Joanna Lowes, the organiser at Coetir Bach Farm in Llanelli, would like to share some exciting opportunities with the sports community. Joanna, a seasoned horse trainer and rider, has spent over five years working with the renowned Monty Roberts on international tours and events, making her expertise highly valuable.
At Coetir Bach Farm, Joanna provides a variety of services for horse owners and enthusiasts. Whether you need help with remedial issues, general training advice, or want to learn more about horse communication and behaviour, Joanna is there to assist. She prioritises building trust and taking incremental steps in training, avoiding pain or force to create a strong bond between horse and trainer.
One of the key methods Joanna uses is Join-Up, a technique made famous by Monty Roberts. This method encourages the horse to willingly choose to be with the trainer, finding reward in making the right decisions. Joanna firmly believes that violence and force are unnecessary in horse training and handling.
Joanna specialises in starting young horses, regardless of their breed or temperament. She takes a logical and progressive approach, considering each horse’s specific needs. Additionally, she offers long lining, which is essential in the starting process and also serves as an excellent exercise method.
If you have a non-loading horse, Joanna can help. Using the correct equipment, groundwork, and timely cues and rewards, she addresses loading issues effectively, without the need for whips or excessive force.
Good groundwork is crucial at Coetir Bach Farm. Joanna teaches skills such as backing up and moving sideways, ensuring your horse doesn't pull or barge and stands still when required.
Mounting issues are another area Joanna addresses with passion. She trains horses to stand still when being mounted, even teaching them to move sideways for ease of mounting, which is crucial for safety.
With extensive experience in various disciplines, Joanna offers ridden schooling for horses at all stages of training, from just backed to high-standard flatwork and show jumping. She also competes clients' horses when her schedule allows, introducing them to competition environments or competing at higher levels on their behalf.
For riders of all ages and abilities, Joanna, a BHSAI accredited instructor, offers riding lessons. She focuses on efficient communication through soft aids, helping both horse and rider to progress smoothly, whether for general improvement or competition goals.
If you’re looking for assistance with your horse or want to learn more about horse training, communication, and behaviour, Joanna Lowes is ready to help at Coetir Bach Farm. She is passionate about helping both horses and their owners establish a harmonious partnership based on trust and understanding.