About us
Housed within the Equine Therapy Centre, The Margaret Giffen Centre for Rider Performance is a unique facility where riders of all levels and abilities can access world-class resources and expertise. It contains a strength and conditioning gym, treatment room and the Simulator room, housing three
Racewood Simulators, including a Racewood Eventing Simulator and a Mark 10 Racing Simulator.
The Eventing simulator allows riders to experience Grand Prix dressage movements, jump a course of show jumps or go cross country. The simulator is also perfect for those wishing to improve their riding; whether you are a novice, an experienced rider wanting to improve or an elite looking for a winning edge. The Racing simulator allows jockeys to work on their technique and fitness either on their own or with a jockey coach.
Our research is contributing to our understanding of how to train and rehabilitate riders.
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Meet the team

Dr Kathryn Nankervis
Principal Lecturer

Kerry-Anne Bourne
Centre Manager

Jess Lambourn
Therapy Centre Assistant

Izabela Motyl
Therapy Centre Assistant

Sarah Aldridge
Therapy Centre Assistant

Ella Hunter
Therapy Centre Assistant

Isabeau Deckers
Research Assistant

Hannah Barlow
Barn Mentor