I have a 4 year horse behavioural science college under my belt. It was developed by Annemarie van der Toorn and I obtained it in the Netherlands and it's internationally recognised. The course is a mix of horse training methods based on natural behaviour and psychology with added modules on veterinary practice, ethology and learning theories. Both theory and hands-on. This is an instructor course as well, so I'm qualified to teach this matter. I also have a hacking and guiding certificate.

Trekking Guide. Horse Trainer & Starting Youngsters. Travel Guide. Yard Manager. First Aid Person. Team Leader. Riding Instructor. Mare & Foal Handler/Educator. Yard Worker. Groom.

I've been a trail/trek guide for 5 years for all levels, ages and terrains. Accident and injury coordinator and first aid person when something went wrong with one the thousands of people. Can do basic vet procedures and animal first aid. I have worked in mare handling and foal education at large studs in New Zealand. Being responsible for teaching over 250 TB foals all the basics each season. I'm well schooled in horse behavioural science and have worked for years in starting (breaking) and problem fixing without using violence. I'm looking for a friendly workplace to create win-win situations :)

I love working with both people and horses. My specialties are: Teaching and guiding people with their horses. Creating a safe and healthy environment to learn new skills and knowledge. I am well trained for anything to do with a horse's behaviour. I can teach them new skills/cues, (pre)start under saddle, desensitisation, fix problem behaviour and boost their confidence. I have lead teams at different yards. Can tow a trailer and drive tractors. Proficient with yearlings and foals.

I have the most experienced with riding young horses who are in a starting process. I have light hands and I'm able to communicate clearly what I'm asking in a kind way. I can hack out well and I'm often the one to take an inexperienced horse out for the first time. I have over 10.000 hours in the saddle either on youngsters or as a trail guide but I am no fancy dressage rider or chase the highest jumps. Brave but not stupid :)

Even though competitions are not my main interest, I'm happy to help and have been to some shows as a groom. I like being on the road, can load horses well without using violence, and am efficient on the showground. Having said that, I'm more than happy to hold the fort at home.