Sarah
Laconia, New Hampshire, USA
About
- Jobseeker No
- 342968
- Status
- Looking
- Gender/Working Couple
- Female
- Nationality
- USA
- Marital Status
- Married
- Occupation
- Biologist & Part-time equine barn manager
- Height
- 1.59m = 5' 2"
- Weight
- 63 kgs = 9 st 12 lb
- Smoke
- Drive
- Video
- http://www.soulandsaddle.com
Preferences
- Locations
- (Massachusetts: Oak Bluffs, 30 miles)
Bio
Equine professional with 20+ years in animal care, facility management, training, and education. Licensed riding instructor specializing in horse-first leadership, welfare, and foundation horsemanship.Duties of Current Occupation
Managed equine care, training, conditioning, facility operations, staff and volunteers. Developed educational programs, taught riding and groundwork, coordinated veterinary care, and implemented safety and horse welfare protocols.
Equine Work Experience
I bring over 20 years of professional animal care, facility management, and educational experience, including seven years with Misty Meadows Equine Learning Center, a PATH International-affiliated facility. As a Massachusetts-licensed riding instructor and equine professional, my expertise includes foundation horsemanship, horse training, groundwork, equine behavior, conditioning, and welfare. I have participated in more than 25 multi-day horsemanship clinics with respected horsemen, including Bryan Neubert, Tom Curtin, and Martin Black. My leadership experience includes staff and volunteer training, program development, facility operations, safety protocols, and coordination of veterinary and farrier care. As owner of Soul & Saddle LLC, I provide equine bodywork, PEMF therapy, training, and education. I prioritize thoughtful, horse-first practices, clear communication, and creating safe, supportive environments for horses and people.
Specialities
Equine facility management, foundation horsemanship, training, groundwork, riding instruction, equine behavior, welfare, conditioning, PEMF therapy, bodywork, staff development, and program leadership.
Type of Ride Work
Experienced rider and Massachusetts-licensed riding instructor specializing in foundation horsemanship, groundwork, obstacle training, and rider development. Attended 25+ multi-day clinics with Bryan Neubert, Tom Curtin, Trina Curtin, and Martin Black. Emphasize softness, timing, feel, balance, safety, and horse-first training methods that build confidence, trust, and willing partnerships between horses and riders. Hunter/Jumper and Ranch Riding. Trail and Foundations.