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Back to EpisodesChatting with Equestrian and Owner of Epona's Horses, Maha Khallaf
Description
On this episode, I’m joined by Maha Khallaf from Saudi Arabia, as she shares her inspiring journey back to horses as an adult rider and starting her own equestrian online shop.
Maha opens up about stepping away from riding for many years, returning to the saddle during a challenging period in her life, and navigating the mindset struggles adult riders know so well — fear of falling, overthinking, trauma and responsibility. She offers thoughtful insights and why healing the inner child can be key to riding with more confidence and calm.
We also explore what it’s really like to ride in Saudi Arabia, including cultural shifts for female riders, air-conditioned stables, riding after sunset in the summer heat, and how the equestrian world there is evolving rapidly.
Maha is the founder of Epona’s Horses, an international equestrian brand specialising in custom saddle pads, ear nets, rider and horse wear and therapeutic horse products.
🐎 Find out more about Epona's Horses
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eponashorses?igsh=MWJjcHUzYXF5YjBmcA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr
🎁 Listener Offer
Maha is kindly offering Over the Oxer listeners:
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A chance to win a free saddle pad and ear net (selected colours) - simply email me at info@traceycolenlp.com and I'll add your name to the draw on 31st January 2026
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20% off anything else in her online shop - use the code EPNTRCY
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