Training RoR Midlands - Sophie Lai Dressage Clinic

Coaching at this great centre is Sophie Lai, a BHS freelance coach who is well accustomed to working with former rachorses. At this clinic she is offering three sessions for RoR members, each will last an hour and be in groups of three, during which riders will work with their horses on the flat towards getting better results in the dresage arena if they are competing at the moment. If you haven't yet gone between the dressage boards with your former racehorse, this clinic will still work for you. Sophie is skilled at working with our RoR horses whatever level they are currently at, so she can work at the level that is right for you and your horse, whether you are working towards Intro and haven't cantered yet, or are working at a higher level.

Sophie Lai Bio

I am a freelance coach, trainer and rider based in Cheshire. I run my own riding club (Cheshire Riding Club) which has just been established this year. I have competed at the national show jumping circuit in Ireland for most of my career. I went on to become a retraining rider/trainer for The Hong Kong Jockey Club for a few years. I’ve trained horses straight from the race track to become ridden horses that have excelled in Dressage, Show Jumping and Eventing.

I am very passionate in using my skills, knowledge and experience in educating horses and giving them a different career. I truly believe that patience, planning and support is key to retraining racehorses.

I have gained a vast amount of experience and skills as a retraining rider and would love to share and spread my expertise to others and support others in achieving their goals.