Equestrian Sports New Zealand
Welcome
Welcome to Equestrian Sports New Zealand. We are Aotearoa New Zealand’s national sports organisation, supporting equestrians and horses across all activities and disciplines. We are delighted to have you along for the ride. (credit: Libby Law Photography)
⇒IRT Horse Welfare Hub⇐
The responsibility of being the guardians of horse welfare within equestrian sport is an important task and relies on everyone engaged in the sport.
We understand that it is a privilege to involve horses in sport, racing and leisure and this comes with responsibilities to the horse.
We commit to respecting that horses are sentient beings with individual personalities. We will ensure the horse’s welfare is always our priority.
We undertake to continually develop our understanding of horse behaviour and equine welfare needs, and to proactively use this knowledge to provide a life for horses through our organisation which is positive and away from anything which might be harmful or negative.
Click on the heading above for helpful information and resources, including Preparing for a Hot, Humid Summer.
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News + Updates
Fast and furious kick start February
Laura Inkster rides Rodrigo MVNZ at Woodhill Sands in the Property Brokers Grand Prix Photo By Lindy W Photography Whilst the South Island hosted the National Championships in the weekend just past, there were a flurry of shows over the North Island that saw competitors battle it out for series points. Starting at the top, Woodhill Sands hosted the Veterinary Associates Equine...
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Crawford Hill Jewellery SI Dressage Champs Underway
The Crawford Hill Jewellery South Island Dressage Championships are underway at the Dunstan Horse Feeds SI ESNZ National Equestrian Centre in Christchurch today. This is the pinnacle Kiwi Arena...
Slick Jump-offs Rule in National Series Classes
Emma Gillies rides Benrose Black Jack to win the FMG Young Rider Series. Photo by Michelle Clarke It was a busy weekend for many riders at the Tavendale & Partners NZ National Jumping...
Call for Applications - High Performance Dressage Manager
Equestrian Sports NZ is calling for applications for the following position within our High Performance Department JOB TITLE: ESNZ High Performance Dressage Manager ABOUT EQUESTRIAN SPORTS...
Team NZ
High Performance
The mission of the High Performance Programme is to operate a world-leading High Performance System which produces repeatable and sustainable success at the Olympics and World Championships that both inspires kiwis and marks us proud.