Co-creator of the Equitation Science podcast; The Other End of The Reins Conversations with Dr Andrew McLean re horse welfare, ethics and positive change.

Senior Lecturer on Masters Equitation Science https://www.hartpury.ac.uk/university/courses/postgraduate/msc-equitation-science/

Equitation science is redefining horse training, and through curiosity, welfare organisations, professional riders, coaches, studs and vets are bing the change our horses need and looking to evidence based knowledge to help horses live a good life.

Offer a range of educational services in Equitation Science: Lectures, clinics, seminars, workshops, practical demonstrations.- 2hr Talks to Pony Clubs, Riding Clubs, welfare organisations, vet students clubs/societies- Delivery of Equitation Science content in modules in both Further and Higher Education- The design of educational curriculum to embed and implement Equitation Science- Continual Professional Development to staff, BHS Instructors and Coaches- Externally Exam (including validations and reviews)- Organise training and assessments for Equitation Science Practitioners - Independently research and evaluate horse training practices - Review Scientific Papers (Journal of Veterinary Behaviour: clinical applications and research)- Equestrian magazine contributions, including "Ask the Expert" feature

The first ever Equitation Welfare Workshop was attended by delegates from Australia, Ireland, Sweden, Canada, Holland, and Italy. A COVID19 pivot from The Happy Athlete conference due to run at Reaseheath College, meant technology starred in the pirouette of 2 workshops to improve sport horse welfare. International behaviour and welfare consultant Dr Andrew McLean, Australia, delivered a presentation on ‘agency and horse sports’. The latest in animal welfare, agency is the degree to which an individual is able to make ‘choices’ about its life. Dr McLean delved into giving horses a sense of agency through access to their natural drives (friends, forage and freedom), predictability & controllability over acquisition of resources (optimism facilitating positive emotions) and their reinforcement history (training system). Delegates were encouraged to understand their roles in giving sport horses a sense of agency, discussing the relativity of the FEI’s ‘happy athlete’. Dr David Marlin shined his horse sport welfare spotlight on the barriers to educating equestrians. From seeking out those who share similar beliefs to the rise of the youtube expert, Dr Marlin challenged delegates to look at collaborating and communicating evidence based knowledge, to optimise horse welfare. “I thoroughly enjoyed hearing from all the different delegates and feel refreshed and re-motivated to keep quietly pushing the change for horses forward. It was lovely to connect with others, who share the same frustrations and barriers as I do – it’s always good to know that you are not alone!” Said Dawn Joyce of the safe space Lisa had cultivated. “What a great format. Fantastic group of likeminded people…” Donna Baker, Australia. “A very thought provoking weekend and as good as any conference I've attended save for physically seeing old friends and meeting new ones in person.” Moi Watson, UK 
“Feel so privilege to be part of this workshop with the most amazing group of people” Chris Brook, UK

I am a masters guest lecturer and dissertation supervisor at University of Edinburgh, delivering the latest in Equitation Science.

Mindset is not an "add on" for the 1%. It's the foundation of ALL successful riders. I deliver a 6 week Horse Training Without Limits programme for equestrians. Go to https://www.equitationscience.co.uk/mindsetcoaching For more information.

I manage the AEBC Equitation Science qualifications of which there are 5 levels with the freedom and flexibility to study online and residentially with a level to suit you if you are a one horse owner professional rider, trainer or coach. For more information visit the AEBC website.

I managed a team of 11 staff (Animals & Equine HE), over 80 students and 2 external examiners to maximise HE learning, facilitating progression and personal development. I designed, developed and delivered teaching and learning packages for degree modules; Equine Behaviour and Training, Equine Handling, Equitation Principles and Practice, Rider Analysis, Rider Performance,Training & Rehabilitation of the Equine Athlete, Advanced Topics in Equine Issues and Employer Engagement for HE Animal and Equine Students. I supervised research for equine Honours projects in hose training psychology, coaching, equitation welfare and equine business management. In 2005, I designed and led the Wolverhampton University validation of three new equine degrees; BSc Equine and Human Sports Performance, BSc Equine Sports Science and Foundation Degree Equine Management whilst in June 2008 I led the dynamic and unique BSc Zoo Animal Management degree through a highly successfull validation.

Part-time sports consultant on projects