Jane Armour
British Horse Society Certified Instructor

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Michaela Killer, Event Rider:
 "In my opinion, what makes Jane so unique in her approach is her ability to work with every horse and every rider on their level, As an instructor, what I've learned during my instructor clinics and auditing general clinics with Jane, is how much more clarity there is when you pick one thing that needs to be addressed and follow through with it during the lesson, deviating only to introduce exercises that can support the message you are sending.  Rather like a piece of music - you can have the theme running through the piece, you can do variations on the theme, but its best not to through every theme you've ever known into the piece - what a cacophony...  way too confusing.   Jane has mastered this skill of succinctness in her teaching which I aim to emulate. She customizes each and every lesson on
the task at hand and has the gift to clearly communicate. Throughout our lessons Jane's respect and genuine affection for the horse always shines through."

Jane Little-Bear, Barn Owner:


 "You are sympathetic in your understanding of the rider's feelings in the present and the goals they have for the future. You are extremely effective and able to clearly work towards harmony with the horse."

Susan Sherman, Oregon

I have very much enjoyed the clinic lessons that I have had with Jane. She has helped me ride more upright which in turn has benefited Magic by improving his balance and way of going.

 

 
Paddy Nixon, Dressage Rider:

"What do I get from Jane's lessons?
I try to absorb information and direction from Jane's clinics, so I can develop the confidence to improve my riding at home on my own.

What do I like about the clinics?
Jane's calm and relaxed way of teaching helps me relax and enjoy learning all I can.

What makes Jane's lessons valuable to me?
Jane's lessons help build my confidence and give me a solid foundation which I need to improve my riding and my horse." 

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Helen Isherwood, Trainer:
 "Jane actually wants me to get better. She has taken the time to explain the principles of teaching in a way that has improved both my riding and teaching skills. Thank you."

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Dr. Saida Baxt, Dressage Rider:
 "Jane is able to evaluate the horse, it's impact on the rider and the rider's impact on the horse."

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Jo-Ann Fazio, Dressage Rider:
 "Since riding with Jane, I have gotten a whole new perspective of riding. One that makes sense. I am finally understanding that "less is more." Having your horse understand what you are conveying to him needn't be asked over and over, but needs to be asked quietly and subtlety so that he has a chance to "get" what you're asking.
I am also learning to feel my horse moving and learning to move with him and in by doing so we are developing a strong willing horse and hopefully a strong willing bond between rider and horse. I could write a book on Jane's attitude while teaching. It is her calm manner most of all that keeps our frustrations low, knowing that if we take things one at a time and learn them well, we can do nothing but become better riders and also have strong confident horses.
I look forward to all my lessons with Jane. I have yet to have a lesson where I didn't come away without learning or "getting" something. It could be a major "get" or a very small one, but something always sticks.

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Lindsey Reed, Dressage Rider:
"I am working with a young trakehner mare. She was lightly started before I brought her for lessons with Jane, and I couldn't be happier about the way Jane is working with me to begin her dressage training. Jane listens carefully to what each horse is telling her, and each lesson reflects exactly what she hears each day. Jane is no cookie-cutter instructor, but a sensitive, knowledgeable trainer whose lessons are based on the classical methods that always pay off in the long run. I am so glad to have found someone who above all respects each individual horse and brings out the best in each one, whether schoolmaster or schoolmaster-to-be. I am confident that with Jane's help, this young horse of my dreams will one day be my dream come true."

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Kathy Flynn, Dressage Rider

"Although I've had Monday for several years, I had never been able to develop that connection and bond of trust with him that I craved.  Jane was able to not only understand Monday but, over the past two years, has been able to guide me through transforming him from a reactive, insecure horse into one that has the confidence to really try.  Her methods are correct and methodical, her sympathy and understanding of the horse are amazing, and I've found her clinics to be the most fulfilling in my forty years of riding.  Thank you, Jane, for the amazing progress."

 

 

 

 
Jane Armour (c) 2007