Sarah Gairdner

Event Rider & Accredited Coach

I'm an event rider based at Danesmoor Eventing, where I produce and compete my own horses and coach riders in flatwork, showjumping and cross-country.

I've competed at some of the UK's leading events, and my experience as a rider informs the way I coach. I enjoy helping riders develop their skills and understanding of their horses, bringing together the technical aspects of riding with mental preparation and performance.

I'm a Level 4 Coach, BHS Accredited Professional Coach, British Eventing and British Showjumping Level 3 Coach, and Centre10 Advanced Coach.

My approach to producing horses is guided by an interest in their future development, with the decisions we make today contributing to the horses they become.

 

Sarah at Danesmoor Eventing

I enjoy working with riders and their horses, exploring how good coaching, thoughtful preparation and an understanding of each horse can contribute to their development.

I'm part of the Equestrian Athlete Coach Team, collaborating with Alison on our Ride & Stay experiences and sharing our interest in supporting the partnership between horse and rider.

You can discover more about my coaching, clinics, competition horses and life at Danesmoor Eventing.

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Work with me as a Rider

What are you working on with your horse?

I enjoy coaching and would love to help you develop your riding skills, understand your horse and prepare for competitions.

My experience producing and competing horses is an important part of my coaching, and I enjoy helping each partnership develop the confidence, skills and understanding to enjoy their work together.

You can find out more about individual coaching, clinics and training opportunities at Danesmoor Eventing.

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Working with Other Equestrian Professionals

I'm always interested in discussing coaching collaborations and projects that support the development and wellbeing of horses and riders.

I collaborate with Alison Kenward on our Ride & Stay experiences, combining our coaching to offer riders the opportunity to spend time learning with their horses at Danesmoor Eventing.

My work also includes involvement with the Thoroughbred Aftercare Programme, supporting opportunities for Thoroughbreds beyond their racing careers.

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About Sarah

I'm Sarah Gairdner, an event rider and coach based at Danesmoor Eventing, where I train and compete horses, coach riders and develop opportunities for learning and training.

My experience includes competing at leading events across the UK, producing horses through their training and competition careers, and working with riders at different stages of their development.

I'm particularly interested in the relationship between horse and rider, and how good preparation, effective coaching and an understanding of each horse contribute to their long-term development.

Professional Qualifications

Level 4 Coach · BHS Accredited Professional Coach · British Eventing Level 3 Coach · British Showjumping Level 3 Coach · Pony Club Coach · Centre10 Advanced Coach