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Mastering your mind is the most effective way to achieve both peak performances and harmonious connection with your horse!
Transform Your Rides and Relationship
It CAN be fun and rewarding again!
Rediscover Your Passion for Riding.
*You chose this path because of your love for horses and your dedication to becoming better equestrian.
*Your connection with horses isn't just about competing; it's a deep, personal journey that demands focus and heart.
*You want to feel empowered, confident, and proud of your progress. You work hard to build a stronger bond with your horse and enhance your performance without sacrificing your joy or well-being.
*You don’t want to be held back by mental blocks or self-doubt. You want to excel while nurturing a fulfilling, meaningful relationship with your horse.
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Want to Learn More?
I offer the Resilient Rider Program (RRP) a few times each year, a 1:1 Program called the Empowered Equestrian, I offer workshops and clinics, in person and virtually. Information for each service is listed below and I'm happy to chat if you want to discuss which one is best for you!
Drop me a note and let me know how I can help!
E-Pops Performance
Do You "SEE" Yourself in these statements?
Feeling Overwhelmed by the Pressure?
You Invest Time & Energy into Lessons and Practice, but It’s Not Producing the Results You Want
You Invest Time & Energy into Lessons and Practice, but It’s Not Producing the Results You Want
You’ve put your heart into riding, but anxiety and fear are overshadowing the fun and connection you seek with your horse. You might find yourself compromising what you truly value for the sake of external achievements.
The End Result: You Feel Like You’re Losing Sight of Why You Ride.
You Invest Time & Energy into Lessons and Practice, but It’s Not Producing the Results You Want
You Invest Time & Energy into Lessons and Practice, but It’s Not Producing the Results You Want
You Invest Time & Energy into Lessons and Practice, but It’s Not Producing the Results You Want
- You're tense and anxious before riding sessions
- You are creating excuses to avoid riding rather than feeling excited to tack up
- You hesitate and feel unsure while in the saddle
- You feel defeated before even starting a ride
- Your performance is inconsistent and marked by mistakes you don't usually make
- You are missing beautiful rides because fear is standing in your way
mental performance coaching is for you if you are a:
Trainer and Coach
Competitive Equestrian
Competitive Equestrian
As trainers, clinicians, and coaches, understanding mental performance coaching is crucial for both your clients and yourself. This knowledge enables you to help your clients tackle fear, anxiety, and self-doubt, empowering them to build confidence, manage stress, and reach their goals more effectively.
But it’s not just about your clien
As trainers, clinicians, and coaches, understanding mental performance coaching is crucial for both your clients and yourself. This knowledge enables you to help your clients tackle fear, anxiety, and self-doubt, empowering them to build confidence, manage stress, and reach their goals more effectively.
But it’s not just about your clients. You also face your own challenges with fear, anxiety, and self-doubt. By learning and applying mental performance strategies, you can develop resilience and maintain your well-being, ensuring you’re at your best for both yourself and your clients. Embracing these techniques enhances your connection with yourself, your clients, and the horses you work with, while also fostering a supportive community that promotes growth and shared success
Competitive Equestrian
Competitive Equestrian
Competitive Equestrian
Understanding mental performance coaching is a game-changer for you. It’s not just about managing the pressure and expectations of competing; it’s about mastering your mindset to truly excel.
When you get to grips with these mental performance strategies, you’ll find it easier to handle fear, anxiety, and self-doubt, which means you'll bui
Understanding mental performance coaching is a game-changer for you. It’s not just about managing the pressure and expectations of competing; it’s about mastering your mindset to truly excel.
When you get to grips with these mental performance strategies, you’ll find it easier to handle fear, anxiety, and self-doubt, which means you'll build confidence, stay focused, and perform at your best. Plus, this isn’t just about improving your game—it's also about deepening your connection with your horse.
Embracing these techniques helps you stay mentally strong and enjoy the ride, while also creating a more supportive environment for yourself and your equine partner. It’s all about building a stronger bond and thriving in every aspect of your competitive journey, identify their values and goals, and create actionable steps towards achieving them. I am committed to providing a safe and non-judgmental space for my clients to explore their inner world and work towards their desired outcomes.
Casual Rider
Competitive Equestrian
Casual Rider
For casual or recreational riders and those just getting back into the horse world understanding mental performance coaching can make all the difference in your riding journey. It’s not just about getting back in the saddle; it’s about overcoming the nerves and self-doubt that might be holding you back.
When you dive into these mental per
For casual or recreational riders and those just getting back into the horse world understanding mental performance coaching can make all the difference in your riding journey. It’s not just about getting back in the saddle; it’s about overcoming the nerves and self-doubt that might be holding you back.
When you dive into these mental performance strategies, you’ll learn how to manage anxiety and build confidence, making your rides more enjoyable and fulfilling. Whether you’re looking to reconnect with your horse or simply enjoy your time in the saddle more, this approach helps you focus on what really matters.
By embracing these techniques, you enhance your connection with your horse, enjoy your riding experience, and create a supportive environment for yourself. It’s all about finding joy and confidence in every ride and building a stronger bond with your equine partner
Has Something Changed in your EQUESTRIAN life?
Feeling Stuck in Your Equestrian Journey?
Doubting Your Connection with Your Horse?
Questioning What You Truly Want from Your Horse Time?
Facing a Tough Decision about How to Move Forward?
Struggling to Balance Your Mental Wellness with Your Riding Goals?
When the Journey Changes:
Many of my clients and students, teens and adults, are grappling with mental wellness and striving for a deeper connection with their horses. As your equestrian journey evolves, you might find that your view of horse riding and training has shifted. What once brought you joy and fulfillment may now feel disconnected or misaligned with your current values and needs. This shift can be challenging, especially when you realize that you don’t have the skills or tools to navigate this new phase effectively.
Equestrians are seeking a deeper connection with their horses and a better balance between mental wellness and riding goals. Traditional methods may no longer resonate, and the pressure to perform can feel overwhelming. Even competitive riders find that these tools not only enhance their connection with their horses but also improve their performance.
Whether you’re struggling with balancing mental wellness with riding goals or seeking a more meaningful connection with your horse, it's important to address these changes proactively. The right support can help you adapt and thrive, ensuring that your journey remains fulfilling and aligned with what truly matters to you and your horse.
If this resonates with you, you’re not alone. Many equestrians are discovering that their old ways of riding and interacting with their horses no longer serve them. They’re searching for a more compassionate, connected approach—one that honors their values and prioritizes mental well-being for both horse and rider.
This is where mental performance coaching comes in. The Resilient Rider Program is designed specifically for equestrians like you, who value connection, mental wellness, and a positive partnership with their horse. This program gives you the tools to create a fulfilling, balanced equestrian life that aligns with your deepest values.
Ready to discover the skills you need to thrive in this new chapter of your equestrian journey? Read on for information about the Resilient Rider Program and the Empowered Equestrian 1:1 Coaching Program.
Embrace the connection, mental wellness, and joy you and your horse deserve.
Work With ME: IN PERSON & ONLINE
Workshops
Workshops
Workshops
Struggle with nerves and anxiety?
Do well at home but fall apart when the stakes are higher?
Both online and in-personal workshops are available!
We ALL need these skills, especially equestrians because we we have 2 brains and bodies to learn to manage during challenging times!
The basic skills we cover include:
- How the Brain Works
- Visualization/Imagery and Thought work
- Pre-practice routines
- Pre-work routines/plan
- In-work routines
- Post-work routines
Workshops include a workbook
that contains resources you can refer back to as you continue to become a more confident and resilient equestrian!
WATCH FOR webinars and online camps which allow participants to learn skills that help them grow as an equestrian, offered by a CERTIFIED Mental Performance Coach with DECADES of experience coaching, training and competing horses through out North America.
Workshops
Workshops
Empowering Equestrians to Ride with Confidence and Clarity 1:1 Coaching
The equestrian journey is changing, and it’s more important than ever to focus on the mental and emotional well-being of both rider and horse. There's a growing move toward a kinder, more holistic way of riding, which helps us truly connect with our horses.
I'm here to support riders who want to improve their time with their horses by working on mental performance, easing anxiety, and building a stronger bond. The mission is to help you enjoy your horse time with confidence and clarity, making sure your passion for horses is rewarding and your connection with your horse is even stronger.
Get your mind right, rediscover the joy of being with your horse. Kick anxiety, negative self-talk and frustration to the curb, ride, compete, perform your best with MENTAL PERFORMANCE TOOLS!
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Download this FREE tool to help unlock secrets to riding with clarity & confidence
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Testimonials
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What participants had to say:
It was SOOO good!!!! I came away with so many nuggets and am a huge fan now!
Confidence camp with on the weekend was a great, quick reminder of some wonderful tools to use, and they paid off in our lesson tonight."
About "e-pops"
Passionate Equestrian
Dedicated Professional
Dedicated Professional
Mental performance coach with decades of experience riding, training and competing, dedicated to empowering riders to conquer their mental game, boost confidence, and achieve peak performance as a mental performance coach.
Dedicated Professional
Dedicated Professional
Dedicated Professional
English and Western certified coach committed to helping you unlock your potential through mental performance coaching. Let's transform your mindset and elevate your equestrian mental game!
Resilient Mindset
Dedicated Professional
Resilient Mindset
Certified Mental Performance Mastery Coach, high school educator and mental resilience enthusiast, helping equestrians master the mental side of riding. Let's work together to crush goals, embrace confidence, and enjoy the time with our horses.