Thrive Equine

07/06/2026

Black River Tiger Lily
14.2hh (not official)
5yo
Welsh Cob Mare by Arawa Sir Ed

The time has come to find the beautiful Tiggy her new home 🏠

We absolutely adore her, but her owner has made the sensible decision that she needs to find a rider who has time to give her!

We started her last winter, and she has been chipping away again quitely over autumn. Green but very willing under saddle, going kindly in the arena and really enjoys hacking.

She can be a little shy on the ground, however she is brave under saddle, and really enjoys her job 🥰

Black River Welsh Cobs

03/06/2026

It appears that we are getting closer and closer to the school holidays again!!

Before I make my own plans for camp, thought I would ask what everyone would like to see over the holidays;

🖤Day Camps (up to 3 days)
💚Private Lessons
🩷Jumping Clinics
💛XC Lessons

If you are keen for any of the above leave a comment below or sing out with any other suggestions too!!

27/05/2026

Sharing on behalf of a good friend

•• HADLOW 😊••

Expressions of interest invited for horse grazing at Hadlow Rd - Taiko end

Currently being developed into horse-friendly paddocks with facilities including:

Hay shed with adjoining feed shed and rug room
Container fitted out as a tack shed
Grass arena with a selection of show jumps
Float parking available
Good country road riding with good verges
Would suit a range of horses and ponies, including retired horses needing a peaceful and practical setup.
Ideal for owners looking for a friendly, horse-focused environment.

Feel free to get in touch for more information or to register your interest.

04/05/2026

Term 2 Lesson in full swing and we are full to the brim!!

Lucky that I have such good ponies.... and great kids to teach too! 🥰

Can you name the pony?!

21/04/2026

•• Lesson Spaces availible ••

Tuesday | 3.30pm | Beginner Group | 30 mins

2 x spaces availivle.

Suitable for anyone 5yrs up, from complete begginer, to those learning to trot.

Flick me a message if you are interested.

19/04/2026

• Term 3 Lessons •

I am just working through and confirming my current riders and waitlist for this term!

If you are keen for lessons, or haven't heard from me (I've tried to touch base with all on the waitlist) then feel free to bump up a message, or get in touch.

Thanks!!

Rosie ☺️☺️

14/04/2026

Great to be out at the last event of the Canterbury season with two horses finally!

Mr Bee had a run around the 2* Non Champs class - for his first competition back since December - to finish 3rd! He was super all weekend and really feeling better, happier and more rideable than ever, even if we were a wee bit slow on XC (sorry Bee 🤣🤣🤦🏻‍♀️)

Roxy did her 4th event, and while still very green she was super round the Prebbleton Vets 95cm, clear XC and tried super hard all weekend! Much to work on over winter but very excited to get her doing more next season!!

Massive thanks to all the hardworking committee, volunteers and sponsors who make these weekends happen!

Beautiful photos from Michelle Clarke as always... 🥰🥰

07/04/2026

A have a few spaces left for these lessons ☺️ flick me a pm.

Jumping Lessons!

Thursday 16th and Friday 17th April

Day 1: SJ Lessons

Day 2: XC Lessons at Geraldine PC Grounds (Orari).

Suitable for adults and children, of all levels looking to improve their jumping, get some eventing practise in, or just have a fun few days and try something new.

Lessons will be run in groups (max 4) and be 1.5hr sessions

$75 per lesson plus ground fee.

Privates may be availible depending on spaces.

For those that don't know me, I am currently eventing at 3* level, and really enjoy coaching all levels of rider, with the aim to improve confidence, ride ability and have fun at the same time!!

23/03/2026

Jumping Lessons!

Thursday 16th and Friday 17th April

Day 1: SJ Lessons

Day 2: XC Lessons at Geraldine PC Grounds (Orari).

Suitable for adults and children, of all levels looking to improve their jumping, get some eventing practise in, or just have a fun few days and try something new.

Lessons will be run in groups (max 4) and be 1.5hr sessions

$75 per lesson plus ground fee.

Privates may be availible depending on spaces.

For those that don't know me, I am currently eventing at 3* level, and really enjoy coaching all levels of rider, with the aim to improve confidence, ride ability and have fun at the same time!!

24/02/2026

Helen is back this weekend, and I have a couple of spaces available 😊

•• Helen Ensor Jumping Clinic ••

Friday 30th and Saturday 31st Jan!

Timaru - Thrive Equine, Doake Road.

A couple of last minute spots available.

Helen is a super coach for all ages and stages, Show Jumpers, Show Hunters, Hunters, Pony Club riders etc.

It's not often we have instructors come to Timaru so it would be awesome if we could keep getting her back!!