Our Vision and Values
Our Mission
To be an inspiring sustainable community centred on love and respect for horses, sharing knowledge and training that benefits the wellbeing of both the horse and the people involved.By offering an accessible, safe and professional environment, more people can experience the joy of horses in all equestrian activities enhancing happiness and welfare.
Our Vision
To be a centre of excellence and a welcoming community where horses and people learn, grow, and thrive together.
We envision a place where every interaction, whether in the arena, on the yard, or in our Progressive Strides provision, is guided by empathy, professionalism, and a deep respect for the horse.
Through high-quality coaching, compassionate care, and inclusive education, we aim to nurture confident riders, responsible horse owners, and resilient young people, all within a calm and horse-centred environment.
Our Values
At Thurleigh Equestrian Centre, our values shape every interaction — whether with a horse, a rider, or a young person accessing our Alternative Provision. These principles guide our approach to horsemanship, education, and care, ensuring a respectful, thoughtful, and growth-oriented environment for all.
Horse-Centred Practice
We place the horse at the heart of every decision.
Our horses are our partners, not tools — and their wellbeing, understanding, and comfort
come first. From how we train to how we teach, we prioritise a calm, respectful approach
that honours the horse’s nature and needs. True progress starts when we listen to our
horses and treat them with consistency, empathy, and care.
Compassion-Led Approach
We work from the heart — with empathy, clarity, and encouragement.
Whether supporting a rider’s return to confidence or welcoming a young person into our
Alternative Provision, we lead with kindness. Compassion and clear communication
underpin all our relationships — with humans and animals alike. We believe trust, not
pressure, creates the conditions for real learning and transformation.
Individual Focus
Each individual brings their own goals, experiences, and challenges. Our coaching, care, and
education are tailored to reflect those unique journeys — whether you're an adult rider
refining your skills or a young person building life tools through equine interaction. With a
person-centred ethos, we support growth on every level.
Partneship Through Understanding
We believe that meaningful progress starts with mutual understanding.
At the heart of all we do is the belief that education - whether for horse or human - is most effective when it fosters a true partnership. We work to develop clear communication, trust, and emotional awareness in both our riders and our horses. By building mutual
respect and deepening understanding, we create the conditions for confident, informed learning and lasting connection.