MY STORY
Passion for Horses
Perfect Stride was founded by Nadia with Crispy as her muse. Immersed in the horse world from a young age, Nadia has competed in South East Asia, Europe and UK and represented Singapore in regional games.
Nadia is also a Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) certified Level 1 Coach and National Jumping Judge and up to BHS Stage 3 riding certified. To help owners and trainers manage their horses, Nadia is the first certified Thermographer in South East Asia and continues to collaborate with Vets and Coaches overseas.
Nadia brings her experience as horse owner, competitor to source for the best tools you need. She is passionate about equine biomechanics and strives to assist owners enter and leave the arena on a sound horse.
A Food Technology graduate from the University of Reading, Nadia combines her passion for food and horses to create a nutritious irresistible nuggets for your horse!
Nadia is also an advocate for mental wellness - she holds a PG Dip in Psychology & Counselling. She hopes to help both horses and people reach their fullest potential.
HAPPY HORSES, HAPPY RIDERS
I’ve been riding with Nadia for 2-3 years, and from the moment I joined her class, I knew it was the right fit for me. I was initially drawn to Nadia after hearing consistent praise from friends who had trained with her. Although I was already comfortable with other coaches, their feedback made me curious, so I decided to give her class a try—and I’ve never looked back.
From the start, I felt both safe and truly heard. Nadia’s teaching style is unlike any other; her clarity and precision in explaining techniques were a game-changer for me. I’ve always found riding challenging, especially as an adult learner, but Nadia has an incredible ability to break down complex concepts in a way that makes sense. She pays attention to my comfort level, knows when to push me just enough to grow, and tailors each lesson to my unique needs. Her approach not only helped me with the technical aspects—like cantering and keeping the horse round—but also with my mindset. She encourages me to push past my limits while ensuring I never feel overwhelmed, always keeping the balance between challenge and enjoyment.
One of the most effective aspects of Nadia’s coaching is her ability to introduce new exercises and drills that keep things exciting and engaging. Her lessons never feel repetitive, and I’m constantly pushed to try new things and hit new milestones. Whether it's through exercises like the figure of eight or working on keeping the horse forward without overexerting myself, I always feel like I'm making meaningful progress.
Nadia is patient, well-articulated, and has a knack for creating a safe, motivating environment. She takes safety seriously, and I’ve never felt unsafe under her guidance, even when challenging myself. What stands out most is how much she cares for her students. She believes in us even when we don’t believe in ourselves, which makes me feel motivated to push myself further. Her support extends beyond the arena—she truly wants her students to grow, not just as riders, but as individuals.
Under Nadia’s coaching, I’ve gained more confidence in the saddle, improved my riding techniques, and even transitioned to working with better horses. I now look forward to each lesson, excited about the progress I’ll make. A memorable moment for me was when I struggled with fear and my horse's speed. Nadia not only helped me correct my riding but also encouraged me to trust both the horse and myself. That lesson was a turning point for me, both physically and emotionally, and it significantly boosted my confidence.
I wholeheartedly recommend Nadia to anyone looking to improve their riding, gain confidence, and develop a stronger connection with their horse. She’s more than just a coach—she’s a mentor who genuinely cares about her students’ progress and well-being. My experience with her has been transformative, and I’m grateful to have her as my coach.
Jeanette L
As a dressage rider, it is important for me to be able to to feel my horse's back movement when I'm riding. The Samba S dressage saddle lets me feel a lot and I can tell that my horse's back is moving and not stuck in tension. It took me a few rides to get used to this saddle because I'm used to the deep seat, large knee rolls -type of saddle. But I quickly got comfortable in it, and it even feel I sit straighter in this saddle compared to my old one.
I got a package from Nadia in the lead up to the Asian Games, when my gelding "Dancer" would get quite sore and stiff from the intense training. I felt that the activo rug sessions would take away all the ache built up from training and then standing in his stable afterwards. He felt renewed and supple after each session. Nadia tailored each session for what she felt would work best to alleviate soreness. I also appreciated the photos she sent me of Dancer yawning and licking his lips, which is further testimony to how much he enjoyed his PEMFsessions.