Simon Battram started riding as a Child in the New Forest, Hampshire.  Since those days, he has spent time training in the UK and Germany.  His training, either ridden or through teaching aims to take what nature has given the horse, and through a systemic and gymnastic training programme based on balance, straightness and progressive development of both the mental and physical aspects, he enhances the way of going in turn prolonging the working life of the horse.  

Simon's ethos develops the horse to go as much for himself as for the rider, not to shut down his thought process but to open it up.  Through his teaching methods, he encourages riders to assess more of what is going on, not to simply barrage the horse with aids in the hope that some may work.  When the rider understands the cause and effect of their position, their aids and their riding attitude, they bring to the arena a whole new dimension and with this, the quality of the work they can produce really does leap forward.  

Simon specialises in the art of working horses in hand, using his skill to help horses at all levels and ages, whether just starting out on their Dressage career or working with horses competing at higher levels.  He also works with horses that have behavioural problems relating to trauma through bad handling and misunderstandings, helping both horse and rider build a greater understanding of each other and build a better communication between them.

Individual lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the indoor arena at Suffolk Rural (Otley College).  

Entries in advance only. You can book using our Secure Online Entry System.
Payment is secure and it goes directly to OEM.
You will receive an email confirmation of your booking and payment.

We do not accept refunds for training clinics, although bookings can be transferred given 72 hours notice prior to the training clinic date

1. By completing an booking, either online, in writing by post or over the telephone, you agree to the following terms and conditions. All bookings must be accompanied with the appropriate fees, paid either by credit/debit card, cash or cheque (made payable to ‘Optimum Event Management’). 2. We do not accept refunds on training clinics, however bookings can be transferred if 72hrs notice is provided ahead of the clinic date. 3. The organisers reserve the right to refuse any booking without reason, to cancel or alter any clinic as they see fit without giving reason. 4. Optimum Event Management, the organisers, their representatives or helpers do not accept liability for injury, damage or loss suffered by spectators, riders, their horses, grooms, friends, vehicles or property, however caused, and under any circumstances, except proven negligence of the organisers. Claims for negligence against the organisers must be submitted in writing on the day. 5. Correct riding attire must be worn by all riders unless stated otherwise. Current BSI hard hats must be worn and properly secured at all times whilst mounted. 6. The welfare and health of all horses attending any event is paramount. Any horse deemed to be sick or injured in any way will be immediately stopped and the owner shall be asked to remove the horse from the venue. All horses must be no younger than 4 years old. 7. If the organisers cancel an event, an administration fee of £2.50 will be retained on all bookings. It is the riders responsibility to contact the organiser on 07881 802129 to confirm if the event has been cancelled, however status updates will be available from our event listing and the ‘Optimum Event Management’ Facebook page . 8. Lunging is not permitted. 9. Dogs must be kept on leads at all times and remain the responsibility of the owner. If any dog is found loose on the venue grounds unattended, then appropriate action will be taken. Dogs are not permitted into any indoor space. 10. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times. 11. It is the responsibility of all riders to ensure that the grounds of the venue are kept clean and litter put in the bins provided. Any person found to be disobeying these rules will be asked to leave the venue immediately. 12. The organiser reserves the right to ask any person in breach of these terms and conditions, to leave the venue immediately. 13. The organiser reserves the right to amend these terms and conditions should the need arise. 14. Smoking is not permitted whilst mounted.