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| Developing the Fearless Horse. Effective training strategies for producing a calm but courageous horse - for any situation! | |
All are welcomed by the Day’s! Whether young or old, novice or experienced, amateur or professional, competitive or not- ponies or horses which are green or experienced, for pre-training or re-training, groundwork or flatwork, jumping or dressage. Their unique approach, techniques and strategies can improve every horse, whatever their problems- and human’s whatever their aspirations! Joanna is a BHSI, BD and BE Accredited Trainer and works with riders to build a successful partnership with their horse- and improve their leadership and control skills. Roger is a renowned horseman and FEI Chief Steward - he is the expert on young stock handling, show prep and overcoming problems such as fear of start boxes, loading, napping etc. Both have a long lifetimes successful experience of helping horses and riders to achieve their aims. They bred top class horses including the great Primmore’s Pride and have helped several world class riders as well as many more ordinary mortals! Each prefer to work ‘one on one’ or maybe with 2 compatible clients sharing. Intensive schooling livery is sometimes available for a maximum of two horses at a time. (Click here to find out more about our work). Roger & Joanna have use of a small private yard and excellent farm facilities for dressage, jumping, remedial training or ground work in Somerset, not far from Junctions 24/25 of the M5. There is plenty of space for lorries etc, and local B&B’s can be arranged. A day or two of intensive one to one or shared tuition in a friendly atmosphere makes a great learning experience. They teach a maximum of 4 people per day. Average cost for 1 day about £130 per person. A 50% deposit secures a place. Please email for availability and current prices (Click here for latest information and dates). Testimonials from some of our hugely varied but happy clientele ‘… Joanna. Thank you for putting us back on the road to success – all your time and effort was rewarded with a spook free Elementary win this weekend. Orbit was much more willing and obedient – staying in front of the leg for most of the test. He even managed some ‘true’ bends too! Thank you again for our lessons, and for the delicious cake!’ Sue P, Devon July 2009 ‘… Joanna & Roger, what a huge difference your training has made! A great boost for my daughter’s , the horse’s and my own confidence. We all went to our first event since the accident and had a JRN win! Thank you for all your inspiring teaching and advice – and CD to remember the lesson with – we shall return soon.’ Clare P, Oxford August 2009 ‘… Roger I just wanted to thank you for the excellent tuition and friendly hospitality. I came away with renewed confidence. I now feel Bo and I are on the right track together.’ Bernie T, Dorset September 2009 ‘Roger and Joanna – You will be pleased to hear that I can now feed my gang of unruly horses and lead them in safely on my own – thank you both for your life changing tuition!’ Mary J, Somerset February 2009 In the Press July 2009 British Riding Club’s ‘Rider’s Magazine’ features our training with Sarah Phillips and her spooky horse. February 5th 2009 features our training with Carol Phillips and her horse Zizi. September 2008 British Horse Society’s ‘Horse’ Magazine Developing the Fearless Horse feature. Please email or ring us to discuss your individual requirements. | |
Roger and Joanna offer private lessons, clinics, and courses for people of all standards or ages - from basic handling to those seeking more advanced competition success. Their teaching is inspirational, intuitive and uniquely tailored to suit anyone who is keen to learn!