My name is Natalie and I am the founder of Little Hooves. I am a British Horse Society, Accredited Professional Coach and I have been a professional in the equine industry for over 20 years.
Throughout my career I have coached and trained riders, taught practical and theory sessions, workshops and lessons for a variety of age groups and abilities, from very beginner children to advanced adults.
I have many years experience managing and developing an equestrian centre, achieving British Horse Society, Association of British Riding Schools and Pony Club centre accreditation.
I am fully insured, Safe Guarding Certificated, First Aid trained and I have a current CRB Certificate.
Bringing ponies and people together, enabling compassionate communication and understanding.
We are hugely passionate about our ponies and the relationships we have with them. We want them to enjoy our company as much as we enjoy theirs! This is achieved through mutual respect, understanding and kindness in our approach and training.
We offer tuition in Riding, stable management, pony care and handling and Horsemanship. Our sessions are fun, educational, interactive and hands-on with our Little Hooves ponies.
As a Pony Club Linked Centre, our Pony Club sessions enable children to complete their Official Pony Club Achievement Badges and tests and gain nationally recognised awards.
We pride ourselves on creating a fun, interactive and structured learning environment. We use many varied teaching methods and interactive learning tools as we take the children on their journey into the world of ponies. From grooming to feeding, points of the horse and anatomy - we cover it all!
Our unmounted sessions include a combination of hands-on, practical pony care and theoretical activities to enhance learning, incorporating worksheets, arts and crafts and games.