Kira Richer Equestrian Coach

Turning into a proper little horse now!

Lucy Thompson

So Brucey boy and I have made our first BD debut together. Feeling somewhat rusty in the ring, having not competed properly for a year and a half now, I was pleased with how it went.

I am still getting to know Bruce, and being a tricky character I am learning all the time as to how to make him happy, and this week has been a particular challenge but we have finished with a positive outcome. Lots to work on in the test, and only one little temper tantrum to deal with, so I'm hopeful we can build a relationship and go and have some fun together.

Thank you to SLR Equine Photography for the image and my mum and sister for their help thus week.

A fun few days training with my best boy Colin!

I always come away from Ingestre with some useful insights and have some homework for Colin and I, getting us ready for the future 💪

Top quote being "you have another year of him being a camel, then you will have a nice horse" 😂 but I couldn't agree more and his little stay away would have added to his training and maturity.

A lovely catch up with Fran Norton as well and her beautiful girly Belle

Here's to more pony training and adventures

Cuddles with my beautiful girl in the sunshine.

Growing up in the sunshine ☀️😍

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My beautiful girls having a cuddle 😍






Lucy Thompson

It's UK Coaching Week, and I've spent the week celebrating the power of coaching in equestrian sport and reflecting on why I love coaching so much.

For me, coaching is about so much more than improving technique. It’s about building confidence, strengthening communication, and helping riders create better partnerships with their horses, with welfare at the heart of it all!

One of the most rewarding parts of my role is seeing riders and horses grow —not just in skill, but in belief in themselves. Success isn’t always about competition results. Sometimes it’s the quiet wins: a breakthrough moment, increased confidence, or simply enjoying the ride more.

I feel incredibly grateful to support riders and horses on their journeys every day.

What’s one piece of coaching advice that has stayed with you? 🐴






Photo courtesy of the wonderful Victoria Adams

My beautiful girls chilling in the field. Can't believe Teleri is nearly a month old already!!