​With over 30 years of experience across multiple equestrian disciplines, Simon is a professional horseman dedicated to developing horses that "understand the question" and respond willingly and thoughtfully. His approach allows horses to process what is being asked, leading to mental and physical softness, balance, focus, and responsiveness — creating a foundation for long-term success.

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Simon’s background spans stock horses, camp-drafting, rodeo, racing, and polo, but in recent years, his interests have expanded to include working equitation and dressage. Primarily, Simon is passionate about developing horses from the inside out, focusing not just on their physical movement but on their mental and emotional well-being. Simon uses patient, trust-based methods to build confident, willing partners. By prioritising communication and connection, he helps horses develop a calm, responsive mindset, ensuring they thrive in any discipline or environment. Despite his diverse experience, his favourite way to connect with a horse remains a simple trail ride, where trust and partnership shine.

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Based on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Simon Fielder Horsemanship offers a range of professional horse training services and clinics throughout Australia designed to develop confident, willing, and well-balanced horses.​​

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Training Philosophy

 

Simon’s training is built on communication, clarity, and consistency, ensuring that horses develop confidently as they progress in their work.  His training style incorporates his own 5 Principles of Horsemanship - Connection, Guidance, Trust, Adventure, Togetherness.

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By presenting clear, structured responsibilities, he encourages horses to focus, learn, and engage. As their confidence grows, more complex questions can be asked, developing a horse that is a soft and willing partner.

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Simon believes that true horsemanship is about advocacy — creating an environment where horses are trained and cared for with a commitment to lifelong health, soundness, and positive experiences.​