​Hartsop Farm Equine Training Centre
Jake Harris
Every effective training yard has need of an effective rider, Jake Harris has fulfilled this role at Hartsop Farm since 2005. With the support of Ian and Sandy, Jake has now been the first rider for hundreds of young horses using Monty Roberts ‘starting’ methods, as well as re-training a range of remedial riding problems (he is now successfully competing one of his formerly ‘unrideable’ charges). His skill has been recognised by Monty who has employed him as his rider on recent UK tours as well as in starting racehorses for private clients. Jake continues to compete show-jumping whenever the opportunity arises & has competed client horses not only in this discipline but also in showing & dressage.
Jake contributes to all other aspects of running the yard, ground based training of horses as well as ridden and has undertaken additional stud / breeding training to support this aspect of Hartsop activity.
Raised in the local area, Jake had discovered his passion for horses by the age of 10. Jake started handling and riding a horse thanks to the convenience of a pony owning neighbour, he started taking lessons and within a year Jake was riding & successfully competing his first pony. He developed a particular addiction to show jumping and by the age of 14 was able to get the capable jumping horse he so wanted, the talented Mr Chips.
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Having completed a national Diploma in Horse management Jake had gained experience working at a riding school, hunt yard and eventing yard before coming to Hartsop. Working with Ian and Sandy was Jakes first experience of using methods developed by Monty Roberts, Kelly Marks and Ian. As an avid horseman he quickly appreciated the benefits of expanding his skill base and has developed expertise in these approaches. He envisages a lifetime of continuing his work with horses, has been persuaded to progress his dressage & showing skills … tho’ at heart he remains on the look out for that extra special show jumper that he could take to great heights!