PERFORM AS WELL AT SHOWS AS YOU DO AT HOME,
every time?
HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL GAIN FROM INSIDE THE ACADEMY:
Unshakable confidence in yourself and your abilities
Nerves of steel in the competition arena
Laser-sharp focus when it matters most
The resilience to bounce back after tough rides or disappointing shows
A positive, “can do” mindset that transforms both you and your horse
Feel anxious before you even get in the saddle
Struggle with self-doubt, even though you’ve put in the work
Ride better at home than you do in competition
Beat yourself up when things don’t go to plan
Worry about letting down your horse, your coach, or yourself ....?
Inside the Academy, you’ll discover mental skills used by top athletes and adapted for equestrians of all levels. With support, structure, and strategies, you’ll learn how to:
Master your nerves and ride with calm confidence
Build rituals and routines that set you up for success in competition
Stay focused under pressure (even when everyone’s watching)
Reframe mistakes and bounce back stronger after setbacks
Develop a positive mindset that fuels both you and your horse
Connect more deeply with your horse by being fully present in every ride
Confidence building techniques
Competition-day nerves & rituals
Focus and concentration tools
Resilience and recovery after tough days
Goal setting and motivation
Stress management on and off the horse
Rider-horse connection through mindset
"It’s been a journey of self-discovery… I really look forward to our fortnightly meetings with Linda and the rest of the gang – they are the little carrot which keep me going forward." – Janice
"I am my own worst enemy… but after working through the Academy material, my show last weekend was really great. My horse is more motivated too." – Louise
"I joined hoping to become a braver rider. What I’ve gained is so much more. My coach, staff, and family have noticed the difference. I’ll be forever grateful." – Fiona
"The Academy gave me tools I didn’t know I needed. I ride with more calm and connection than ever before." – Sarah
"Knowing I have support every month keeps me grounded. I love the Toolbox Talks—they’re like a mental reset button!" – Rachel
"I used to feel anxious every competition day. Now, I have rituals that calm me and I actually enjoy competing!" – Emma
Here's what you get:
Access to all guided courses in Academy
Toolbox Talks every Month
Practical Exercises you can use immediately
Monthly Live Coaching and Community Support
Now Just R500/£50 per month
"Best purchase ever!"
Join the Academy NOW for the monthly price of
R500 OR £50
Stay as long as you like and leave anytime—there are no long-term contracts.
— lifestyle and sports performance coach, lifelong rider, and the founder of The Forging Ahead Academy.
With a Diploma in Practitioner Coaching (DIPC), certifications in Enneagram and Process-Oriented Psychology, and years of corporate coaching experience, I help equestrians like you step out of your comfort zone and into new achievements.
But this isn’t just theory. I know what it feels like to struggle with confidence. After years as a competitive endurance athlete and triathlete, I returned to riding only to discover that talent, tack, and training weren’t enough. Anxiety and self-doubt were sabotaging my performance — and my partnership with my horse.
So I applied everything I knew from high-performance coaching to the unique challenges of equestrians. The result? A proven toolkit for riders who want to compete (and ride) with clarity, courage, and joy.
ACHIEVE YOUR RIDING GOALS.
Call +44 78 5989 6127
WhatsApp +27 83 7437203
Email: l [email protected]
Site: www.forgingahead.co.za
www.forgingahead.uk