Testimonials
I can’t say enough great things about Oliver! He has been my coach for 6 years now and has taught me more than I ever could’ve imagined alongside pushing me to develop my skills as a rider from a beginner with no confidence nor experience to a high level dressage rider where, with his ongoing help and support, I am now competing in national dressage shows. Over these 6 years Oliver has shown his expertise, patience and passion for horse riding which has transformed my skills and confidence.
What sets Oliver apart is his ability to adapt lessons to individual needs while fostering a strong connection between me and my horse, his encouragement and attention to detail has helped me, and is continuing to help me progress faster than I ever expected allowing me to reach my goals. Through his thoughtfully structured lessons, providing clear guidance while making learning both fun and rewarding, Oliver has also shown consistent encouragement through all the challenges I have faced with my riding and I believe confidently that he will help me reach my full potential. Wether you’re a beginner or an experienced rider, Oliver is the perfect coach to help you grow and enjoy every step of your riding journey. I could not recommend him highly enough! – Camille Lecat
I cannot recommend Oliver highly enough as an exceptional riding instructor and coach. From the very beginning of my journey in dressage, he has been instrumental in my growth both as a rider and as someone learning the art of training a young horse. His guidance has been comprehensive, teaching me everything from proper horse care to building a deep understanding of how to work harmoniously with my horse. Oliver’s approach is patient yet incredibly effective, fostering both my technical skills and my confidence around horses. Under his instruction, I have gained invaluable knowledge and experience that I carry into every ride and training session with my young horse.
What sets Oliver apart is his unwavering dedication to his students and their horses. He is always accessible, ready to answer questions, provide support, and lend his expertise whenever needed. His passion for helping riders succeed is evident in the tailored advice and encouragement he provides, which has given me the confidence to tackle challenges. Whether you are an aspiring rider looking to refine your skills or seeking help in producing and training horses, Oliver’s expertise and genuine care make him an outstanding coach. I am truly grateful for his role in my journey and am confident that others will benefit just as much from his guidance. – Ali Fakhro
My name is Emma Goode and I’m very happy to recommend Oliver to all those looking to develop their dressage skills or improve their knowledge and enjoyment of horse riding or horse ownership.
I am the owner of large warmbloods but needed to find a smaller horse to progress with following a back injury. I asked Oliver to find me a horse who was calm, lovely to handle and who would be suitable for me to enjoy and compete on. Oliver found me the calmest thoroughbred who I adore and we’ve been successful at the three dressage competitions we’ve taken part in.
Oliver is very knowledgeable and is a genuinely nice person who understands the complexities of a good rider and horse combination; I can thoroughly recommend him.
Oliver has been my Instructor for ten years now. In that time I have bought two off the track thoroughbreds. Oliver has been instrumental in their training and adjustment to their new lives after racing. He is well versed in the quirks and personalities of TBs, devising an appropriate training schedule to suit each horse.
My riding has with Oliver’s expert guidance, also developed and improved. He also teaches my daughters on our two horses, since they were very young. His skill in adapting his teaching styles and focusing on each rider’s needs has meant the three of us regularly compete in local dressage competitions with great success.
More than happy to highly recommend Oliver.
Sharon Nicklin