07/08/2026
Over the last 12 months, since becoming a BHS-qualified freelance coach and running an approved yard and riding school, I've had countless people who haven't paid for lessons, livery services, freelance coaching, my time, or the advice I've freely given.
I've always tried to help where I can. Whether that's travelling as a freelance coach, answering late-night messages, responding to "Can I just ask a favour?", offering discounted livery, giving free or reduced-price lessons, or spending hours supporting people, I've done it because I genuinely care about helping both horses and their owners.
Unfortunately, I've reached the point where I can no longer allow my time, expertise and generosity to be taken for granted.
With immediate effect, all lessons, freelance coaching and services must be paid for in advance at the time of booking.
It's disappointing that some people are happy to accept free help, advice, lessons, fuel, time and support, but once they no longer need it - or decide to go elsewhere - they rarely offer to settle what they still owe or acknowledge the value of what they've received.
As always, it's the actions of a small minority that lead to changes affecting everyone else.
Going forward, if payment has not been received 48 hours before any booked lesson, freelance coaching session or service, your booking will be cancelled automatically without further reminder or communication.
Thank you to the many clients who value my time, pay promptly, and continue to support both myself and Hundleby. Your loyalty and respect never go unnoticed.
Payments for all lessons to go through EC Pro please.
Thank you all x
