Training with JP

JP has been teaching for many years. From 1978 – 1998 he was based at the South Leicestershire Riding Establishment where he taught all levels of riders both in the riding school and on their own horses. In 1991 at the age of 18 he gained his BHSII qualification and he is also a British Eventing Accredited Trainer, regularly holding clinics for the Event Horse Owners Association (EHOA).

JP offers private instruction on jumping and flatwork, and holds clinics both at his yard on the Rolleston Estate and at clients' premises. To organise a clinic or find out current dates, see here.

For the Rider…

His relaxed, friendly and patient approach to teaching encourages JP's pupils to enjoy sessions whilst maximising their learning potential and increasing self belief. Clients often find themselves achieving much more than they ever thought possible with their new found confidence.

By always focussing on self belief, the subsequent communication to the horse is one of confidence leading to a more effective horse/rider combination. Training with JP makes you feel part of a winning team. Being a real perfectionist he will not only increase your success but make you look stylish too!! Over the years JP has achieved excellent results from both horse and rider, some examples of past pupils' achievements are below:

Emilie Chandler
A full time event rider, Emilie is currently competing a number of horses from Pre Novice to CCI***. Her successes include 23rd at first Badminton in 2003 riding Bridgestone, completed Burghley 2003, 2nd U25 Championships Bramham 2002, 1st at Windsor 3DE 1999 & Junior National Champion, Individual Silver medallist Junior Europeans 1998,
Team Gold Medallist Junior Europeans 1998.

Fiona Davidson
Following a successful season based with JP, Fiona set up a yard on her own, and is currently competing at Advanced and CCI***. Previous highlights include winning a Silver Medal at the World Student Rider Championships in 2005 and representing Great Britain at Young Rider Europeans 2004

JP has a quiet and methodical approach to his horses’ education. He has successfully produced many horses from Pre Novice to Advanced level as well as preparing youngsters for BYEH classes.

With the right combination of time, patience and correct training, JP produces well rounded “straightforward” horses that anyone can ride and enjoy.  With JP, whether training or competing, the horse always comes first and he realises that there is no set timetable as they all mature and work at their own pace. Variety is essential in every horse's training program, keeping them relaxed and happy in their work.

After ensuring that the basic education of the horse is well established JP will go on to ask more difficult questions starting small and gradually progressing. Through regular show jumping and dressage shows as well as cross country schooling a true event horse is produced.

Each horse will have his capabilities carefully assessed and monitored prior to being pushed for the results ultimately desired. For this reason, amongst others, JP has been able to continue competing individual horses for several seasons, maintaining great partnerships. JP has produced many great eventers, some going on to Olympic success, others providing riders at lower levels with huge fun and lots of rosettes!

Some of the stars…