COACHES & INSTRUCTORS
At Lagoballo, we love to help people find amazing coaches and instructors that aligns to their goals, learning styles and horses alike. This page contains backgrounds (and links to websites) of all the coaches and instructors we are fortunate to have providing their services, skills and knowledge to us all.
They have regular lessons or clinic days so take a look and then check out the Book Now or Clinics pages to book in your sessions.
Laura (Loz) Ushay
Owner of Lagoballo.
"I believe that horse riding is more than lessons—it’s about confidence, connection, and partnership. I combine biomechanics, horsemanship, and academic training with a fun, supportive approach tailored to your goals. You’ll learn the “why” behind every movement, ride with clarity, and build a bond that lasts. With safety, welfare, and flexible options at the core, plus an online student portal for ongoing support, I offer a riding experience that’s empowering, practical, and outrageously fun."
Lauren Woodbridge
"I focus on creating harmony between horse and rider through clear communication, trust, and understanding. My methods blend groundwork, liberty, and ridden work to build confidence and connection, prioritising the horse’s mental and physical well-being. I emphasize softness, responsiveness, and mutual respect, helping riders develop skills that foster a true partnership rather than force or fear."
Ann Montgomery
"I offer an intuitive, holistic approach to horse and rider training that blends emotional awareness, problem-solving, and biomechanics expertise. Through hands-on coaching, mental focus, and heightened observation skills, I help riders develop lightness, balance, and clear communication with their horses. My lessons—both ridden and in-hand—improve posture, movement, and trust, creating a partnership built on understanding and harmony while enhancing performance and well-being for both horse and rider."
Shelly Forceville
"I focus on mindful horsemanship, emphasizing small, intentional changes that create big improvements in communication and trust between horse and rider. I help riders develop awareness of their body position, timing, and energy, while addressing fear and building confidence through patience and clarity. My approach blends practical problem-solving with a deep understanding of horse behavior, aiming for calm, responsive partnerships grounded in mutual respect."
Ben Netterfield
"I combine mindset coaching with advanced riding instruction to help riders overcome fear, anxiety, and self-doubt while improving performance. Drawing on my experience as an EA Level 3 Showjumping Coach Educator and leadership coach, I use a holistic mind-body approach, integrating Acceptance and Commitment Therapy principles to build confidence, resilience, and problem-solving skills. My programs support intermediate to experienced riders—whether competitive or leisure—through private lessons, clinics, and online coaching, fostering mental clarity and technical excellence for lasting success."
Kaila Simms
"I focus on building trust and clear communication between horse and rider through a calm, patient, and horse-centered approach. My coaching emphasizes understanding the horse’s perspective, developing softness and responsiveness, and creating a partnership based on mutual respect. I blend groundwork and ridden work to improve confidence, connection, and overall harmony, helping riders achieve their goals without force or fear."
