HI I'M KATY
And I help horses and riders feel calm, confident and back in balance.
Horses have been part of my life for as long as I can remember, and I’ve combined that lifelong passion with a career supporting both horses and riders to feel calm, balanced and confident. These days, you’ll usually find me at the stables with my girls, alongside Toby — the four-legged superstar you’ll spot throughout this site, always ready with a cheeky nuzzle. I’m happiest helping create calm, rebuild confidence and support both people and ponies in feeling their absolute best.
HOW IT ALL STARTED...
Like many horse-mad children, I begged my parents for a pony every Christmas, every birthday, and probably every Tuesday too. My big sister and I even put a pony on our list for Father Christmas one year – more in hope than expectation.
But then, in a Christmas miracle straight out of a pony-mad fairytale, Santa actually delivered. There, on Christmas morning, stood Crystabel: a fiery little grey who trotted straight into our hearts (and into the garden). She was sassy, spirited, and everything we’d ever dreamed of. From that moment on, horses became my life.
I did have a break in my late 20s when my floristry business was in full bloom and time with horses was harder to come by. Life then swept me up into marriage and motherhood, and my focus turned to my two lovely daughters.
Now, I’m back in the saddle – quite literally – this time sharing the adventure with my girls. Horses are once again at the centre of our family life, with Toby leading the way and reminding us daily why this passion never really leaves you.
FUN FACTS
FUN FACTS FUN FUN FACTS
FUN FACTS
FUN FACTS FUN FUN FACTS
I decided I wanted a pony after watching the 1944 film National Velvet in which Elizabeth Taylor wins a horse in a raffle. I used to ask Mum if our local shop was holding a raffle in the hope of winning a horse myself!
I didn't know a thing about reiki until my Mum qualified as a practitioner. I hurt my back at work and she fixed it with just one session, that's when I started to believe in it's power.
My dream is to have a horse each for me and my girls and compete at Cross Country with the two of them ( I suspect they will be beat me! )
After taking a long break from riding, I lost my confidence in the saddle. But through learning to train my mind and rebuild my belief in myself, I found my way back to confidence. Now, I’m passionate about helping other riders do the same.
I'd love to get to know you too!
Pop me a message on Instagram @align.and.advance and let me know a fun fact about yourself!
