From Dressage to Driving, Tor and Melissa Van Den Berge need no introduction. As one of the most sought-after and dynamic duo’s in Queensland, Tor and Mel dedicate much of their time riding, driving and instructing many of Australia’s up-and-coming dressage combinations. They also compete all over the country at some of Australia’s most prestigious…
Maree Tomkinson is a name synonymous with Dressage in Australia. Based in Victoria, Maree is an international rider who started her riding career early in life, becoming a very successful show rider. She has won most prestigious show classes, including the Garryowen Perpetual Trophy on two occasions (1991 and 1996). Over a 20+ year show…
Heath and Rozzie Ryan could easily be described as celebrities of the Australian Equestrian Industry – each has represented Australia at World Equestrian Games, World Cup and Olympic Games competitions. They are both qualified NCAS Level 3 Coaches and Coach Educators. Heath and Rozzie Ryan are very highly respected throughout the Equestrian Industry at an…
Jeremy and Kathryn are FEI rider’s based in the Hunter Valley, NSW. Both specialize in the training and competing of young dressage superstars, and has overseen the education of some of Australia’s greatest Grand Prix dressage horses including “Victory Salute” and “Byaleee Magic”. Jeremy and Kathryn had both been risen to fame whilst campainging the…
Mary Warren made history in 2016 by becoming the youngest Australian rider to win a CDI-W Grand Prix Freestyle at the Australian Championships on her stallion Mindarah Park Ramadan. Mary is at it again after having just won the Grand Prix Special CDI at the Saddleworld Brisbane CDI 2019 with Mindarah Park Raphael. The achievements…
Hugh was a former top Junior Campdrafter and since joining the open ranks he has vast experience as a trainer preparing feature event winners throughout the Campdraft, Cutting and Challenge disciplines. Each year Hugh and his team add more prestigious titles to their list of achievements. In 2019 Hugh has added more success with a…
Emily Kendall has a passion for all things horse related, with her main focus on dressage and eventing. Emily not only runs a successful agistment facility, Sheany Park Performance Horse Centre, but competes regularly whilst pursuing her passion of rescuing and rehabilitating off the track Thoroughbreds. Currently, Emily competes three of her very competitive horses;…
Elizabeth Sobecki is a 27-year-old Adelaide local Para-Equestrian rider campaigning for the 2020 Paralympics in Tokyo….
Christopher Wilkinson and Natalie Roach are the amazing pair behind Spirit Lodge Equestrian Centre at Pembrooke NSW. Both riders have an extensive background in eventing, dressage, showjumping and the racing industry. Chris specialises in starting young horses for all disciplines and is highly regarded in both the racing and performance horse industries for his abilities as…
Rebekah started riding at the age of 4 when she got her first pony and not long after that she joined Pony Club. She started competing at a professional level at the age of 17 when joining Equestrian Australia. For the past eleven years she has had a great team of successful horses each of…
Rachelle is a passionate eventer and show jumper based in the Adelaide Hills. She successfully runs and owns her own business whilst being a full time rider and trainer of her own horses as well as clients’ horses. Rachelle is a member of the SA Senior State Eventing Squad and has one horse currently competing…
Horses have always been Michelle’s passion. She began riding at the age of ten and, as with many riders, Michelle began at Pony club and then moved on to eventing as a teenager. It was in her early twenty’s that Michelle began Dressage seriously. Michelle Baker Performance Stables trains horses and riders from Young horse…
Antioxidants are well known for their health benefits in human nutrition and we are often encouraged to eat foods that are rich in these vital nutrients. Luckily for us, dark chocolate and red wine are potent sources of antioxidants… Of course, moderation is key and nutritionists will likely suggest certain fruits and vegetables as healthier…
Presentation is everything! A healthy, shiny coat and deep cleansed skin can make an instant impression. Here are five tips which will help you to achieve an eye-catching show coat. Tip 1 Improve Skin Condition: In the past, few people bothered about the horse’s skin health. Everything was to do with gloss and sheen. Long…
Managing the Equine Gut for Optimal Health and Performance: PART TWO. In this episode “The stress factors for Horse Digestion” Dr Begg takes us into some of the factors that can lead to inflammation, ulceration and what can leave the horses stomach vulnerable to acid exposure. When it comes to the gut health of your…
