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The Horse Rider Fitness Academy provides a premium coaching service for horse riders looking to improve their fitness, mindset and performance across equestrian disciplines.
United Kingdom
I worked with Karzan for a year with a specific goal to achieve. I loved Karzan approach and willingness to chop and change things to suit my lifestyle whilst still achieving my aim. My riding and fitness have drastically improved and I’ve gain skills and knowledge to take with me. Also I really enjoyed the community aspect of the program and connecting with other riders.
Working with Karzan at the Horse Rider Fitness Academy has been a complete game changer for me — both physically and mentally.
On the fitness side, he understands riding as he is a dressage rider himself. He doesn't throw generic workouts at you.
Every exercise has a purpose: core stability, balance, posture, hip mobility - everything that actually translate into better riding.
I feel stronger in the saddle, more centered, and far more effective with my aids.
What truly sets him apart is his mindset program. I was carrying a lot of fear when riding that was affecting my seat, confidence and progress.
Karzan helped me recognise my confidence issues, break it down, and reframe how I think and feel when I ride. The shift has been powerful as I can now ride with less tension and more self-confidence.
He combines discipline with empathy. He safely pushes you because he recognises what you're capable of before you do.
If you're serious about improving your riding, your strength, and your mental game, I cannot recommend the Horse Rider Fitness Academy highly enough.
Karzan is very supportive as has vast experience and knowledge in rider fitness and management. He has a kind but firm approach to helping you reach your goals.
Reply from Horseriderfitness
Hi Richard. Thank you for the lovely review of the Academy. We’re excited to see more of your progress this year and your journey with the horses
Karzan is very experienced, knowledgeable, understanding & super helpful. I've needed my plan adjusted to suit my needs.
100% recommend.
I saw results in the first week!
Reply from Horseriderfitness
Thank you so much Kerry! It's been a pleasure working with you to create your own personalised rider fitness training programme. You have an exciting future with your horse. Keep up in touch!
I noticed a huge difference in a very short time - less overall stiffness, general balance and mobility. Additionally although my main goal with the program was not to lose weight, there was a noticeable improvement in muscle tone, and also overall body composition. Exercises were easy to follow, clearly laid out and kept me engaged. Overall a great program and would recommend!
Reply from Horseriderfitness
Thank you Carolyne - it was a pleasure working with you and very pleased that you noticed an improvement in your body composition as a secondary benefit to the training. Wishing you and your horses all the best in 2026!
It was the best day when Danielle Curzon introduced me to Karzan Hughes' The Horse Rider Fitness Academy. I had an issue with my asymmetry when in the saddle which resulted in me riding with uneven stirrups to try & straighten my upper body. But of course this resulted in making me and my horse more unbalanced. With Karzan's online coaching and planned exercises to help me, my stirrups are now level, my upper body straight in the saddle, I feel fitter and I have a more balanced horse. I can't recommend The Horse Rider Fitness Academy highly enough.
Reply from Horseriderfitness
Thank you so much, Angie. It’s been a real pleasure to see your progress and the difference it’s made in both you and your horse.
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