About Julia
As a BHSII / Senior Coach and a BDCC (British Dressage Coaching Certificate) Level 2 recognised dressage coach, Julia Cory brings a wealth of experience and passion to her equestrian training services. Julia’s journey with horses began at a young age where she actively participated in all Pony Club activities, particularly dressage and show jumping. Her enthusiasm was sparked for coaching whilst working at a small riding school in Berkshire teaching children and adults from beginner level to more experienced riders. This realisation led her to pursue a career in coaching. To refine her skills, Julia underwent comprehensive training through the BHS Pathway at Bicton and Duchy College. Her expertise grew further while working at Kate Hamilton’s equestrian centre in Windsor Great Park. Here, she not only coached dressage but also had the opportunity to train young horses and ride them up to advanced levels. Seeking new challenges and the chance to work with diverse clients, Julia took a coaching position at Stonar School. For seven years, she had the privilege of teaching children of all ages, ranging from 5 to 18 years old. During this time, she also embarked on her Eventing journey, achieving remarkable success up to Novice level on a 14.2 pony! (see picture below). Julia was fortunate to collaborate with esteemed equestrians like Jonquil Hemming, Vicky Brake, and Ann Newbury during her time at Stonar. Julia stayed at Stonar for seven years not only coaching but helping to organise events.
Julia’s commitment to equestrian education extended beyond Stonar as she started teaching for Wylye and the Avon Vale Pony Clubs.
Following a brief break to focus on her family, Julia then decided to pursue her passion independently as a freelance equestrian coach.
Whether you are a beginner seeking a solid foundation or an experienced rider aiming for improvement, Julia Cory is dedicated to helping you reach your equestrian goals. With a rich background in coaching and a genuine love for horses, Julia is committed to providing exceptional training experiences tailored to your unique needs. Join us and take the reins of your equestrian journey today!
The above picture is of Julia and her current horse ‘Larry’. Below are some of Julia’s previous special horses.
Duchess
Duchess was a little mare that Julia produced from scratch in her twenties to BE Novice level. This pony had a huge heart and gave Julia the Eventing bug!
Khalua
Julia bought Khalua in her early thirties as an unbacked three year old and produced her mainly for dressage, competing successfully up to Elementary level.
What's on offer
Julia offers coaching and training either at her base yard near Barford St Martin or she can commute to you for an additional charge. At base camp Hurdcott Estate there are two arenas, an indoor 60 x 30m, and there is an outdoor arena is 55 x 30m, the perfect combination for all year round use.
Training & Coaching
Julia offers one-on-one coaching where she will discuss your aims and goals and what you are hoping to achieve both short term and long term. Goals can always be reviewed or changed.
Clinics
Clinics are mainly ran at Hurdcott throughout the year. These are based on a max of 4 riders over 1hr 20mins. View our current clinics lined up using the button below.
Pony Club
Julia coaches regularly for The Wilton Pony Club, she is the Senior Chief Coach. Julia also helps coach for the Summer camps, rallies and coaches teams for all the area competitions that run through the Summer months in Dressage, Show Jumping and Eventing.
Riding Club
Julia also coaches regularly for South Wilts Riding Club and Wessex Riding Club both dressage and jumping.
These event dates will be available through Julia's website, however you may have to book via the Riding Club.
Facilities
Julia is very fortunate to be able to use these fantastic facilities at Hurdcott. There are two arenas, the indoor is a 60 x 30m fibre and sand mix, and the outdoor is a 55 x 30m with a sand and rubber mix. Both have a good selection of jumps and poles for all types of clinics and lessons.
If you would like to book some training with Julia or discuss further your equestrian aims, please do get in touch.
Indoor Arena 60m x 30m
Outdoor Arena 55m x 30m
Have a question?
If you would like to discuss coming to Hurdcott for some coaching with Julia, please fill in the contact form with a contact number and Julia will give you a call to discuss.
Current Events & Clinics
We will try to keep our website as up to date as possible, listing all our pre-planned events and clinics. If you would like to take part in a certain type of clinic and have a group of friends that would like to join you, get in touch to discuss further. There could potentially be an opportunity to lay on some extra clinic dates.
Julia is happy to train any level of rider, again please get in touch to discuss further.
You can also check out Julia’s Social accounts for the latest updates.
Have a question?
Feel free to contact Julia
Julia is always happy to discuss your training wants and needs. Select how to get in touch below.
Directions & Parking
The postcode for Hurdcott Farms and the equestrian facilities is SP3 4BD.
There are four entrances for Hurdcott Estate but it is very important to only enter with a lorry or trailer from the A30 entrance.
The other entrances which come off the Dinton Road (The B3089) will NOT take you to the yard but the main house and cottages. There is NO access to the yard this way. Here is the What3words for the drive entrance ///invented.bombard.gullible.
If you are coming from the B3089 please continue to the A30, turn right and the entrance is a few minutes up the road on the right.
After the long driveway you will enter the farm.