Nell Candelaria (née Cruse) has been riding and working with horses for over 40 years. Based in South Devon, UK, she has studied horse behaviour extensively and offers a unique blend of traditional knowledge and practical horsemanship.

Nell’s teaching philosophy centres around putting the horse first through making sure both horse and human understand what they are doing and why. Through this process, building and keeping confidence is at the heart of communication. Nell uses a combination of practices including simple techniques to manage mind and body as well as training methods that make sense to both horse and human.

Experience and Qualifications

•  12 years coaching equine behaviour, rider confidence and demystifying riding
•  Diploma in Equine Psychology
•  Five years as an instructor for a major natural horsemanship organisation
•  BHS Complete Coach in Horsemanship since 2017
•  Competition experience in dressage, show jumping, eventing, showing and polocrosse