Katie joined the college in 2023 and is one of our Equine Lecturers. Her subject specialisms are rider fitness and biomechanics, equitation science, working horses from the ground and coaching.
Before she joined Moulton, she was a technical instructor in the education sector where she would teach students across different practical units, school advanced or difficult horses with a view of developing on the flat and over fences alongside running and caring for the Hydrotherapy centre containing an Aqua treadmill, Cold Spa and Swimming pool where a variety of clients were facilitated including horses from the Kings Troop. She also has previous experience working for international riders as a groom which allowed her to groom for competitions in different countries and gain a wealth of experience in these areas. Katie has since become a British Horse Society (BHS) Accredited Professional Coach and is currently working towards her Stage 5 Performance Ride Exam.
My biggest enjoyment from teaching at the college is the opportunity to implement key industry skills that I wish I was able to learn when I was at the age of our students. Seeing how the students come into their own confidence with their riding, understanding of topics and execution of tasks, I take great joy from.
Outside of work Katie is diligent with her Continuous Professional Development (CPD), stating 'iIt is so important in our line of work to stay up to date with relevant industry changes and expectations as well ask upskilling ourselves to help improve our students.'
Katie has had many highlights whilst working at Moulton but a special highlight for her is when she 'organised a Careers/ CPD day for our students which included appearances, demonstrations and talks from; Sharon Hunt (an Olympic Event Rider and Medallist), Jackie Potts (William Fox-Pitts Groom of 32 Years), Lucy Katan (CEO of the British Grooms Association and logistics coordinator for the Queens funeral and the Tokyo Olympics event) and Lyndsey Richardson (Freelance Coach and Liberty Trainer), alongside representatives from the Royal Agricultural University discussing progression from college courses into university.'
