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"Who actually uses these simulators?" Reflecting on a Summer of sport - on the simulators.

8/31/2026

I overheard a conversation between two strangers the other day;
"Who actually uses these simulators?"

I was about to interject and answer them, but I realised the answer would be too long and complicated.

A few days later in the Racewood office, we were reflecting on the Summer and it further reinforced my point;
our customers are really difficult to put into a neat little box. But it's not not a bad thing either!

Here's why:

from Serious training to serious fun

It all started in June when we were introduced to the concept of "Sportainment" and our R&D team was commissioned to create a product for the gaming and leisure industry. We're used to designing sophisticated pieces of training equipment but this time, the objective was purely... for fun.

The brief was; make it robust (to withstand general public day-in-day-out) fun (no technical skill required, just healthy competition) challenging (so people have to put the effort in to win) and eye-catching (so it would attract attention and gather a crowd). See the full spec of our Jockey Challenge game here.

We installed it in an amazing concept venue that hosts families, corporate teams and stag/hen parties for a full day of simulated sport (for most people there, the only time they’ll have the opportunity to try those sports). Why we don’t have more of these here in the UK is beyond me!

... and now to the opposite end of the spectrum.. The next adventure took us to Saumur, and to the IFCE in France, non other than the home to the famous Cadre Noir. The was a real highlight, certainly for Jen. They installed an Eventing Simulator to not only serve as a training tool for their riders, but also as part of therapeutic practises and a variety research projects.

The same design team; completely different end users.

Riders achieving great things

Throughout the summer we have closely followed the successes and challenges of the riders who use the simulators too; first, Blossom, a para-Dressage rider who trains on our Dressage Simulator with BHS-coach Nicky Caden. She competed in her first British Dressage Grade 11 para test and achieved an incredible score of 65%. To put some context around this success story, Blossom has with dystonia – a neurological condition that causes involuntary muscle contractions, which makes her achievements even more remarkable.

At the other end of the adrenaline scale, our simulator studio hosted some high-octane training sessions from legendary ex-jockey Franny Norton (on the Racehorse MK3) who was mentoring TV personality Gemma Owen as she prepared for the Markel Magnolia Cup. It was great seeing all 3 simulators; Eventing, Dressage and Racing in full swing that day. Also - Gemma Owen - what a powerhouse!! And 3rd in her race too. Well done Gemma.

On the topic of achievements – we couldn’t not mention Racewood’s very own product ambassador Ursula Levett, Who this year represented Great Britain at the FEI World Championships in the Female Individual Vaulting Single.

What a summer!

To new businesses and new ideas

Despite the heat-wave, the summer has been a productive one for businesses too.

We watched fast-growing simulator business Equipro go from strength to strength with their franchise concept – installing their 4th simulator (in Bad Bendheim) just last week. Racewood ambassador Sheron of Reitsimulator Munchen also expanded her services by branching out and investing in a Vaulting Simulator to broaden her reach and offer a unique combination of training opportunities for riders.

We also welcomed the following new customers;

The Stables - a therapeutic centre in Missouri.
Chiverton Riding for the Disabled in Devon, UK
Midt-Norge Travforbund Trot Racing club in Norway
Mr Ed's Eventing Centre in Bedforshire, UK
The British Horse Society (but more to come on that later..)

Plus many more!

I don't say this flippantly:

As a family business, seeing people build and develop ventures around the Racewood products, discover applications to the technology that we might not have foreseen, or overcoming physical and mental barriers through training on our simulators, makes us incredibly proud and drives us to keep doing what we do.

Special visitors

We welcomed Fellow of the British Horse Society Andrew Bennie and professional rider Giovanni to our simulator studio for some last minute competition prep! They spent some time under the guidance of Racewood's in-house coach Jen to put Melvin and Daphne (our Eventing and Dressage Simulators) through their paces, and fine tune Giovanni's performance ahead of the Prix St George. Two really, really lovely chaps!

We also welcomed many more riders and prospective customers from all over the world; Istanbul, California, Melbourne and Bristol to name a few.

Some came just to escape the heat and train in an airconditioned room. Who could blame them, the weather has been extreme this summer. We always thought winter was our busiest time of the year, the way things are heading we can see summer being just as crazy too!

So, who actually uses a simulator?

Perhaps the quick answer is - who doesn't? And that's what makes our niche brilliant.

If you're feeling inspired and would like more information about any of our equestrian simulators, please get in touch with our sales team here!

back problems when riding aren't fate - They can be treated. At Orthosport-Eschweiler, dynamic DIERS 3D/4D spine measurement is combined with a Racewood dressage simulator to assess riders while riding.

8/12/2026

The Challenge:
A rider with scoliosis visited specialist sports orthopaedics centre, Orthosport in Aachen Germany, with two persistent problems:
1. Back pain following long periods in sitting trot
2. Noticeable asymmetry when riding
Her horses were always moving better on the left than the right rein. Was this a riding habit or an underlying physical problem - and was it causing her horses to move like this?

Accurately Measuring a Rider in Motion
Othosport Eschweiler are unique, in that they combine a dynamic DIERS 3D/4D spine measuring machine with a Racewood Dressage Simulator. This combination of technology allows them to accurately measure and assess spinal movements WHILST the rider is in movement, more specifically, moving through the different gaits.

They first carried out an orthopaedic examination, supported by diagnostic imagery, followed by functional measurements on the Dressage Simulator or the treadmill. They also used EMG to examine muscular activation too.

The Results
What they found was that during riding, the rider's hip drop to the left was significantly more pronounced than on the right. The EMG also showed different activation patterns in the muscles in the back (the ones responsible for stabilising). This put a picture together of how the rider's scoliosis, pelvic movement and muscle activation interacted in the saddle.

Turning Data into Treatment
The point of the consultation is not just to identify asymmetries, but to come up with a constructive plan to improve the rider's seat. An individual training program was developed, including;

Chiropractic therapy
Functional physiotherapy
Exercises to address the muscular imbalance
Targeted work for a more balance seat position

The simulator then enables riders to work on specific changes, without the worry of the reactions of a live horse.

Professional AND leisure riders can be assessed, and riders may bring their own saddle so that its influence can also be considered during the evaluation.
The result is not a generic set of exercises, but an individual programme based on the rider's own movement patterns. By combining orthopaedic assessment with functional diagnostics, EMG and dynamic 3D/4D measurement during simulated riding, we can investigate how the rider's body actually behaves in the saddle and then devise the plan forward.

Find out more about Orthosport here.

How the Vaulting simulator helped power a breakthrough season

5/19/2026

Winter weather, limited horse training and transport issues could easily have disrupted the season for this vaulting team, but consistent training on the Racewood Vaulting Simulator helped keep strength, confidence and routine in place throughout the winter.

...and the results speak for themselves!
- Squad 1st place
- Multiple individual wins
- International podium finishes
- European Championship qualification scores achieved

“The consistency and quality of training we’ve been able to maintain thanks to the Racewood has played a huge part in all of this.”

What's next?
This summer, the team will also be taking the simulator to Pony Club demos, helping 20–30 new riders at a time safely experience vaulting without overworking the horse - a brilliant way to introduce more people to the sport.
Proud to support both performance and participation in equestrian vaulting.

Find out more about the Vaulting Simulator here.

Can One Simulator Help Make Riding More Accessible for All?

5/13/2026

It can seem unlikely that one simulator could support such a wide range of riders. It’s a question we’re often asked by riding schools and equestrian centres: can the same machine work for young, nervous or disabled riders, while also offering enough precision for experienced competitors working on laterals and transitions?

Why does it matter?
Although the number of riding schools in the UK has declined in recent years, demand for lessons remains strong. That places a growing expectation on riding school ponies, which are expensive to buy, maintain and match appropriately to riders of different abilities.

When a school invests in new training equipment, it needs to be practical, versatile and useful across a broad range of riders and lesson types.

So, how would a simulator help?
A simulator offers a controlled environment for learning and practice. Unlike a real horse, the movement and pace are predictable, allowing coaches to stay beside the rider throughout the session and operate the machine as needed. Emergency stop controls also provide an added layer of reassurance.
For beginners, nervous riders or those returning to riding, this can help build confidence and allow them to focus on balance, position and coordination without additional unpredictability, not to mention just understand the movement and feel of a horse.

But what about experienced riders?
More advanced riders often use simulators differently. Dressage and Eventing models can support repetitive practice of transitions, laterals and rider position, helping riders isolate and work on specific technical areas.
Rather than replacing ridden work, simulators can provide another training tool alongside work with horses particularly for focused repetition, biomechanics and rider awareness. They can go beyond the rider and extend the benefits to coaching too - enabling coaches to learn new ways to teach and recognise weaker areas in their riders - by being closer and being able to focus solely on the rider.

Removing the waiting lists
For riding schools looking to grow sustainably, inclusivity is becoming just as important as capacity. A simulator can help centres support a wider range of riders; complete beginners and nervous adults to disabled riders and those returning to the sport - without placing additional pressure on school horses.
It also creates opportunities to engage riders who may otherwise remain on waiting lists, offering introductory sessions, confidence-building lessons or supplementary training while horse availability is limited. For many centres, that means being able to welcome more people into riding, make better use of coaching time and create additional revenue streams alongside traditional lessons.
Ultimately, it’s not about replacing horses, but about giving riding schools another tool to make riding more accessible, flexible and sustainable for a broader community of riders.

If you're a riding school looking to invest in equipment for your staff and riders, why not book a demo session with a coach at our studio in Cheshire.

"we've had a fantastic start..." Lexi day from the south of england vaulting squad shares their successful start to the season so far

4/27/2026

I just wanted to share an update on our season so far, as we’ve had a fantastic start and it really has been hugely supported by having the Racewood Vaulting Simulator to train on over the winter.

A Shaky Start
With the weather being so poor and our lorry out of action the vaulter's have had very little horse training, so being able to keep consistency, strength and confidence on the Racewood has made such a difference. We genuinely feel very lucky to have had that opportunity, and it’s clearly showing in our results.

Success at the Local Competitions
We started at a local competition with my younger walk vaulters. They also hadn’t had much horse time at all, so we went just for the experience but they came home with squad 1st, plus two individual 1sts, a 2nd, a 3rd and a 4th in some very big classes which was so amazing.
I then went to France with two of my older vaulters, where Janina finished 2nd and Dan 3rdso two podium finishes there was incredible! We’ve just returned from the Scotland CVI, where three of my older vaulters placed 1st, 3rd and 3rd in the CVI, and all three also won their national classes. To have another competition with all podium finishes was unexpected but just brilliant.

European Championships Selection
We’re off to Belgium in May, and then we wait to see if Jess and Janina are selected for the European Championships. They’ve both achieved the required scores and are looking very strong, so we are keeping our fingers crossed they have done enough!

Opportunities to make Vaulting Accessible to others
We have several demos and Pony Club rallies booked in for the summer, and we’re really excited to be able to take the Racewood out with us to share our sport and introduce more people to vaulting.
The consistency and quality of training we’ve been able to maintain thanks to the Racewood Vaulting Simulator has played a huge part in all of this. We really do feel it’s been a key factor in our progress this season.

Thank you so much Lexi - can't wait to see how the team get on!!!

What matters more, todays results or the future of the sport tomorrow?

4/14/2026

Winning captures headlines and trophies make money. But without growth, care and a steady stream of new people discovering and falling in love with the sport, those moments would fade. And longevity doesn’t happen by chance, it's built deliberately, through the way we nurture both performance and participation. So both are key to the longevity of a sport.

Welfare
For sport to truly progress, it must look beyond results alone. Welfare sits at the heart of that responsibility. In equestrian sport especially, success depends not just on human performance, but on the wellbeing of the horses. Understanding how to care, train and support them properly is not optional - it's essential. Equally, athletes must be equipped to look after their own physical and mental performance, building resilience that sustains them over time.

Engagement
Growth also depends on connection. A sport that cannot engage new audiences cannot survive. Inspiring children, welcoming newcomers and making the sport accessible and exciting are just as important as producing elite competitors. Today’s spectators are tomorrow’s participants, supporters and ambassadors.

Our role
Some of our most recent projects and commissions have been more about engagement and promotion, not just performance and technique - and this is really exciting for us. We are really proud to play a role in that bigger picture. Developing a tool that educates riders in horse welfare and while also creating accessible ways for people to connect with the sport - we hope that we are helping to build something that lasts - not just momentary success, but a sustainable, thriving future.

Photo credit: New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing.

What 2 Days at the National Equine show teaches us about engagement, accessibility and equestrian simulators

3/2/2026

Nicky Caden, Emma Stamenkovic and Dan Hill at the National Equine Show

Emma Stamenkovic coaching on the Dressage Simulator at the National Equine Show

We’ve just wrapped up another brilliant two days at the National Equine Show, where our Dressage and Eventing Simulators - proudly sponsored by Zoetis and Polyjumps - were booked solid from start to finish.
Across both days, every available session was taken.
What made it particularly powerful was the breadth of riders stepping onto the simulators. From complete beginners to 5* event athletes, the feedback was strikingly consistent: immersive, technically precise and far more impactful than expected.
And the queues didn't stop.
Engagement Is One Thing — Accessibility Is AnotherYes, the level of interest was exceptional. But what stood out even more was how accessible the experience felt.
Riders of every standard were able to receive elite-level insight in a completely safe and controlled environment. From grassroots participants to high-performance competitors, there’s a clear appetite for objective feedback and measurable progress.
Two Key Reflections for Equestrian Businesses Considering Simulator IntegrationFor coaches, training centres, retailers or commercial venues exploring simulators as part of their offering, here’s what we observed:
1. Rider Expectations Have ShiftedSimulator-based coaching is no longer seen as experimental or niche. It’s becoming part of the standard expectation.
Many riders came specifically looking for us. They weren’t curious about whether the technology “worked” - they assumed it would. What they wanted was a meaningful, high-quality coaching session.
That mindset shift is significant.
2. The Question Isn’t “Is There Demand?”Demand is established. We now operate a booking system at events simply to manage capacity. The simulator area drew a continuous crowd, spectators stayed to watch full sessions, and riders returned later with friends.
The more relevant question may now be:
Do we have the infrastructure to meet the demand?

We’re incredibly proud to be developing a tool that supports coaches and riders while also helping to widen participation, improve accessibility and contribute to the long-term sustainability of the sport, safely, professionally, and in an engaging way.
A huge thank you to Dan, our Install Manager, to coaches Nicky and Emma, to the National Equine Show for hosting us, and of course to Polyjumps and Zoetis for their sponsorship.

In Focus, the vision impairment and complex needs charity celebrate 10 years with their horse simulator winston

1/30/2026

Since his arrival in 2015, Winston the Racewood Simulator has been helping young people with disabilities to enjoy the emotional, therapeutic and physical benefits of horse riding in a safe and fun way. Find out more about the In Focus group here. Happy 10th Birthday Winston!

What Should Rider Weight Look Like on Saddle Sensors?

12/3/2025

Guest post by Jen Symms (Pegasus Physiotherapy)

feedback on the rider's weight distribution in the saddle

fitting the saddle on top of the sensors to capture data on the rider's position in the saddle

Sometimes the best insights come from the people who use our simulators every day. Hearing real-world perspectives helps us see to uncover new ideas too. Jen's guest blog brings exactly that: an outside viewpoint that adds depth, honesty and a unique take on our software - in particular, she talks about how our saddle sensors capture data on the rider's position in the saddle - and what this should or should not look like.

Saddle sensors, as seen on the Racewood interactive simulators, are a brilliant way of making the invisible visible. They show how a rider’s weight moves across the saddle (and more importantly on the horse’s back), giving us objective data about seat, symmetry, and balance. But it’s important to remember that there are two parts to the picture:

Static balance – where the red dot sits when the rider is at rest. Is it central? Is it aligned with the 12–6 line? This gives us an initial idea of symmetry and posture.
Dynamic balance – what the rider does when the horse moves. This is far more important. Do they follow the gait rhythm? Is their weight equal left to right? Or are they achieving “balance” asymmetrically through gripping, twisting, or dropping one side?

You can have a perfect, smooth curve on the screen, but when you actually watch the rider, you may see they are making many micro-adjustments to create that pattern. More experienced riders understand that they need to move with the horse and will use subtle shifts and strategies to keep equal weight on both seat bones. That’s why sensor data should always be combined with observation: the trace shows what, but only watching the rider reveals how.

Static vs. dynamic balance
The red dot (a feature of the software that shows the rider's position in the saddle) at halt is more useful than many riders and coaches realise. A stationary red dot shows whether the rider is sitting centrally, but it also reveals how well they can stabilise the pelvis while isolating other body parts.

- Can they apply a leg aid without tipping forward or shifting to one side?
- Can they rotate or adjust the pelvis without the dot drifting?
- Can they sit with and without reins while keeping the dot in the same position?

If a rider cannot control the red dot when static, they will almost certainly struggle once the pelvis also has to move dynamically with the horse. At halt, the red dot is especially valuable for helping a rider understand how their pelvic movements affect the horse’s back and balance. It allows us to quantify how well they can tilt forward/back, side to side, or rotate symmetrically.

This is particularly important on simulators, where riders often struggle to “ride” the mechanical horse in the same way they would a real one. The simulator requires precise aids- pressing the correct sensor “buttons” or shifting weight just enough- to trigger a leg yield, for example. On a real horse, the rider might get away with less accuracy because the horse interprets their intent. The simulator is not so forgiving; it demands precision. That makes it an excellent tool for testing whether riders can stabilise and isolate movements before adding motion.
Once the horse (or simulator) moves, the question becomes: can the rider still keep balance equal while following the gait? Or does their red dot creep forward, sideways, or jaggedly as the horse moves and they start to add in aids?

Rider movement is necessary to look still
Each gait has its own unique pattern of weight shift, and skilled riders adapt their pelvis to match.
Walk
At walk, the horse’s back and ribcage roll side to side, while the hindlimbs also push the rider’s pelvis gently forward. On sensors, this creates a lateral left–right pattern, with a forward–back element that produces the classic figure of 8 or infinity sign. On simulators, where propulsion is absent, the side-to-side is exaggerated.
Trot
At trot, because diagonals strike together, there is less side-to-side roll. The trace is smaller but still rhythmical. Rising trot produces clear unloading and reloading phases; sitting trot shows steadier oscillations. Sensors are particularly useful here to show how well the rider reloads the saddle in the sitting phase rather than “hovering” or slamming back down.
Canter
In canter, weight stays more central, matching the rolling three-beat rhythm. But the pelvis still needs to follow each hindlimb’s thrust. If a rider struggles more on one rein than the other, canter on the simulator often highlights the biggest asymmetries, with the red dot drifting most noticeably.
Research shows experienced riders often control this forward movement of the horse in all gaits with a slight backward tilt of the pelvis, while novices tend to be pushed into a forward tilt- so assessing the vertical movement of the red dot can also be really helpful in assessing forward and back movement in different gaits.

Light seat and rising trot
Saddle sensors also give valuable insights outside of sitting work.
Light seat: Here, the rider deliberately takes weight off the back of the saddle into the stirrups. The red dot should move closer to the stirrup bars - this is correct. But if the rider is unbalanced, the dot often creeps too far forward. This helps coaches assess whether the rider is tipping forward, bracing in the stirrups, or struggling to stabilise through the core. Used with mirrors, this feedback can build a more secure light seat.
Rising trot: The trace shows whether the rider reloads the saddle smoothly in the sitting phase. Skilled riders lower with control, producing a consistent, even pressure peak. Novices often hover above the saddle or drop heavily back in, which shows clearly on the trace.

Why a still red dot is not the goal
If the red dot hardly moves, it usually means the rider is gripping or bracing to “stay still.” This creates stiffness in the rider and blocks the horse’s back. Research confirms that elite riders show smooth, rhythmical pressure changes that match the gait, while novices produce jagged, erratic, or overly flat traces.
The goal is not to freeze the pelvis, but to develop dynamic balance: equal weight left and right, stride by stride.

What the red dot can (and can’t) tell us
Saddle sensors provide data, but they don’t tell the whole story.
A smooth curve may suggest good following, but might mask excessive micro-adjustments.
A jagged line or uneven peaks point to asymmetry, stiffness, or lack of control.
A consistently off-centre dot may indicate crookedness, mobility restriction, or saddle fit issues.
Front–back placement varies with build and saddle, but ideally should remain close to the middle or the 12–6 line. Too far forward = ahead of the horse’s centre of gravity; too far back = loading a weaker region of the spine.
Where the red dot sits vertically will depend on the saddle design, the rider’s body weight and proportions, and how weight is distributed in the saddle. So if the dot is not perfectly in the bullseye, that is not necessarily wrong- the key is that the rider is sitting centrally and in good alignment.
This is why the rider must always be observed alongside the trace. The sensors show what is happening, but the coach determines why.

Novice vs. expert riders
Studies on both horses and simulators show clear differences between novice and expert riders:
Novices often aim for stillness, resulting in stiffness, blocking, or jagged pressure patterns. Some try to pre-empt the horse’s movement rather than following it.
Experts accept movement and adapt stride by stride, producing smooth, symmetrical traces.
Simulator studies show that experienced riders display more refined trunk–pelvis coordination strategies, while novices rely on unstable or stiff movement patterns.

Auto-training and progress tracking
One of the great benefits of saddle sensors is their role in the software's auto-training program. Riders can use them to track progress over time:
Is the red dot more centred after weeks of practice?
Are left–right oscillations becoming more equal?
Is rising trot seat loading more controlled?
Is light seat balance more consistent without creeping forward?
This allows riders to train with feedback between lessons. The key is interpretation: the data is a guide, but the coach helps make sense of it and links it back to rider biomechanics etc.

Why this matters
If a rider cannot follow the horse’s basic movement at walk and trot, they will struggle to apply deliberate, precise weight aids in more advanced work. Saddle sensors provide clear, objective feedback to highlight these fundamentals, helping both rider and coach understand what is really happening.
The message is simple: don’t chase a motionless red dot. Use the data to build awareness, refine coordination, and track progress. True harmony looks like fluid, symmetrical, gait-matched movement- not stillness. Pegasus Physiotherapy.

References
Byström, A., et al. (2009). Kinematics of saddle and rider in collected and extended trot. Equine Veterinary Journal.
Byström, A., et al. (2015). Influence of rider on horse locomotion. Acta Veterinaria Scandinavica.
Byström, A., et al. (2019). Horse–rider interaction in passage. Comparative Exercise Physiology.
Clark, A., et al. (2022). Experienced vs. novice riders on a riding simulator: trunk kinematics and saddle forces in rising trot. Comparative Exercise Physiology.
De Cocq, P., et al. (2009). Vertical forces on the horse’s back in sitting and rising trot. Equine Veterinary Journal.
Lagarde, J., et al. (2005). Coordination dynamics of the horse–rider system. Journal of Motor Behavior.
MacKechnie-Guire, R. (Centaur Biomechanics). Research on rider asymmetry, saddle pressure, and horse locomotion.
Peham, C., et al. (2010). Forces acting on the horse’s back and rider seat in different trot positions. Equine Veterinary Journal.
Uldahl, M., et al. (2021). Off-horse pelvic mobility relates to riding harmony. Journal of Equine Veterinary Science.
Wilkins, R., et al. (2020). Static pelvic posture vs. dynamic pelvic tilt in riding simulators. Journal of Equine Veterinary Science.
Wilkins, R., et al. (2022). Trunk–pelvis movement strategies on a riding simulator. Comparative Exercise Physiology.

How rider-Physio Jen Symms of Pegasus Physiotherapy is Using Our Simulator to Transform Rehab, Confidence and Performance in her riders.

11/24/2025

Rehabilitation isn’t just about healing the body, it’s about rebuilding confidence, overcoming mental barriers and giving riders the feedback they need to return to the saddle stronger than before. Some physiotherapists are turning to our simulators as a powerful addition to their toolkit. Our technology is showing what might otherwise have been missed and helping riders feel what they need to feel before stepping back into the arena.

Jen was our guest on our most recent Webinar. She talked us through how and why she uses a Racewood Simulator for rider assessments and consultations.

"I rarely see riders on horses initially anymore. The simulator gives me the objective data I need from the sensors - not just what I think I see."
Traditionally, physios rely on observation and manual testing. Valuable, but possibly subjective. Our simulators change this by offering real-time data. Physiotherapists can:

Track movement quality and consistency
Spot compensations that riders and coaches might not pick up at first
See how fatigue impacts form
Measure progress across sessions
Compare pre- and post-injury outputs

This level of insight allows Jen to make more confident decisions, adjust programming faster and giving her riders visual proof of their progress - something that can significantly impact motivation and trust in the process.

"Sometimes it starts in the mind"
Even when the body is capable, the mind can hold an rider back. For riders recovering from injury, small wins aren't "small" at all. They're what keep you moving forward.

When you see a pathway to improvement, rather than simply feeling disheartened by not being able to do something it has a profound phycological impact; a huge part of getting back into the saddle. Inside the simulator, physios can create scenarios that:

Replicate specific situations
Challenge problem movements
Create controlled exposure to feared actions
Build confidence step by step

Because the simulator is safe, predictable and adaptable, riders can attempt movements they might avoid on a real horse. When they succeed, the mental barriers begin to fall away.

"Horse Riding is unlike any other sport"
Most people are expected to just get on without learning balance, posture or coordination first.

By focusing on controlled, foundational work first, apart from removing strain form the horse, I can -
Improve long-term outcomes
Make the return-to-saddle phase faster and safer
Reduce fear and hesitation
Give riders objective proof they’re ready
The basics aren’t just the first step, they are the step that determines the success of every stage that comes after.

Our simulators are empowering rider-physios. By combining clinical expertise with precise data, immersive environments and controlled progression, physios like Jen can deliver more effective, holistic rehab experiences.
At every stage, from early movement, confidence building, mental resilience, accountability and return-to-the-saddle, the Racewood Simulators are helping riders get back to sport safer, stronger and sooner.

Why not check out what Jen offers here and find out about pricing and lead times for our different models here.

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