Horsemanship, liberty, classical dressage and bodywork grounded in attunement and practicality.
Actionable and achievable steps with underlying principles of compassion and understanding.
The safety of being seen, heard and considered creates the foundation for progress.
Hi, I'm Kira
I've been journeying through the worlds of horsemanship, biomechanics, classical dressage, liberty and bodywork in the past decade and am here to support horses and humans on their journey towards a joyful and harmonious connection!
Most of all I'm a life-long student of the horse and passionate about creating spaces where horses and humans can meet and discover the joy of moving and co-creating together.
In the course of my career I have:
- Learned horsemanship and liberty with Will Rogers
- Dived into classical dressage with Rupert Isaacson
- Gotten certified in the Horseboy Method and Takhin Equine Intergration
- Studied different modalities of bodywork and how they support maintenance and rehabilitation.
I am also in the process of completing a coaching education which I chose in order to be able to better support people with the mental and emotional things that can arise out of situations we experience around our horses. This is giving me valuable tools to work with self-doubt, anxiety, difficulties with being present etc.
I draw from all my different learnings and experiences to create individual support for the horse and person in front of me. In my work I keep an awareness of the big picture and help you dissect where we can play with things in order for you to move towards your goals!
Testimonials
"Kira not only has a rare feel for the horse in any context - the young horse, building the dressage horse, troubleshooting behaviours, creating emotional as well as physical well being- she can also communicate this with unusual clarity, compassion and humour- making her human as well as equine clients able to advance with ease.
She also knows the therapeutic side of the horse/human connection better than most.
I never hesitate to send my own clients and horses to Kira - who is also a forever student, constantly adding to her practice, which makes her able to think outside the box, not simply relying on her sound classical foundation.
There aren't many out there like her. If you engage her services, you and your horse will be in the best of hands."
Rupert Isaacson
"Kira is a very experienced horsewoman with a great depth of horsemanship knowledge as well as practical skills. Kira has very good feeling for horses & always tries to do her best for the Horse.”
Will Rogers
"The ponies really enjoyed it and benefited greatly from the work. I learnt a lot about how subtle aids can be, how to read the horses' body language better, coordinate my own body more effectively, the type of horses I have and how to work them more effectively for the stage they are at.
It was such an interesting 2 days, giving a great foundation to work with that we can build on going forwards. Both ponies and humans really enjoyed it. Thank you Kira, you're a wealth of knowledge and superb at educating others. Really looking forward to the next one."
Clare B.
Offers of support
Horsemanship
I teach horsemanship with an awareness of the horse's nervous system and needs. I have a big emphathis on understanding the horse's point of view and communicating clearly and compassionately in order to build trust and a solid foundation for the horse's further career.
Classical dressage
I teach classical dressage mainly in-hand as an exploration of posture, balance and motion for the horses to feel confident and at home in their bodies. This work is great for advancing into dressage without stress and also for rehabilitation purposes.
Healing and coaching
I include non-invasive and simple forms of bodywork in all my sessions, mainly when encountering tension and brace somewhere in the horse's body. Taking a moment to release these areas gives the horse a much improved position to learn from. I also offer bodywork only sessions with a focus on tension release and nervous system resetting.
Services
Workshops
Are you looking for an immersive group experience where you can dive into both the theoy and the practical application of horsemanship, liberty and/or classical in-hand work? I travel for workshops and demos that cater to both active participants and spectators, shoot me a message with your inquiry!
Lessons
Do you need help getting unstuck with your horse? Is there a specific thing you want to improve or are you looking to advance in your training? I offer both in-person and remote lessons, get in touch and let's make a plan!
Consultation
Are you experiencing something with your horse or with yourself that you would like to talk through? Do you need support to figure out what's going on and what your next best step could be? I offer consultation via Zoom, Skype or WhatsApp with a compassionate and grounded approach in order to find actionable solutions. Reach out and let's see how I can help you!
Contact me
Do you have enquiries, would you like to schedule a lesson or organise a workshop with me? Contact me here, I look forward to connecting with you!