Iona Zaharieva

Experienced equestrian professional with a strong competitive background, having placed at National-level in Showjumping and Dressage, as well as international one-star competitions. Over the past 17 years, I’ve held diverse roles across the UK and Europe, including working pupil, yard manager, and rider. My career highlights include: - Three years as a rider at an international showjumping yard - Rider positions at two endurance yards - Working pupil and rider at a UK-based eventing yard, while actively competing my own horses Currently, I work as a freelance rider, specialising in backing and producing young horses for a competitive showjumping yard in England. I’m passionate about every aspect of horse care, not just the riding, and thrive in environments where I can contribute to the overall wellbeing, training, and development of horses.