Nicola established Sparrow Oast in 1998 and has coached thousands of riders using her simulator, Hoggy . Working with riders from all disciplines and levels up to Internatinal standard to improve their confidence, balance, application of aids and most importantly maximising their awareness of their own bodies and how tiny adjustments can make huge differences to the horse.

The yard is very unique as it offers a diverse range of services but with a very common link, rider and horse posture, balance and harmony.

Along with her team they have been extremely successful with rehabilitating many horses, some with chronic conditions such as kissing spine , arthritis to those recovering from injury or just educating the horse on how to have an improved posture, softness and a calmer mind. Teaching the horse to take more responsibility for himself by using groundwork prior to riding and then linking the techniques together.

Rider Wellness is another passion and an area that Sparrow Oast is growing into more. By encouraging riders to take more care of themselves with their own fitness, eating and sleep habits they have seen performance improvements from both horse and rider.