My name is Yasmin Hodgson and I am the owner of YH Equestrian.
Some of you may recognise me from my other successful equestrian business TheraPlate Cumbria & The Borders. For those who don’t I thought I would add some background knowledge so you know who is behind YH Equestrian.
I have worked in the Equestrian Industry for many years and have extensive knowledge and experience throughout all equine disciplines. I have been lucky enough to work for some top class riders which has allowed me to gain some valuable connections & experience.
From leaving school, I completed a level 2 national diploma in horse management. Following this, I continued my training and completed a NVQ level 3 Diploma in Horse Care & Management at a high level dressage yard based in Buckinghamshire.
I then went out to groom in the UK for many different riders, working in Eventing, Dressage and Hunting yards. Being so passionate about my job enabled me to work myself up the ranks to reach my goals. I groomed for around 10 years and will be forever grateful for the chance to work with some fantastic riders and horses. Eventing was definitely a favourite of mine and I managed to work for Jonty Evans before heading to Somerford Park to become Ben Hobday’s Manager. I was extremely lucky to have been offered these opportunities working for such talented riders with some world class horses. Not only did I learn lots of hands on experience but also a lot about running successful businesses.