Horse mirror
Coaching for horse riders
Do you recognize this?
You ride your horse regularly. Some days everything is going fine and relaxed, but other times it just doesn’t work out. Either your horse doesn’t do what you ask for, or it is very tense and sees ghosts everywhere. From an early age, I loved being with ponies and horses – and made exactly these experiences. And the harder I tried to do it right when things weren’t going well, the more difficult it became.
It was only in 2022, when I had a burnout in overdrive and started to look at myself, that I realized how my Friesian horse, Ype, was mirroring my own (excessive) tension and other emotions. The more I was able to reduce my tension, the more relaxed moments we experienced together. That insight opened up a world of inspiration and exploration, which I am happy to dedicate to riders like you.
Way of working
Coaching is a supported process. As a coach, I support your own process, am your guide and fellow traveler, but you determine the route. I’m open and genuinely curious about you as a person and your story. I believe you’re perfectly fine just the way you are, no matter how much you may be struggling with what you might need help for. Everything you think, feel, and do is welcome. Together we’ll explore what influences you while riding and uncover the underlying patterns behind it. We’ll take a close look at the communication between you and your horse, with the aim of enabling you to see yourself through your horse. When you are able to find balance within yourself, you can also find balance with your horse.
As a qualified professional coach, I use a variety of methods, such as Voice Dialogue, ACT, Focusing, and Motivational Interviewing. But I have learned that strictly following certain methods or approaches can often be counterproductive. Instead, we focus on what you truly need in that moment. I am always present as my real self, as a human, genuine and open, and I respond from that place, drawing on all my experiences and intuition. My main motivation, as a human and as a coach, is creating connection. I’m patient and take the time that is needed, while always keeping the goal in mind.
‘Isn’t it odd. We can only see our outsides,
but nearly everything happens on the inside’, said the boy.
Practical Information
The search for the ‘right’ coach is always complicated. You can check education, diplomas, certificates, and experience, but the choice remains a personal matter. Is there a ‘click’ between you and me? That’s why a short introduction in person, by phone, or by video call is always free.
We begin the process with an intake of about one hour, where we’ll explore your topics and the situation with your horse in detail, as well as address any related questions you may have. Then we’ll also agree on the number of sessions and the time frame. The sessions take place at the location where your horse is, in familiar surroundings. I’m usually taking around 1,5 hours for each session. This allows us to go on your journey at an easy pace, without rush. Please note: I do not give riding lessons. The aim is to enable you to see yourself and get to know yourself better, with the help of your horse.
My coaching room is located in Zuidbroek, about halfway between Groningen and the German border. The location is easy to reach from all directions. I also offer walk-and-talk coaching, which I find to be a great alternative, as this usually allows your thoughts to flow more freely. We’ll then take a walk together in beautiful surroundings. Online coaching is also possible, of course, if you live further away. We will agree on this individually.
Rates
– Private clients: Intake and sessions EUR 95 per hour, including VAT
– Business clients: Intake and sessions EUR 95 per hour, excluding VAT
– Travel time to location: half hourly rate
– Travel expenses to location: per km
The rate is calculated for the duration of the intake and the sessions. The preparation of each session beforehand as well as my reflection and evaluation of your process afterwards are of course included. I intentionally limit the number of sessions per day so that I can be fully there for you. If, for example, you were the fifth client of the day, I would have little energy left, and that wouldn’t be fair to you. In addition, I invest time in training, networking, and literature research, which enables me to offer you the quality that I believe you deserve. If the rate is beyond your current financial means, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’ll try to find a solution.
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