teaching Riders With Disabilities To Connect With Their Horse, Become More Coordinated and Improve Results at School   About Renee – Renee is vaulting in a squad, showjumping yard and horse skills through RDA volunteer work.   To Listen to Renee Holzinger on iTunes – Click Here Or Listen below   Renee’s Favourite Inspirational Quote […]

0264 – Robert Moffatt

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Everyone’s Journey Is Going To Be A Bit Different.  If You Have Had A Setback, Drop The Expectations Of Unrealistic Goals and Focus On One Step At A Time   About Robert – Robert is a showjumping specialist, trainer & coach, he loves to bring on young horses and take them to a top level.  […]

0263 – Leanne Haywood

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Rode 1,000 km In Twenty-One Days On One Horse To Help Form A Guard of Honour for the Queen   About Leanne – Leanne is a trainer, rider, competitor and coach in dressage, showjumping and eventing.  She also has experience in; Thoroughbred Yearling Sale Preparation Cattle and Sheep Droving Non Competitive Camp Drafting Novelties Harness […]

0262 – Rena Figueredo (Williams)

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Horses Are a Wonderful Therapy For People Who Live a Stressful Life   About Rena – Rena is a dressage specialist, competitor, trainer and coach.  She also is schooling and breaking young horses. Rena’s students have won up to Royal Level in Showing and State Level Pony Club Dressage and competed up to Elementary Level […]

0261- Kristen Closson (Listeners’ Choice)

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The Mental and Physical Suppleness Should Showcase the Expression of Natural Movement (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Kristen Closson) (069)   About Kristen – Kristen […]

0260 – Sally Evans (Listeners’ Choice)

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I Want My Horses To Be As Happy As They Can Be, They Should Enjoy Their Lifestyle (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Sally Evans) (075) […]

0258 – Carole Herder

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Question Your Belief Structure and Question What You Hold To Be True   About Carole – Carole is the President of Cavallo Horse & Rider Inc.  Carole Herder designed and developed the range of Cavallo Horse Boots to meet the needs of the world wide hoof boot market; helping horses receive the protection required for the […]

0257 – Emmanuelle (Manu) Josz

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Every Horse Throws You Their Unique Challenges, Enjoy The Journey with Them All   About Emmanuelle (Manu) – Manu has always been involved with horses, started in show jumping and then used dressage to improve the jumping.  She has competed with horses in Belgium, Netherlands and Australia, and competed to Grand Prix.  Manu enjoys riding […]

0256 – Jill Buckfield

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Equestrian Coach and Psychologist Acutely Aware of The Importance of Riders’ Mental Attitude   About Jill – Jill is an all round horse person she is an equestrian trainer and coach, she has been a dressage, showjumping, eventing competitor and now working as a physiologist acutely aware of the importance of a riders mental attitude […]

0255 – Karen Rohlf

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Combining Classical Dressage and Natural Horsemanship to Produce ‘Dressage Naturally’   About Karen – Karen is known for creating the Dressage Naturally program, which is a partnership-based way of training dressage, in order to create stronger partnerships and healthy bio mechanics. Her goal is to empower horses and their humans to be the best they […]

0254 – Lyn Lynch (Listener’s Choice)

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Reward the Smallest Attempt to Help Improve Confidence and Relationship (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Lyn Lynch) (067)   About Lyn – Lyn was on […]

0253 – Brett Parbery (Listeners’ Choice)

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Frame Control, Feet Control and Transition/ Pace Control for the Dressage Horse (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Brett Parbery) (059)   About Brett – Brett […]

0252 – Leigh Wills

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Creating Foundation Behaviours In Foals To Give Every Horse the Opportunity To Be A Champion   About Leigh – Leigh runs Equus Education (NZ) Ltd, which gives every horse the opportunity to be a champion.  Leigh is working in the area of foal education to give foals and a human friendly basic education. Leigh has […]

0251 – Fran Griffen 2

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“Ten Tips For Working With Fear, Around Horses”   About Fran Griffen –  If you would like to know more about Fran Griffen then have a look at her first interview (189) http://horsechats.com/FranGriffen.   About This Episode “Ten Tips For Working With Fear, Around Horses”   To Listen to Fran Griffen 2 on iTunes – Click […]

0250 – Andrea Riedel-Carrison

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Sometimes Equine Specialist Veterinary Nurses Need to be Mediators       About Andrea – Andrea has a background in dressage, showjumping, eventing and show horse.   She is an internationally qualified coach and a dressage and show horse judge. Andrea is a self employed coach at Hi-Pine Equestrian Centre Mt.Gambier, also a boutique stud specialising […]

0249 – Rebecca Jenkins

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Every Time You Ride, Make It a Training Experience   About Rebecca – Rebecca is an all round horse person who coaches, trains, competes in both World Cup Showjumping as well as Show Horse.   To Listen to Rebecca Jenkins on iTunes – Click Here Or Listen below   Rebecca’s Favourite Inspirational Quote – “Perfect […]

0248 – Natalie Blundell

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International Four Star Three day Event Rider Discusses Riding Drops Ditches, Water Uphill and Downhill Combinations   About Natalie – Natalie is an eventing specialist coach, trainer and competitor.  She is also an international 4 star event rider who has produced many horses through the levels of dressage and eventing.   She has competed at some […]

0247 – Megan Joerg (Listeners’ Choice)

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Strive to Learn and to Educate Yourself – What is Right and Wrong (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Megan Joerg) (060)   About Megan – […]

0246 – Rebecca Thomas (Listeners’ Choice)

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Riders Should Spend The Time To Develop Feel, Timing and Foundation Training (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Rebecca Thomas) (065)   About Rebecca – Rebecca […]

0245 – Sophie Barrington 2

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“Ten Tips to Improve Your Website”   About Sophie –  If you would like to know more about Sophie then have a look at the following interviews First Interview (214)  Sophie Barrington Third Interview (276) Sophie Barrington 3 – “Ten Lessons for Social Marketing” Fourth Interview (306) Sophie Barrington 4 – “Ten Ways to Increase Profits Using Horse […]

0244 – Cathy Binz

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Children with Autism Can Move From A Very Stressed State To A Peaceful State When Working with Horses   About Cathy – Cathy has 30 years of horse ownership and riding experience and she has been focusing on dressage (highest level competed to date: PSG).  Cathy also has volunteered for 2 years as Event Director of […]

0243 – Linda Shore

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Grand Prix Dressage Rider Discusses Western Dressage   About Linda – Linda Shores 28 year career as a full time equestrian, breeder/coach/competitor, has given her the opportunities to acquire and integrate knowledge and skills of the dressage horse and rider.  She shares this with other passionate horse-people. Linda established River Range Warmblood Stud in Rockhampton, Central […]

0242 – Tonya Carew

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Only Sell Quality and Have a Good Understanding of What People Need     About Tonya – Tonya’s love of horses started as a young child on her uncles fairy farm. She doesn’t really remember learning to ride because she was on a horse being led about as a child. Tonya started at the Wynnum […]

0241 – Yvette Frahn

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Bringing Art and Horses Together Has Been My Absolute Calling   About Yvette – Yvette began her equine career like many do, by drawing horses until she could own one. Between the ages of 4 (when she saw her first horse) and 12 (when she actually got one), she pursued with single minded dedication the […]

0240 – Kerry Mack (Listeners’ Choice)

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Setting  Goals and Working Smart to become a Grand Prix Dressage Rider, World Cup Show Jumper and Three Day Eventer (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 […]

0239 – Caroline Coleby (Listeners’ Choice)

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Leadership Skills for Running Major Equine Events (Listeners’ Choice)     By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Caroline Coleby) (056)   About Caroline – Caroline is a Grand Prix […]

0238 – Maxine Cummings

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Chunking Down Achievable Goals For Nervous Riders To Gain Confidence and Move Forward   About Maxine – Maxine is a teacher, dressage judge, coach, trainer and competitor.  She helps nervous riders improve their ride in dressage, jumping and trail riding.   To Listen to Maxine Cummings on iTunes – Click Here Or Listen below   […]

0237 – Tereza Husakova

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No Time Management Tips Will Work If You Are Not Motivated To Do It   About Tereza – Tereza is a Dressage Specialist from the Czech Republic who visited Germany on a regular basis as a young rider.  She has been influenced by French Classical Trainers.  Tereza has trained to Grand Prix and is currently […]

0236 – Heidi Hewitson

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When Things Are Not Going Well With Your Horse, Stop, Think, Then Start Again   About Heidi – Heidi is a High School Teacher in Equine Studies.  She started off doing Pony Club, showing, western, polocrosse, dressage, and eventing.   Heidi describes herself as an all round horse woman and she is also coaching, teaching and […]

0234 – Nikita Stowers

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It Is So Fulfilling To Work With Horses Every Day   About Nikita – Nikita graduated from Massey University in 2011 with both undergraduate and post-graduate qualifications in Animal science and nutrition. She is a registered animal nutritionist in New Zealand and has worked in New Zealand as well as overseas with clients in Hong […]

0233 – Christine Johnson (Listeners’ Choice)

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Horses Love a Light Seat and Steady Hands  (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Christine Johnson) (053)   About Christine – Christine is a coach and […]

0232 – Bob Edwards (Listeners’ Choice)

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Grabbing Opportunities with Both Hands to Compete at the World Equestrian Games  (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Bob Edwards) (051)   About Bob – Bob […]

0231 – Ben Netterfield 2

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“Ten Essential Tips to Deal With Fear/Anxiety as a Rider”   About Ben –  If you would like to know more about Ben Netterfield then have a look at his First Interview (005) http://horsechats.com/BenNetterfield or Listeners’ Choice Interview (142) http://horsechats.com/bennetterfieldlc   About This Episode “Ten Essential Tips to Deal With Fear/Anxiety as a Rider” Firstly just for this talk […]

0229 – David Simons

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My Biggest Challenge Has Been Built Battling Depression and I Am Happy That I Have Had Horses To Overcome This   About David – Whether your interest is pleasure riding or high level performance in either the equestrian or reining/western disciplines, David’s training guarantees remarkable results. His passion for training the horse to perform with correct […]

0228 – Sandi Simons

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Helping Women Regain Their Confidence and Get Back in The Saddle   About Sandi – Sandi Simons was a typical country kid that would jump on any horse and ride! But like many women she discovered once she got a little older, became a wife and mother of five (yep five!) along with discovering how to […]

0227 – Keryn Conners

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Get Out Of The Arena. Go For A Trail Ride Or To The Beach and Train Over Poles and Jumps.   About Keryn – Keryn has had a lifetime with horses with a mixed lot of experience dressage, showjumping, eventing, polocrosse, chasing brumbies and camp drafting.   To Listen to Keryn Conners on iTunes – […]

0226 – Michelle Kelly (Listeners’ Choice)

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Riders Under Pressure and their Physical and Psychological Reactions  (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Michelle Kelly) (052)   About Michelle (Shelley) – National Show Jumping […]

0225 – Geraldine Eady (Listener’s Choice)

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Riding at Grand Prix is about loving the Training, Being Persistent and Always Looking for Improvement  (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Geraldine Eady) (049)   […]

0224 – Dr Peter Huntington

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Keep Equine Nutrition Simple and Feed Horses as Individuals Keep Equine Nutrition Simple and Feed Horses as Individuals   About Dr Peter – Dr. Peter Huntington received a veterinary degree from the University of Melbourne in 1981 and then worked in equine practice in Berwick, Victoria. He joined the Department of Agriculture (Victoria) as the horse specialist […]

0223 – Adele Edwards

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Helping People Find a Deeper Connection and Understanding With Their Horse   About Adele – Adele teaches self development workshops on energy healing and meditation, my personal journey to wellness and self discovery blossomed. The desire to study more and understand deeper truth become a way of life. Pranic Healing, Flower essences, Bowen Therapy, Shiatsu, […]

0222 – Jacqui Ridley

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I Can’t Think Of Anything Else That I Would Rather Do     About Jacqui – Jacqui is a showjumping specalist, she has just come back from Europe including Normandy, France.   To Listen to Jacqui Ridley on iTunes – Click Here Or Listen below   Jacqui’s Favourite Inspirational Quote – Train hard and competition […]

0221 – Anna O’Keppel 2

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“Ten Tips To Make The Most of Your Riding Time”   About Anna –  If you would like to know more about Anna then have a look at her First Chat (167) Anna O’Keppel Third Chat (315) Anna O’Keppel 3 – “Ten Points for the More Experienced/Advanced Rider to Make the Most of Their Riding Lesson” […]

0220 – Wayne Hipsley

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Providing Legal Expertise About Horse Behaviour, Ethical Practices and Safety Around Horses   About Wayne – Wayne  has been a Licensed United States Equestrian Federation Judge for over 40 years, a Licensed Horse Show Judge by 8 breed and discipline organizations, Judged Horse Shows in 10 foreign countries, conducted Judges Education Training and Licensing Seminars […]

0219 – Sally-Ann Barbera (Listeners’ Choice)

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Cross Training Horses and Riders to Improve Confidence, Position and Performance  (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Sally-Ann Barbera) (050)   About Sally-Ann – Sally-Ann is […]

0218 – Kate Dolan (Listeners’ Choice)

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Loving the Training of Dressage Horses and Show Hacks  (Listeners’ Choice) By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Kate Dolan) (046)   About Kate – Kate is a coach who […]

0217 – Michelle O’Neill

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If You Work Hard Enough For Your Dream, You Really Can Achieve It   About Michelle – Michelle thrives on being an all-round horsewoman. She is the owner of Cherry Tree Equine, a busy clinician teaching mainly good horsemanship, the co-producer of the DVD “Please…can I have a pony?”, is a teacher with Tafe NSW […]

0216 – Heather Lundquist

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The Horse Is Only As Good As Their Rider   About Heather – Heather started as a show rider, dressage rider, now is a dressage coach, trainer and judge.  She is also specialising in teaching children to ride.   To Listen to Heather Lundquist on iTunes – Click Here Or Listen below   Heather ‘s […]

0215 – Lea Bierman 2

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“Ten Reasons Why Riders Should Compete in Dressage Events”   About Lea –  If you would like to know more about Lea Bierman then have a look at her first chat is available on the link below (011) http://horsechats.com/Lea Bierman and Listeners’ Choice 156 – Lea Bierman (Listener’s Choice).   About This Episode – “Ten Reasons Why Riders […]

0214 – Sophie Barrington

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Full Service Equine Marketing Agency, A Horse Business With A Difference   About Sophie – Sophie is an Equine Business Owner with a difference.  The founder of Archer Creative, a full service Equine Marketing Agency, which is the first of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere.  Sophie has worked with horses and was the Equestrian Captain […]

0213 – Tania Hay

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It Is The Trust Element That I Find Quite Extraordinary About Horses   About Tania – Tania is a show horse, dressage competitor, trainer and coach. She believes that every person is entitled to quality coaching, regardless of the horse they are riding or their current ability.   To Listen to Tania Hay on iTunes […]

0212 – Amanda Hocking (Listener’s Choice)

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Every Horse Teaches You Something  (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Amanda Hocking) (041)   About Amanda –  FEI Dressage, Show Jumping & Three Day Event […]

0211 – Jonathan (Jonna) McLean (Listener’s Choice)

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Teach Your Horse to Have Good Buttons in All Directions  (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Jonathan (Jonna) McLean) (042)   About Jonathan (Jonna) – Jonna […]

0210 – Darlene Svamvur

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Supporting Students To Ride, To Be More Confident In Life and To Overcome Personal Challenges   About Darlene – Darlene is a dressage, showjumping, eventing coach and trainer she is also an active showjumping competitor.  Darlene enjoys supporting students to ride and be more confident in life and overcoming personal challenges.   To Listen to […]

0209 – Karen Owen

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Mounted Police Senior Riding Instructor, Also International Three Day Event Competitor   About Karen – Karen was an Australian representative in Three Day Eventing 1999 in the Trans Tasman in NZ  (, when she had a 3 month old baby).  She was the first nursing mum on an Australian team and was short listed for […]

0208 – Claire Walker

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Supporting Students As A Complete Package, Riding Skills As Well As Life Skills   About Claire – Claire is a dressage, showjumping, eventing and show horse specialist coach, trainer and competitor.  She also breeds ponies.  Claire looks at riders as a complete package to help them not only with riding skills but life skills.   […]

0206 – Tarli Dellatorre

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I Don’t Have A Job With Horses, I Have A Lifestyle With Horses     About Tarli – Tarli is an all round horseperson, who is now a dressage specialist instructor, and trainer. To Listen to Tarli Dellatorre on iTunes – Click Here Or Listen below   Tarli ‘s Favourite Inspirational Quote – “If you always […]

0205 – Guy Creighton (Listeners’ Choice)

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Hard Work and Dedication Will Get You Further Than Talent  (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Guy Creighton) (031)   About Guy Creighton Guy left school […]

0204 – Tonya Johnston (Listeners’ Choice)

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Mental Skills Coach, Teaching Riders, Improving Results  (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Tonya Johnston) (034)   About Tonya  -Tonya is a Mental Skills Coach and […]

0203 – Shonel Balsillie

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Improving Social/Emotional Well Being In Children Workshops, Incorporated With Horses   About Shonel – Shonel is coach who  started riding when she was 3 yrs old, riding Shetland ponies for the “Qld Shetland Jockey Club.”    Shonel’s father trained thoroughbreds from their Equestrian Centre “Kurshonbrooke Lodge” in Gumdale and Shonel started competing in Pony Club representing […]

0202 – Joanne Verikios

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Winning Doesn’t Have To Be About Trophies and Ribbons, It Can Be About A Harmonious Trail Ride With Your Horse   About Joanne – Joanne grew up with a passion for horses. She is an award winning author, experienced horse breeder, equestrian competitor and trainer, Australian representative athlete, and businesswoman. Joanne’s earliest ambition in life […]

0200 – Mary Seefried

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Olympic Dressage Judge Discusses Rollkur About Mary – Mary is one of Australia’s Five Star Judges and has been a frequent judge on the panel at the Sydney CDI since the event’s launch.  She started as an all-round rider and Mary has competed in dressage as well as eventing and showjumping.    Mary is currently […]

0199 – Annyka Overton

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Mixing Classical Training, Natural Horsemanship and Mindset Coaching to Overcome Fear in Horses and Humans About Annyka – Annyka is an eventing specialist rider and coach and horse management. Previously she had worked at New England Girls School, Armidale, the last 3 years as Head Coach. In 2016 Annyka started to pursue her dream of building […]

0198 – Catherine Davies (Listeners’ Choice)

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Develop The Rhythm If You Want To Jump Correctly  (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Catherine Davies) (038)   About Catherine –  Catherine discovered horses when […]

0197 – Michelle Strapp (Listeners’ Choice)

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Training and Selling Olympic, World Cup and International Show Jumpers  (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Michelle Strapp) (032)   About Michelle – Michelle moved to […]

0196 – Claire Harper

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It Is Not Just About The Competition, It Is About The Bond With The Horse As Well     About Claire – Claire is an all round instructor/coach who started her career in the UK and is now specialising in retraining thoroughbreds off the track into dressage horses.   To Listen to Claire Harper on iTunes […]

0195 – Angela Miettinen

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Every Horse Will Tell You What They Like and How They Would Like To Be Ridden     About Angela – Angela is a dressage coach with over 25 years experience coaching, training and competing in showing and dressage.  Angela has worked and been a trainer at many riding schools, before finally creating her own Riding […]

0193 – Helen Barnes

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I Have My Dream Job and My Proudest Moments Just Keep on Rolling     About Helen – Helen is a dressage specialist rider, trainer and coach. Helen has now been coaching full-time for 11 years.   To Listen to Helen Barnes on iTunes – Click Here Or Listen below   Helen’s Favourite Inspirational Quote […]

0192 – Jo Hoole

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Getting The Canter Right Is More Important Than Getting The Jumping Height Right   About Jo – Jo is competing in dressage, showjumping and eventing.  She coaches, competes, trains and is also a dressage judge. Jo’s background is 35+ years competitive sport originally in UK.  She has worked for several 4 star eventers as well as Dressage […]

0191 – David Finch (Listeners’ Choice)

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International Show Jumper, Now Breeding International Show Jumpers  (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (David Finch) (027)   About David Finch – David is tough and […]

0189 – Fran Griffen

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If You Love What You Are Doing, You Are Never Going To Work A Day In Your Life   About Fran – Fran started off eventing then dressage, and showjumping.  Fran has worked in the Thoroughbred industry and natural horsemanship.  Fran is still judging dressage but is working on more of a holistic approach to […]

0187 – Fiona Fehlberg

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Everyday You Learn Something New Because Horses Are Your Teachers   About Fiona – Fiona is an equestrian coach, she has been coaching for over 40 years and specialises in dressage and show riding. Having successfully coached riders to state titles and interstate championships. Fiona has also trained numerous horses to winning state Horse of […]

0186 – Lisa Finn

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Have Empathy For Your Horse, When Things Don’t Work Then Try Something Different   About Lisa – Lisa is a Level 1 dressage coach and is also a delivery provider for the Ready Set Trot program with Equestrian Australia.   For years she had her own business although her ambition was always to be a coach and […]

0183 – George Sanna (Listeners’ Choice)

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Dual Olympian Showjumper Learnt To Ride From An Ex-Calvary Instructor  (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 George Sanna (028)   About George Sanna – George moved […]

0182 – Jaymie Loy

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The Best Thing About Working With Horses Is That You Learn Something New Every Day   About Jaymie – Jaymie is someone who started with horses, and is now teaching horse handling and reproduction.  She also presented a lecture at the 2017 ISES Conference as an Associate Lecturer – Equine Industry and Reproduction on The […]

0181 – Ann Behringer

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Working With Horses Is A Good Lifestyle   About Ann – Ann initially started competing in eventing but now specialises as a dressage competitor, trainer and coach.   She has competed to Grand Prix level.   To Listen to Ann Behringer on iTunes – Click Here Or Listen below   Ann’s Favourite Inspirational Quote – Hasten […]

0180 – Antoinette Foster

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Equine Nutritional Therapist Discusses the Ideal Diet For Horses   About Antoinette – Antoinette is one of Australia’s most highly qualified equine nutritional therapists, she is also a qualified medical herbalist and human nutritionist and author of the successful book ‘Eat Like A Horse’. Antoinette has been a practitioner for over 29 years and has continued […]

0179 – Sharna Kirkham

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Breathe and Relax to Achieve a Harmonious Connection with Horses   About Sharna – Sharna is a specialist vaulting coach, FEI vaulting lunger and has competed four times internationally.  She will be competing in Germany in July 2018.   To Listen to Sharna Kirkham on iTunes – Click Here Or Listen below   Sharna’s Favourite […]

0177 – Rebecca Craig (Listeners’ Choice)

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International Horse Person and Groom Extraordinaire  (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 Rebecca Craig (014)   About Rebekka (Bek) – Level 1 General Coach – 6 […]

0176 – Robert Stewart (Listeners’ Choice)

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International Show Jumper and World Cup Competitor, Now Supporting Riders to Achieve their Dreams  (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 Robert Stewart (018)   About Robert […]

0175 – Jason Hill

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Using Exercise Physiology to Assist Horse Riders Maintain Strength and Fitness and Prevent Injury   About Jason – Jason is the Manager of Equestrifit New Zealand and he is also a Certified Personal Trainer and developed a equestrian rider fitness program.  Seven years ago he created ‘Bounce’ an equestrian specific way to exercise using purpose […]

0174 – Tania Harding

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You Can Enjoy the Horse Industry Where You Get to Live Your Life Rather Than Work   About Tania – Tania is a eventing specialist competitor, trainer and coach and has won up to and including Three Star Eventing.  She spends her days riding, training and coaching.   To Listen to Tania Harding on iTunes […]

0173 – Wendy Schaeffer

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Youngest Female to Win Olympic Gold Medal in Equestrian Three Day Event   About Wendy – Wendy has ridden at a International Level Competitor in both Showjumping and Eventing.  She was an Olympic Gold Medalist at Atlanta in the Three Day Event and the youngest female to win Olympic Gold Equestrian Three Day Eventing.  She […]

0172 – Jonathan (Jonna) McLean 3

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“Ten Steps for Further Foal Handling”   About Jonna –  If you would like to know more about Jonna then have a look at First Chat – 042 –  Jonathan McLean Second Chat – 144 –  Jonathan McLean 2 – “Ten Tips for Initial Foal Handling” Listeners’ Choice- 211 – Listeners’ Choice interview  (042) Fourth Chat – 292 – Jonathan […]

0171 – Gisela Nilsson-Harding

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I Call Horses Divine Mirrors.  They Reflect Back The Emotions You Put In. If You Put In Love and Respect and Kindness and Curiosity, the Horse will Return That.     About Gisela – Gisela is a dressage specialist rider, trainer and coach.  She is also an International Three Star Dressage Judge, Mentor, and Judge […]

0170 – Susie Hutchison (Listeners’ Choice)

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Showjumping Hall of Fame Inductee – Outstanding Contribution to the Sport of Showjumping  (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 Susie Hutchison (017)   About Susie – […]

0169 – Christine Doan (Listener’s Choice)

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Using ‘Wholism’ to achieve the Olympics Dream  (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 Christine Doan (015)   About Christine – Christine’s first memories of horses was […]

0167 – Anna O’Keppel

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I Am Doing What I Love Doing, It Is Amazing.  Riding Cheers You Up, It is Therapy   About Anna – Anna is a dressage specialist instructor, she is also a National A Level Dressage Judge and teaches riders from beginners to advanced at her property in Pheasants Nest NSW.   To Listen to Anna […]

0166 – Rebecca Ashton

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Pilates For Equestrian Riders and Equestrian Journalist   About Rebecca – Rebecca is a dressage rider, trainer and coach, she is also a Pilates Instructor for Equestrian Riders and an Equestrian Journalist.   To Listen to Rebecca Ashton on iTunes – Click Here Or Listen below   Rebecca’s Favourite Inspirational Quote – If you do […]

0165 – Anne-Katrin Liebe

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Achieving a Harmonic Dialog with Horses   About Anne-Katrin – Anne-Katrin has a background in dressage, showjumping and eventing.  She is also a dressage rider, trainer and competitor.  Anne-Katrin also coaches students, beginners to advance on her property at Arcadia. She also breeds German riding ponies   To Listen to Anne-Katrin Liebe on iTunes – […]

0164 – Dr Haley Randle

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Appreciate The Horse For What He or She Is, Horses Are All Individuals   About Haley – Haley is an Associated Professor of Equine Science and has  Equine Industry Related Qualification/ Experience/ Achievements as well as a PhD in Animal Science.  She is the Ex-President of the International Society for Equitation Science and a member of the […]

0162 – Terry Cowan (Listeners’ Choice)

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42 Years on the Show Circuit with the Woodhurst Show Team  (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 TerryCowan (013)   About Terry Cowan – Terry remembers riding […]

0161 – Ben Blay

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Successful Young Rider Competing Internationally Moving to FEI Competitions     About Ben – Ben is a FEI showjumping rider and competitor, who has been successful as a young rider representing Australia in Singapore, Korea and India.   To Listen to Ben Blay on iTunes – Click Here Or Listen below   Ben’s Favourite Inspirational […]

0160 – Steve Halfpenny

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Challenging Traditional Thinking About Horse Training   About Steve – Steve started as a western rider and competitor and has been teaching horsemanship for 30 years. He has started over 500 horses for the public and conducted horsemanship clinics in Europe, South Africa, NZ and Australia.  He have also been a presenter at Equitana Australia […]

0159 – Nicole Stewart

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Helped Transform The Riding and Lives of Thousands of Equestrian Athletes Around The World   About Nicole – Nicole was the Performance Coach to Australian Paralympic Gold Medalist, Joann Formosa during her 2012 London campaign and has helped transform the riding and lives of thousands of equestrian athletes around the world over the last 7 […]

0158 – Paul Cairns

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Classical Dressage and Showjumping With a Strong Focus on Effective Execution and Elegance in Execution to Maximise Results   About Paul – Paul started as a dressage, showjumping and eventing rider and then went to train with Philippe Karl and Heather Moffett.  He teaches classical dressage and showjumping with a strong focus on effective execution […]

0157 – Kate O’Connor

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Get a Horse Industry Qualification and Know That There Is a Lot of Manure to Pick Up Before You Get To The Glamorous Bits   About Kate – Kate is a show horse and dressage rider and she has a Diploma of Teaching.   Kate is showing horses of several breed types at national level shows and dressage at […]

0156 – Lea Bierman (Listener’s Choice)

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Grand Prix Rider, Grand Prix Trainer, Grand Prix Coach  (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Lea Bierman) (011)   About Lea Bierman – From her early […]

0155 – Monty Roberts (Listener’s Choice)

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The Man Who Listens To Horses  (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 Monty Roberts  (002)   About Monty Roberts – In 2017 Monty Roberts was named as […]

0154 – Dr Camie Heleski

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The Best Thing About Working In the Horse Industry Is That The Line Between Your Job and Your Hobby Becomes Very Blurry   About Dr Camie – Dr Camie Heleski received her Ph.D. in Animal Science with an emphasis in equine behavior and welfare; her M.S. was also in Animal Science, with an emphasis in […]

0153 – Diana Waters 2

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“Ten Ways to Improve Your Riding: A Biomechanical Approach”   About Diana – See previous Episode 016 – Diana Waters  http://horsechats.com/DianaWaters Diana’s Third Interview 291 – “Ten Tips for Teaching a Group Lesson”   About This Episode “Ten Ways to Improve Your Riding: A Biomechanical Approach”   To Listen to Diana Waters 2 on iTunes – Click Here […]

0151 – Neil Pye

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You Need To Be a ‘Forever’ Student of Horsemanship and The Study of Horses For As Many Lifetimes As We Have   About Neil – Neil is the Head Coach at Australian Parelli Centre and the Global Ambassador of Education for the Parelli Centre.  He has been with Parelli Natural Horsemanship for 13 years, at first […]

0150 – Danielle Keogh

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Using Physiotherapy To Improve Rider Position As Well as Lower Back and Pelvic Pain   About Danielle – Danielle is a dressage specialist, rider, trainer and coach up to FEI (Prix St George/Inter 1).  She also busy with her training and agistment yard on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland.  Danielle is sponsored by Picture The […]

0149 – Sue Chandler (Listeners Choice)

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Riding, Travelling, Teaching, Judging – Sue is living the horse person’s dream (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Sue Chandler) (006)   About Sue – Sue started […]

0148 – Vicki Roycroft (Listeners’ Choice)

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Extraordinary International Showjumping & Three Day Eventing Competitor (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 Vicky Roycroft (001)   About Vicki Roycroft – Level 3 Showjumping, Eventing & […]

0146 – Tom Simpson (Physio Tom)

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Equine Performance Physiotherapy to Treat Injuries and Maintain Performance   About Tom – Tom (Physio Tom) is a Equine Physiotheraphist, using TENS, Dry Needling or Acupuncture, Heat, Ultrasound, Rock Taping Method, Stretching and Massage for horses to maintain their performance and to treat injuries.   To Listen to Tom Simpson on iTunes – Click Here […]

0145 – Emily O’Connell

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Use Dressage For The Horse and Not The Horse For Dressage     About Emily – Emily is a dressage rider currently competing Small Tours on her off the track thoroughbred.  She is also a future PhD student in Equine Ethology.  Emily has been a groom, rider and is currently a disability support worker Grade […]

0143 – Trisha McCagh

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Animals Are the Bridge Between Us and The Beauty of All that is Natural   About Trisha – Trisha has Animal Communication Levels 1-5 U.S., Energy States – Arthur Findlay College U.K., Equine Psychology Certificate UK.  She has also been an Educator Equitana for over 6 years and a speaker at the Veterinary Conference.  Trisha also […]

0142 – Ben Netterfield (Listeners’ Choice)

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World Cup Showjumper Specialising in Micro Post Traumatic Stress for Riders  (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and  commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (BenNetterfield) (005)   About Ben Netterfield – Ben is […]

0141 – Dr Andrew McLean (Listeners’ Choice)

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Award Winning Equine Scientist, Equine Trainer, Equestrian Coach and Speaker (Listeners’ Choice)   By Popular Demand we have re-published this episode.   Each weekend we are choosing the most listened to and commented on episodes for you to enjoy. This interview was previously published in 2017 (Andrew McLean) (003)   About Dr Andrew McLean – Andrew […]

0140 – Jenny Carroll

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There Are Rewards In Seeing Progress and Improvement in The Way a Horse Goes   About Jenny – Jenny is a graduate from one of the first Horse Management Programs in Australia at a time when there was some opposition to the need for formal education in you wanted to work with horses.  Thankfully attitudes […]

0139 – Tui Teka

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The Difference Between Humans and Horses is That Horses Never Lie     About Tui – Tui is the winner of ‘The Way of the Horse’, the famous EQUITANA competition where competitors are given unbroken horses and put them through set exercise over a  period of 4 hours.   To Listen to Tui Teka on […]

0138 – Fiona Heysen

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It Is The Trust Element That I Find Quite Extraordinary About Horses   About Fiona – Fiona has a background in dressage, showjumping, eventing.   She now is focusing on dressage, where she has ridden and has trained to Grand Prix level.  Fiona is the grand daughter of Sire Hans Heysen (Famous Artist), she has been […]

0137 – Lindsay Nylund

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Surviving the Unexpected – Fall Safety Training for Horse Riders   About Lindsay – Lindsay comes from a gymnastic background and is the founder and creator of Horse Rider Fall Safety Training, teaching recreational riders, professional riders, jockey and track work riders the skills to enable them to react safely in the event of a fall.  […]

0136 – Julie-Anne Humphries 2

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“Ten Hot Tips to Becoming a Better Horse Person”   About Julie-Anne – If you would like to know more about Julie-Anne then have a look at her first interview (037) http://horsechats.com/JulieanneHumphries.   About This Episode – Ten Hot Tips to Becoming a Better Horse Person   To Listen to Juile-Anne Humphries 2 on iTunes – Click […]

0135 – Pip Tonkin 2

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“Ten Ways to Make Lessons More Fun and Focused”     About Pip – If you would like to know more about Pip then have a look at her first interview (043)  http://horsechats.com/piptonkin   About This Episode –  “Ten Ways to Make Lessons More Fun and Focused”   To Listen to Pip Tonkin 2 on iTunes – […]

0134 – Marc Pierard

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What Is In It For The Horse? Is He Finding This Okay Or Is He Showing Signs of Discomfort and What Can I Do to Help Him?   About Marc – Marc has had a lifetime of horses and is bridging the gap between the laboratory and the arena, with a focus on training the riding […]

0133 – Iris Huisman

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Clicker Training: The Importance of the Time Between Click and Reward   About Iris – Iris started riding with an interest in dressage and had a brief interest  in cutting before returning to dressage.  Her area of research has been in clicker training with horses, focusing on the importance of the time between the click […]

0132 – Tanja Mitton

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Thinking That You Are Always Going To Be Broke If You Work With Horses, Is a Fallacy and Just Wrong   About Tanja – Tanja is an Equestrian Mindset Coach and Rider Position Coach.  She specialises in the use of NLP (neuro-linguistic programming) to assist her students.   To Listen to Tanja Mitton on iTunes […]

0131 – Meredith Chapman

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The More Time You Spend On The Ground With Your Horse, The Easier It Is When You Ride   About Meredith – Meredith has had a lifetime with horses, she also breeds quarter horses crossed with Australian Stock Horses.  Her area of expertise is around horse safety and risk management, looking at the prevention of […]

0130 – Dr Kirrilly Thompson

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Interactions With Horses Become So Important To How We See the Rest Of  The Work   About Kirrilly – Dr Kirrilly is a horse owner and a Cultural Anthropologist, with a special interest in human-horse relations.   To Listen to Dr Kirrilly Thompson on iTunes – Click Here Or Listen below   Kirrilly’s Favourite Inspirational […]

0129 – Tim Calkin

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You Don’t Have to Have a Superstar to Have a Lot of Fun on a Horse   About Tim – Tim has a background in dressage, showjumping and eventing in a couple of countries.  He is a trainer, coach and coach educator.  He specializes in dressage and breeding performance horses at his property at Badger […]

0128 – Ann Montgomery

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My Career With Horses Has Opened So Many Avenues of Travel for Me That I Never Even Imagined   About Ann –  Ann started training in classical principles and is a general coach and trainer.  Ann focuses on bio mechanics and NLP (neuro-linguistic programming) to learn to ride with your mind to achieve better results. […]

0127 – Kate Fenner

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Have Empathy To Be Able To See Things From The Horses Point of View   About Kate – Kate is a coach and trainer and who has competed in dressage, showjumping, western, working equitation, hacking and polo.  She is a equine scientist working towards her PhD.  Her research is on training and welfare and she […]