All lessons are taught by Olivia, Tilly or Kat - between us we have several decades of teaching experience using the Ride With Your Mind method. Lessons are usually taught 1-2-1, but with established pupils we might coach two simultaneously. This is because you need to be focused on REAL change, which requires quality attention from your coach. When running clinics, we may teach between 4 - 6 pupils at a time, presupposing some experience.

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Whether you’re a complete beginner, a nervous rider, or an experienced rider wanting to refine your position, our private lessons help you develop clarity, balance, and a deeper connection with your horse.

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Who Private Lessons Are For

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Private lessons are tailored to suit riders of all ages and experience levels, including:

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Beginners wanting a gentle, structured introduction

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Nervous or returning riders rebuilding confidence

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Riders wanting to improve posture, balance, and alignment

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Riders seeking clearer communication with their horse

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Anyone wanting to understand biomechanics and ride more effectively

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What You'll Learn

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Each lesson is personalised, but common focus areas include:

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Developing a secure, functional seat

Improving balance and stability

Understanding biomechanics and how your body influences the horse

Clear, effective aids

Softness, connection, and feel

Confidence and mindset

Improving straightness and symmetry

Reducing tension in both horse and rider

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What to Expect in a Private Lesson

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A calm, welcoming environment

Clear explanations and simple, effective techniques

A focus on how your body influences the horse

A supportive, confidence‑building teaching style

Time to process, practise, and ask questions

A horse‑centred approach that prioritises welfare and understanding

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Lessons are available on our well‑schooled horses and ponies.

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The Ride With Your Mind® (RWYM) Approach

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RWYM is an internationally recognised coaching method created by Mary Wanless. It focuses on rider biomechanics, body awareness, functional alignment, clear communication, and evidence‑based techniques. This approach helps riders make meaningful, lasting improvements.

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1-2-1 Private Lessons Pricing

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Adults/Children (45 mins) - £75

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Adults/Children (30 mins) - £60

These lessons can take place in the 30m x 50m arena, in our jumps field, grass arena, around the farm or around the local market town, Charlbury.

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Hacking (60 mins upwards) - by arrangement with clients, who have had at least one lesson in the arena. We can go to the river at Stonesfield, past the Roman Villa, over to Ascot- under -Wychwood or Spelsbury...just depends how much time you have.

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For all prospective full-time clients ONLY, first lessons are offered at HALF PRICE . This offer is not available for one-off lessons. Full-time clients booking a block of 10 lessons will get the 11th lesson FREE.

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CANCELLATIONS - Saturday lessons are subject to a 10-day notice period or the full lesson price is due. For weekday lessons the full lesson price is due with less than 24 hours' notice and 50% is due with less than 3 days' notice.