Elle Anderson
Alhaurin el grande,malaga
Summary
A dedicated professional with a strong commitment to health and safety, possessing a guide license for horse trekking. Demonstrates exceptional ability to motivate and comfort individuals, thriving in team environments and under pressure. Equipped with comprehensive tourism industry understanding, public speaking fluency, and wildlife identification skills. Experienced in disability services, trekking, outdoor survival techniques, and first-aid certified. Aspires to set ambitious goals within the tourism sector.
Energetic Snowboard Instructor with flair for engaging students and creating memorable snowboarding experiences. Developed tailored lesson plans that boost confidence and skill levels, leading to noticeable improvements in student performance. Known for creating safe and fun learning environment that keeps students returning season after season.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Horse trekking guide
Inverdurie highland ponies
Aviemore, Highland
2025.06 - 2025.09
- Managed administrative tasks to keep stable operations running smoothly.
- Maintained high safety standards for prevention of accidents and injuries.
- Prioritised animal welfare with proactive care and attention to individual needs.
- Oversaw successful rehabilitation processes of injured horses back into fitness.
- Improved stable conditions by implementing thorough daily cleaning routines.
- Led guided tours, delivering engaging narratives and historical insights.
- Managing a herd of more than 20 horses
Horse trekking guide
Moke Lake
Moke Lake, New Zealand
2024.06 - 2025.06
- Taking out treks in the mountain range of New Zealand.
- Assuring the safety of the client and the horse.
- Checking health, feeding and cleaning over 26 horses as a herd.
- Farm work
- Maintenance on fences and terrain for the treks.
stud farm
Sandy and julies stud farm
te kauwhata , new zealand, waikato
2024.05 - 2024.09
- Promoted animal welfare with routine veterinary check-ups.
- Supplied feed and water for animals, ensuring their well-being.
- Monitored animal behaviour closely, identifying any signs of illness quickly.
- Managed pasture rotation to prevent overgrazing.
- Carried out minor repairs on fencing and buildings to maintain security.
- Maintained cleanliness in the barn, contributing to a healthy environment for animals.
- Moved livestock between different locations, prioritising animal wellbeing and safety.
- Managing a stud farm of over 100 livestock
Horse trekking guide
Moke Lake
Moke Lake
2023.06 - 2024.06
- Taking out treks in the mountain range of New Zealand.
- Assuring the safety of the client and the horse.
- Checking health, feeding and cleaning over 22 horses as a herd.
- Farm work
- Maintenance on fences and terrain for the treks.
Snowboard instructor
Coronet Peak
Queenstown
2023.06 - 2023.09
- Teaching adults and children, from 1st timers to intermediate lessons. Group or private lessons
- Helping keep the customers informed and knowledge of there were abouts on the mountain.
- Assuring my clients know safety rules on the mountain.
- Snowboard instructor of the season second year running.
- Offered feedback on technique improvements for enhanced performance.
- Fostered an enjoyable learning environment in order to boost pupil engagement and retention rates.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of latest snowboarding techniques, enhancing teaching methods.
- Adapted lessons to accommodate varying levels of student ability, resulting in effective learning experiences.
- Led group sessions whilst managing differing ability levels effectively.
Horse trekking guide
Moke Lake
Moke Lake
2022.06 - 2023.06
- Taking out treks in the mountain range of New Zealand.
- Assuring the safety of the client and the horse.
- Checking health, feeding and cleaning over 22 horses as a herd.
- Farm work
Snowboard Instructor
Coronet Peak
Queenstown
2022.06 - 2022.09
- Teaching adults and children, from 1st timers to intermediate lessons. Group or private lessons
- Assuring my clients know the safety rules on the mountain.
- Snowboard instructor of the season.
- Implemented new teaching aids to enhance the learning process constantly.
- Fostered an enjoyable learning environment in order to boost pupil engagement and retention rates.
- Led group sessions whilst managing differing ability levels effectively.
- Demonstrated professional snowboarding techniques to inspire and motivate learners.
- Achieved positive learning outcomes by adapting coaching style based on individual needs.
- Ensured safety of all students at all times, reducing incident rates.
Snowboard Instructor
Ski inspired
Baqueira
2021.06 - 2021.09
- Guided tours around the mountain
- Assuring my clients safety around the mountain.
- Teaching adult and children lessons, from first timers to intermediate lessons.
- Fostered an enjoyable learning environment in order to boost pupil engagement and retention rates.
- Built strong relationships with pupils and parents, promoting trust and communication.
- Implemented new teaching aids to enhance the learning process constantly.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of latest snowboarding techniques, enhancing teaching methods.
- Provided high-quality snowboard instruction, resulting in improved client confidence and skill.
Manager/Bartender
St'James Gate
La cala de Mijas
2020.06 - 2021.06
- Manager of bar.
- Cocktail mixologist
- Serving food and drinks
- Main planner of different events and parties.
- Assisting the chef with preparing the food.
Trainer/Manager
Levanche equestrian
2019.06 - 2020.06
- Growing a new business.
- Maintenance of the yard.
- Horse riding treks and lessons
- Health and safety of the horses.
- Pony camp and events.
Snowboard Instructor
Sunshine Village
Banff
2019.06 - 2019.09
- Gaining my level 1&2 Snowboard qualification
- Training and shadowing group & private lessons.
- Organised end-of-season competitions providing pupils with a platform for showcasing skills learned.
- Delivered exceptional customer service both on and off the slopes, contributing to business growth.
- Built strong relationships with pupils and parents, promoting trust and communication.
- Led group sessions whilst managing differing ability levels effectively.
Self-employed
Horse Training Business
Coin, Malaga
2019.06 - 2019.09
- Training troubled horses, such as habits or bad experiences with previous owners.
- Helping clients achieve their goals with their horses.
- Training young horses that have never been ridden before, backing, handling them on foot, training them with equipment.
Manager
La Ventilla Equestrian
Coin
2018.06 - 2018.09
- Managing the cleanliness and safety of the yard
- Booking guided treks or lessons, private/groups.
- Training troubled and young horses
- Feed and check the health of all animals on site.
- Pony camps with children
Nanny
Little Chicks
Val d'Isere
2017.06 - 2018.06
- Helping the ski instructors with safety and reassurance for the children on the mountain.
- Babysitting at chalets while client's ski.
- Organising groups of children for lunch and nap time.
Manager
Atyala Equestrian
Coin
2016.06 - 2017.06
- Pony camp with groups of children and private lessons.
- Maintenance of the whole yard and organisation of client's horses and health.
- Leasing with clients for shoe repairs and bookings of equipment
Skills
- A very responsible attitude towards health and safety
- Ability to motivate, enthuse and put people at ease and comfortably
- Work extremely well as part of a team and under pressure
- Aspirational goal setting
- Tourism industry understanding
- Tourism and hospitality knowledge
- Wildlife identification
- Experience with disability services
- Trekking experience
- Outdoor survival techniques
- First-aid certified
Certification
- CASI Snowboard Instructor, Level 1 & 2
- AST level 1 Avalanche safety course
- BHS Horse care, management & riding Level 1 & 2
- LCQ Bar management
- NZSIA level 1 ski certified
Languages
English (Native)
Spanish (Fluent)
Affiliations
- snowboarding
- horse riding
- surfing
- running
- hiking
- downhill mountain biking
Accomplishments
Greatest accomplishment was receiving snowboard instructor of the season, two years running!
Breaking in young, green horses and selling them on to the perfect client for there dream horse.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Horse trekking guide
Inverdurie highland ponies
2025.06 - 2025.09
Horse trekking guide
Moke Lake
2024.06 - 2025.06
stud farm
Sandy and julies stud farm
2024.05 - 2024.09
Horse trekking guide
Moke Lake
2023.06 - 2024.06
Snowboard instructor
Coronet Peak
2023.06 - 2023.09
Horse trekking guide
Moke Lake
2022.06 - 2023.06
Snowboard Instructor
Coronet Peak
2022.06 - 2022.09
Snowboard Instructor
Ski inspired
2021.06 - 2021.09
Manager/Bartender
St'James Gate
2020.06 - 2021.06
Trainer/Manager
Levanche equestrian
2019.06 - 2020.06
Snowboard Instructor
Sunshine Village
2019.06 - 2019.09
Self-employed
Horse Training Business
2019.06 - 2019.09
Manager
La Ventilla Equestrian
2018.06 - 2018.09
Nanny
Little Chicks
2017.06 - 2018.06
Manager
Atyala Equestrian
2016.06 - 2017.06