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Our Horses
Our horses are chosen for their suitability, and are experienced learner mounts.
They are our partners in our programmes, and as such, are a vital part of Equipotential NZ.
To learn about sponsoring one of our horses, please click here.
Brumby
Brumby is supported by Waikato Equine Vets.
He’s a 13.2hh palomino Stationbred gelding who joined the team in 2018. In his previous life, he was an enthusiastic pony club mount, making him the perfect partner for our smaller riders who are developing their independent riding skills. Brumby is also a great confidence-builder for our new volunteers.
Dart
Dart is proudly sponsored by Azzie Specialist Ltd.
He’s one of the best—a long-serving member of our team who has helped countless riders and participants reach their full potential. Dart is a 16.1hh chestnut gelding who had a successful racing career before joining us in 2010. He’s involved across all areas of our programmes, including our sports class and ridden wellbeing sessions. Dart is especially known for giving riders their first canter. He’s brilliant on the lunge, incredibly kind, and wonderfully patient.
Dice
Dice is sponsored by Jon and Sue Tanner.
Dice joined our team in 2019. He’s a solid 16.1hh bay crossbred gelding who works well with both children and adult riders. Dice is mostly involved in our morning therapy classes, where his cheeky personality shines. He’s also known for having a few favourite volunteers and staff members!
Gracie
Cambridge Grains kindly sponsors Gracie.
Gracie is a 13.1hh grey Welsh cross mare who joined us in early 2023. Born in 2013, she came to us from a pony club background. Gracie is enthusiastic about her work and is a lovely, forward-moving pony. She’s ideal for our independent riders and helps improve their concentration thanks to her responsive and engaging nature.
Hogan
Hogan is sponsored by Stan Conder.
Hogan is the gentle giant of EquiPotential. Before joining the team in 2012, he had a successful career as a dressage competition horse. Hogan loves his job and plays a role across all areas of our equine-assisted services. He’s deeply loved by riders, clients, and volunteers alike for his calm and quiet nature.
Maddox
Maddox is sponsored by Leonie Matthews.
Maddox is a 14.2hh bay Gisborne-bred gelding who joined our team in 2019 from Te Aroha RDA. Born in 2014, he’s one of the younger members of our herd. Maddox takes part in our morning classes, as well as our sports and wellbeing programmes. He has also begun training to support riders with higher needs in our therapy sessions.
Mia
Mia is a much-loved member of our team. This 15.1hh bay crossbred mare has a natural talent for dressage. After taking a short break to develop her skills, she’s back in the EquiPotential programme and is thriving. Mia works across all areas of our programmes, including our morning disability and wellbeing sessions.
Mia is currently looking for a sponsor.
DJ
The small but very mighty DJ, he joined the team in 2023 making the journey up from Gore. He is our cart pony and loves his time being fussed over in the unmounted sessions. To cute for words and loved by all.
Milo
A 14.1hh Strawberry roan gelding who joined us at the end of 2020. Born in 2016 he is one of the youngest members of the team. Milo has a lovely calm nature and enjoys being part of the EquiPotential team.
Milo is currently looking for a sponsor.
Prince
Prince joined our team in 2010. A 10.1hh pinto gelding, he is the smallest member of the team and is mainly used as our carriage pony as well as in our unmounted wellbeing programmes. Prince used to compete in carriage driving before joining the team.
Spirit
Sponsored by Bevan and Margaret Bradding.
Spirit joined the team in July 2023. A 14.1hh Haflinger gelding born in 2014, Spirit has a gentle and quiet nature. His striking looks make him a popular topic of conversation. While he often tries to convince both volunteers and riders that his way is the best, he knows exactly when to step up and do his best.
TK
TK is our up-and-coming superstar, kindly donated by Te Akau Racing when his racing career came to an end. A 16hh bay Thoroughbred gelding born in 2018, TK spent last year training to become a therapy horse and is now back in the programme full-time. He has a calm, trainable nature and, best of all, he loves people. We look forward to watching him build meaningful partnerships as he settles into his work.
TK is currently looking for a sponsor.
Turbo
Turbo is proudly sponsored by Kiwi Design Homes.
Turbo joined the team towards the end of 2022. He is a 16.1hh pinto gelding (born in 2009). Turbo has quickly become a favourite member of the team. He loves people and is well-known for taking it upon himself to do the rider activities. Turbo is a jack of all trades and happy to fit in anywhere.
Zeek
Sponsored by Zeek Mortland.
Zeek joined the programme in 2022 and quickly settled in. He’s a 16hh chestnut Thoroughbred gelding who thoroughly enjoys his time here. With his amazing temperament, Zeek is a kind and patient horse—perfect for new volunteers and nervous riders. He’s also a great match for riders who are learning to ride independently at a walk or trot.
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