Pony Rides
Jo – Chief Instructor
With over 30 years of experience, Joanna leads our riding school with expertise in dressage and jumping, offering clear, confidence-building lessons for riders of all levels.Specialist in: Dressage • Jumping • Rider Confidence
Qualifications:
BHSI Stage 5 Performance Rider & Senior Coach
BHS Stage 5 Performance Centre Manager
British Dressage List 4 Judge
Competed up to Inter II level
Joanna’s teaching philosophy focuses on horse welfare, rider confidence, and technical excellence, creating a positive learning environment for every rider.
Career Highlights:
Represented Great Britain at the MCI European Championships in Belgium (2022) and Le Mans, France (2025)
Secured Team Silver on both occasions riding El Cid, Lusitano gelding owned by Pauline Harris
Jen – Instructor
Jen has been part of our team for over 10 years and first learned to ride right here at the school. Her passion for horses and teaching shines through in every lesson.Qualifications:
BHS Stage 2 Complete
BHS Stage 3 Care
Jen is known for her friendly, supportive approach, helping riders build confidence and enjoy their time in the saddle.
Fun Fact
Jen loves cats and volunteers at cats protection managing their Facebook page.
Grace
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Phoebe
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Fun Fact
Phoebe has two pet snakes, Doris, a corn snake and Mabel is a Rainbow Boa! And loves collecting fossils in her spare time.