About Heidi…
Heidi Woodhead (née Simmons) is well known as an International event rider, exceptional producer of young horses, BHSI and BE accredited Coach. Based in Yorkshire with husband Ian, they have built the internationally renowned DHI Event Horses, specialising in producing and selling quality young horses for competition.
Heidi has competed at Badminton and Burghley several times, and represented Team GB at Aachen CHIO alongside ‘The Biz’, who she produced from a four-year-old. Numerous DHI horses continue to follow in his world class footsteps, proving great success on the International circuit.
A selection some of the DHI graduates who have competed successfully at CCI4 & 5* level include, Deniro Z, DHI Topper W, DHI Mighty Dwight, DHI Lupison, Russal Z, DHI Babette K, Evento, DHI Beaunesse and DHI Top Story, with many exciting younger horses climbing the ranks every year.
As a trainer, Heidi is known for improving and building confidence in both horse and rider. She enjoys teaching riders at all levels, specialising in cross country and jumping skills. Riders travel the length and breadth of the country to utilise the extensive training facilities.