Luzaan Slabert, South Africa

PROFESSIONAL RIDER.

Noe was the first instructor I came across who deeply understood the horse, psychologically and biomechanically, and that embraced that into her communication style when coaching me. She always cared to explain the “why” and “how” of things: why something was working for the horse/myself or not and how to make it work, going down to the root of movement, suppleness and technical excellence in the execution. She helped me re-establish my riding foundations, correcting bad habits and giving me the chance to improve and become a more aware rider that understood the technical aspects of each exercise and how to feel where something was lacking. Besides from being such an excellent rider and coach, she is a kind, funny and lovable person to be around. I carry with me all the learnings from my riding years with her and I’m proud to know she helped shape the rider I am today.

DRESSAGE AND EVENTING COMPETITOR, SEVERAL MEDALS IN SA

Noemi has been a complete awakening for myself in my training. I have been work riding competitivity for over 20 years and was feeling like I was missing something in my training as I felt it wasnt't coming together as simply as it should be...and then came Noemi!!!I now have a new calmest and most patient way. I thoroughly look forward to my lesson as I am ALWAYS learning something new and walking away with homework, Noemi with her incredible vast amount of knowledge is by the far one of the top Dressage coaches in SA. It is an absolute honor to have her with us in the Western Cape.

I acquired my own personal horse in November of 2022 Noemi has assisted my sister with bringing on her young WB mare and the results speak for themselves! There was only 1 person I wanted to be by my side with bringing on my 3 year old THB Noemi has been there for me, whether on the phone or in person with so much support, advice and care for my filly! I genuinely feel she has the horses welfare first and foremost in her mind and that’s of utmost importance to me She speaks my language (horse) and she is very observant and has great understanding of horses at any age and skill She has a fantastic eye for detail and the biomechanics of the horse She explains everything very well so that it all makes sense I feel that she genuinely cares for my filly and I feel safe with Noemi by my side on this special journey Being in the profession of being a horse rider, trainer and coach I can truly say I’m learning at every lesson we have and I also expand my knowledge working with another trainer, rider and coach.  

SEVERAL MEDALS IN DRESSAGE, PSG LEVEL

During the years that Noe has been my coach, I have learned a lot. She has taught me to grow as a rider, teaching me technique and values, and as a pupil, to face the problems that seem to be present. It has taught me that I should never give up and that I must try to achieve what I set out to do, and that little by little my effort will be reflected. She has also taught me to ride all kinds of horses, and that ride is not only to get on the horse, but also to spend time with the horse before and after riding, take care of tthem, pampering them.. It has also taught me that apart from riding we also have to have fun and do different things. Noe has taught me well how  animals should be treated. But above all she  has taught me to trust myself and my horses. I am always grateful for everything she has done since I started wiht her,I would not be as I am if our paths had not cross 9 years ago. 

Thanks for all Noe

TACK AND MORE HORSESHOP OWNER, PLETT AFRICA,

When I felt a loss of in wich direction to go when I bought my first mare...I asked Noemi for help, she gave me hope, encouragement and guidance. Her knowledge and kindness is amazing and always here for us... I feel more confident and enjoying the journey. Thanks you with love!