Ellen Berchner-Nolan
The Equestrian Trainer
Unlocking the Secrets of Movement &
Empowering Equestrian Excellence
Hello and welcome!
I'm Ellen Berchner-Nolan and I believe in empowering both horses and riders through the application of equestrian biomechanics. My approach combines expert analysis of locomotion with tailored training techniques to enhance performance and well-being. Understanding how a horse and rider move not only improves their athletic abilities but also fosters a deeper connection between horse and rider. Join me to explore the profound impact of biomechanics, and discover how my specialised training programs can transform your equestrian journey.
Together, we can unlock the full potential of both horse and rider, ensuring a harmonious partnership built on trust and understanding.
Elevate Your Skills with Equestrian Training
Unlock the Powerful Connection Between Horse and Rider
Welcome to The Equestrian Trainer, where passion meets expertise. As a professional trainer, I'm dedicated to helping you achieve harmony and excellence in the equestrian world. Experience top-notch training tailored to your needs. My focus is strongly on correct basics and animal welfare. My German background helps with a clear system and structure.
Why Choose The Equestrian Trainer?
Discover the key features that set me apart and make me the premier destination for equestrian training:
Expert Guidance
Elevate your skills and confidence in riding and discover both your potential and your horse's potential with expert tuition
Tailored Programs
I offer customised training programs to meet the unique needs and goals of every rider, from beginners to advanced.
Train in a non judgemental atmosphere to enhance your learning experience and ensure the well-being of your horse.
Proven Results
Join a community dedicated to success and witness the progress of riders under my guidance.
Accreditations
DBS Checked and Child Safeguarding Qualified
Fully Insured
BHS Accredited Professional Coach
British Dressage Coach/UKCC Level 3
Centre 10 Advanced Coach
Equine Specific First Aid
International Level 2 Coach
Georgette Baker
I began training with Ellen when she moved to Bristol in 2005. At the time, I was riding in the riding club attending rallies without really having a goal. I started lessons with Ellen. During the following 10 years, I competed at Novice eventing, showjumped to Newcomers and competed at BD advanced Medium including riding at the Regionals at that level.
I spent hours on the lunge learning my seat in the true German style.
Ellen then persuaded me to start teaching and Im now a successful coach Myself. None of this would have been achieved without Ellen. Thank you .
Jill Mc Farland
Ellens' lessons are great. They are fun, varied, planned, challenging and encouraging. She always has a lesson plan but is happy to change things around if I have anything specific I want to work on. She is very knowledgable about different approaches to dressage and encourages me to experiment with different techniques to see what works best with my horses. Behind all her teaching is her keenness to ensure the horse is happy in its work, which is helped by a steady flow of polos. 🙂 🙂 🙂
Lucy Saye
I started working with Ellen nearly a year ago, having just purchased a very green cob! Ellen has been a key part of our success from barely being able to turn a circle to starting lateral work, jumping a full course of fences and galloping on the beach! Ellen has a wealth of knowledge, is continually learning and her approach fills both you and the horse with confidence. She doesn’t advocate quick fixes, instead favouring a kind and consistent approach which lays the foundations for a happy equine partnership. I am so grateful for her guidance and I always recommend Ellen when anyone asks for lessons.
Jo Cullen
Ellen is a highly effective instructor, catering for riders at all levels and degrees of confidence. Her lessons focus on specific areas of improvement. They are fun, well thought out and offer an appropriate level of challenge. Ellen's approach is always pragmatic. She always praises achievement and progress, and encourages the rider to state what they are taking away from each session. I highly recommend her.
Doris Schedlitzky
Ellen is an incredibly knowledgeable riding instructor who cares both about horse and rider. I come away from every lesson with Ellen feeling more confident, skilled and motivated. Whatever your goals/focus with riding - Ellen will help you achieve them!
Michael Fisher
Ellen's combination of coaching and holistic human-horsemanship brings tremendous perspective in understanding the individual through connection and collaboration with horses. The type of self discovery and partnership development with your horse is very compelling. Strongly recommend !
Uanna & Theo
Having Ellen as my coach has been one of the best decisions I made for me and my horse, since having our lessons I have noticed a massive improvement in the following •my horse has gained topline and muscles in all the right places •we are ready to be able to have the confidence to compete in dressage at novice level without feeling judged •my confidence has soared •he is happier in his schooling and doing moves we only dreamed off •he is flexible and his overall frame and way of going is so much better and the best he has felt in the 6 yrs I’ve owned him •I love schooling him as I can see and feel the improvements Ellen really understands my way of thinking and adapts her teaching in a way that is fun and easy for me to understand and put in to action, she is a massive confidence giver and also rides him beautifully to demonstrate to me or when I just need her to feel what I’m feeling! Watching her ride and school him is lovely to witness and really inspiring we have had lots of people that know us comment on the difference in us both now which for me means we are doing something right and we want to continue with Ellen
Training
+ Practice
= Success
Booking Options
Choose from below or drop me a message to discuss
Appraisal
Book me to come and do a full appraisal on your current riding skills and technique - a fresh set of eyes on your riding can make a world of difference
Online Lessons
Benefit from an online lesson with The Equestrian Trainer - booking available from a week in advance anywhere in the world
Organise a clinic
Organise a clinic and benefit form a 10% Discount
Why choose Ellen as a coach?
She's highly qualified with over 30 years of experience and continuous professional development
Coming from Germany, she's grown up with a structured approach to training and can simplify the theory behind it all for you. As the Germans specialise in a good seat, it seemed logical to look into biomechanics and become an expert in finding language to describe what is happening in your body when you're riding. She can also help you dealing with your emotions and has a wealth of experience what to do when you've 'lost your nerve'. Being a Centre 10 coach for applied psychology has added more coaching tools.
Booking
Simply drop me a message here with your preferred choice and I will come back to you to confirm
Covering Bristol, North Somerset South Gloucestershire area
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