Training for you and your horse

Tell me what you and your horse need - and we'll get right to work!

There are countless ways to train with horses, but for me one thing always takes centre stage: the horse itself. My roots are in the classical dressage, but over the years I have learned dat no human and no horse are the same. So why should the approach be?

As a rider, I know what it is like to ride with a disability. To keep pushing boundaries and getting everything out of yourself and your horse. As a coach, I have discovered how powerful it is to combine personal coaching with clear communication, team spirit and the confidence to let riders continue to grow independently.
My disability has never stopped me - just the opposite: it has taught me to persevere, think creatively and get the most out of myself and my students.

For whom.
For everyone!
Whether you are just starting out, riding at a high level, a para-rider, riding a pony or dreaming of a clinic with friends - you are welcome! Not only dressage riders but more and more show jumping and eventing combinations are discovering how much they can benefit from this coaching. Your level, discipline, horse or ambition does not matter - if you want to develop, I will be happy to help you.

Or do you recognise this? You're doing well, but still... things are not going well for a while. You can't quite figure out for yourself where the rub is. And that gnaws at you... That is exactly where I can help you. Together we will unravel the cause and get you back to training with pleasure, confidence and results. 

What are the options?

  • Training at the Dijckhoeve in Lisserbroek: Want to train at my permanent location? You can! Click here and book a lesson directly in my online calendar (NB: only at the Dijckhoeve!)

  • Training at your location: Prefer lessons at your own stables? I also provide on-site training - both within the Netherlands and abroad. Take contact on to discuss the possibilities. 

  • Join fixed training locations around the country: I visit Schuinesloot (OV) very regularly at Roxana Graman Eventing, in Zeist (UT) at Floortje Deckers, in Aalsmeer (NH) on Equisance Stables, at Iris Sijtsma in St Jacobiparochie (FR) and in Bergen op Zoom (NB) at The Pine Ranche. Take contact with me or the relevant stable or organiser for more information. 
  • Online training through Pivo: No transport or far away, but still want lessons? Through Pivo, you train live remotely, simply from the comfort of your own lane. Ideal if you want regular feedback without travelling.

  • Organise an inspiring clinic with your stable mates, association or group of friends. Fully tailored to your goals and level. Together, we will make it an instructive and enjoyable day.

Want to know more or plan something right away?
Let us hear from you via the contact form, then we'll pick a date together.

Hope to see you soon!

I am incredibly grateful that Maarten came our way; he is a top instructor!

- Lisa

As a rider who focuses mainly on show jumping, I knew how important a good foundation is in dressage, but only since lessons with Maarten have I really started to understand what that means.

- Eveline

Maarten made it possible for me to keep believing in dreams and meanwhile I can call myself light tour and international dressage rider.

- Esther

Maarten motivates me with his positive way of teaching. Not too bland but above all very clear with the well-being of the horse always coming first.

- Edith

Maarten has the rare ability to combine a high level of professionalism with an exceptional passion for horses and people.

- Simone

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