about Robin
In The Saddle For Life
Horses have been part of my life for as long as I can remember...long before I ever thought about "core strength" or "alignment." I've been the rider trying to sit the trot, the one overthinking everything and the one wondering why my horse had other ideas.
That lifelong experience shapes everything I do. I understand riders because I am one...and know how much better everything feels when your body starts working with you instead of against you.
"I believe in the power pilates has to transform the way your think about riding"
Strong, Balanced & Built To Last
With over 30 years in the fitness industry, I bring a depth of experience that blends science, movement and real-world application. I am a certified Personal Trainer, a comprehensively trained Pilates Teacher for over 20 years and a certified Health Coach...working with clients to build strength, resilience and longevity in their bodies.
Over time, I began to see just how directly this work translated to riding. Especially through Pilates, which develops the kind of balance, control and body awareness that riders need, but so often struggle to find in the saddle alone.
In many ways, this is the groundwork for the rider. Just as we prepare and educate our horses from the ground before we ask them to carry us, we need the same opportunity for ourselves. Off the horse, we can better understand how our bodies move, where we compensate and how to create strength and dynamic stability with intention.
Because the reality is...our bodies influence our horses, just as mush as theirs influence us. When we take the time to train our own movement, we set the stage for clearer use of aids, better communication, greater performance and a more harmonious partnership.
"It's not just cross-training, it's essential training for riders"
Connection
At one point in my own riding, I realized I was missing something important. While working with a very insightful trainer I was taught to slow down and really listen to my horse. I had been doing too much, overriding instead of allowing and not fully recognizing the cues my horse was giving me, both on the ground and in the saddle.
It was a humbling shift. But as I learned to step back, tune in and truly apply what I teach, everything began to change. My riding felt more fluid, my communication improved and my partnership with my horse became stronger than ever.
Connection changes everything. At the heart of it all is connection...between strength and mobility, mind and body and ultimately, rider and horse.
This is fitness that respects the horse. When you move better, your horse can move better too.
And suddenly the aids are clearer, the ride feels smoother and everything starts to click...almost like your horse has been taking Pilates.
"Clarity in your body creates harmony in your ride"
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