Jessica Gray

Background:

Pony Club, riding club, training in all disciplines, owning horses, running agistment and know prioritising as a Dressage Coach at Cartmel Rise Equestrian with school horses.

Qualifications:

Working towards level 1 Dressage

Who and/or what inspired you to be a coach?

Coach Lyn Jutilane-Maynard who inspires me every day.

What do you coach?

Dressage.

Do you have any special interests within the Equine coaching/equestrian field?

Young riders and older adults returning to riding after a long break.

What type of equestrian coaching do you offer?

Dressage with lesson horses or your own horse at Cartmel Rise Equestrian, Onkaparinga Hills.

What do you see as the biggest challenge/area of importance in equestrian and coaching?

Access to quality coaching and horses to progress in the discipline of choosing

What positive role/contribution can coaches offer for the future of equestrian sport and the welfare of horses & riders?

Clear goals and progression for the rider and horse.