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Riding lessons on School horses
Equine assisted well-being
Pony Parties
Facility Hire
Agistment
Schooling and Sales on behalf
Rehabilitation
Retraining and Rehoming OTTBs

We have had a few inquiries from individuals that want to participate in our sessions, but are held back by "I don't th...
05/01/2025

We have had a few inquiries from individuals that want to participate in our sessions, but are held back by "I don't think I can ride, I don't have the balance, bad knees, back, too old".

We heard what you were saying, so we made it happen 💪🦄

We are now able to offer a number of different options with Rudy Giovanni

🦄 Learning to drive the horse and Cart
🦄 Taking time out and going for a drive with Rudy Giovanni
🦄 Incorporating Rudy Giovanni and his flash wheels into your regular sessions

🦹‍♂️ Horse and cart activities provide a unique and accessible way for individuals who can't ride a horse to experience the therapeutic and recreational benefits of working with equines. This inclusive approach offers physical, emotional, and social advantages for people with mobility challenges, disabilities, or other limitations.

1. Physical Benefits
💪 Improved Core Strength and Posture: Sitting in a moving cart requires balance and encourages improved posture and core muscle engagement.

💪 Gentle Physical Stimulation: The rhythmic motion of the cart can provide a soothing sensory experience, similar to the benefits of horseback riding.

💪 Accessible Mobility: For those with limited mobility, a horse and cart offer an opportunity to travel and explore outdoor environments without strain or discomfort.

2. Emotional and Psychological Benefits
🧘‍♀️ Stress Reduction: The calming presence of the horse and the relaxing pace of the ride can help reduce anxiety and promote mental well-being.

🧘‍♀️ Increased Confidence: Participating in horse-and-cart activities fosters a sense of independence and accomplishment.

🧘‍♀️ Connection with Nature: Travelling by horse and cart allows individuals to connect with nature, which is known to improve mood and reduce stress.

3. Cognitive Benefits
🧠 Focus and Engagement: Observing the horse’s movements and the environment during a cart ride encourages mental focus and mindfulness.

🧠 Learning Opportunities: Participants can learn about harnessing, cart handling, and horse behaviour, which provides cognitive stimulation and personal growth.

🧠 Improved Problem-Solving Skills: Managing the logistics of driving or directing a horse and cart promotes critical thinking and adaptability.

4. Social Benefits

🙌 Inclusion in Group Activities: Horse-and-cart programs allow individuals to participate in equine activities alongside riders, fostering a sense of community and belonging.

🙌 Enhanced Communication Skills: Interacting with the horse, handlers, and other participants supports the development of social and communication skills.

🙌 Shared Experiences: Horse-and-cart rides create opportunities for shared enjoyment with family, friends, or other participants.

5. Therapeutic Benefits

🤗 Non-Verbal Connection: For individuals with communication difficulties, bonding with a horse through the carting experience can provide emotional support and connection.

🤗 Safe Interaction: Riding in a cart offers a controlled and safe way to engage with a horse for those who may find direct horseback riding intimidating or physically impossible.

🤗 Sensory Stimulation: The movement, sounds, and surroundings of the carting experience provide rich sensory input, beneficial for individuals with sensory integration needs.

6. Recreational and Practical Benefits

🏇 Recreation and Enjoyment: Horse-and-cart activities offer a fun and fulfilling way to engage with horses and the outdoors.

🏇 Cultural and Historical Connection: Participants can connect with the tradition and history of horse-drawn transportation, adding an educational and cultural element to the experience.

Our hrse-and-cart programs provide a safe, inclusive, and enriching alternative to horse riding, ensuring that individuals of all ages and abilities can experience the physical, emotional, and social benefits of equine interaction. These activities promote independence, well-being, and connection, making them an invaluable resource for those who can not ride a horse.

Get in touch with us today to meet Rudy Giovanni

💻 BOOK ONLINE: https://jw-equestrian.square.site/

📞 Call Jade- 0418 415 159

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Pockets first baby left home today 😭😭😭Loading onto the float like the well handled little professional she is. It's such...
04/01/2025

Pockets first baby left home today 😭😭😭

Loading onto the float like the well handled little professional she is. It's such a bitter sweet moment.

We tried so hard to get to Sarah's to see Mario be born, and we missed it by about 45 minutes. We stayed the night and had to leave early the next day as we were taking 12 horse XC schooling. Sarah rang us 30 minutes after we had left, Pockets had a Filly. In true Pockets form, she did as she pleased!

Peach was pretty unwell, and there were a couple of times there when we weren't sure she was going to make it. She was a fighter, though, and kept trying. So we did all we could to keep her here. Carls and I stayed at Sarah's every night for close to 2 weeks I reckon, taking it in turns with Sarah to get up, milk Pockets feed the foal and get her up- I don't do well on no sleep so this made me absolutely sure I didn't want Kids!

She pulled through and is now a big, sassy 2yo with her mother's attitude to life 🦄

Breeding is such a long game- to get them on the ground safe, then to get them through the first 2+ years of their life safe, happy, healthy and with the tools and education to go on to their next stage.

While I'm sad she's leaving, I'm excited to follow the next stage of her journey and see her grow and develop with her new home ❤️

📣APPLICATIONS CLOSE AT MIDNIGHT ON SUNDAY 5TH JANUARY 📣You have just over 24 hours to get your entry in to be on the tea...
04/01/2025

📣APPLICATIONS CLOSE AT MIDNIGHT ON SUNDAY 5TH JANUARY 📣

You have just over 24 hours to get your entry in to be on the team for 2025!

Anyone who rides a Thoroughbred is eligible to apply!

Thanks to IRide EQ for their support with a merch pack also!

Details below, or send us a PM

We have had a few messages, so we thought we should do a proper introduction! This is Whisky 🥃Whisky has a pretty sad st...
03/01/2025

We have had a few messages, so we thought we should do a proper introduction!

This is Whisky 🥃

Whisky has a pretty sad story, considering he's only just two years old, but he has come to the right place and is looking and feeling much better now!

Whisky was gelded yesterday, so once he is recovered, he will be looking for his new home.

We don't know what breed Whisky is. I suspect some sort of riding pony or Australian pony 🤔 he doesn't have papers, and he isn't broken in.

However, he is a lovely boy who is super sweet and wants to be your friend.

If you think you might be able to offer Whisky a suitable home, send us a message, and we can give you some more information and let you know when he will be ready to go 🏡

Pockets- 16.1hh 10yo Chestnut TB Mare. Pockets has been with us since she retired from racing as a rising 5yo. She has e...
03/01/2025

Pockets- 16.1hh 10yo Chestnut TB Mare.

Pockets has been with us since she retired from racing as a rising 5yo.

She has evented 80cm, SJ to 1.04 and shows plenty of scope to continue up the grades.

Pockets is happy to cruise on the arena, walk, trot and canter in a soft frame however a Dressage career is not her calling.

Pockets however absolutely loves to jump. Point and shoot, bold and brave! Never stops, goes from anywhere is happy to pick up the pieces of a rider error. She is bold XC and super clean showjumping and would make the most excellent straight showjumper for the TB classes- EQUIMILLION eligible!


Super up the road and in the bush and is great to hack out alone.

She had 2 foals while I was out with injury and was an easy breeder and produced two stunning WB x babies.

Just competed at Equimillions and was a legend, finished 9th in a 20+ field of professionals.

Easy to do everything with. No dirt, but could be hot/ tense with the wrong rider. Needs someone chill, and not fussed, who just steers and enjoys the ride.

Loves humans, cuddles and head scratches, she is super sweet.

💸4000 -

Barthawarna VIC

Mario- Warmblood/ Stockhorse 2yo GeldingEMH 17.2hhSire: Laptop (Warmblood-IFS)Dam: DJ Platinum Blonde (Stockhorse)Mario ...
03/01/2025

Mario- Warmblood/ Stockhorse 2yo Gelding
EMH 17.2hh
Sire: Laptop (Warmblood-IFS)
Dam: DJ Platinum Blonde (Stockhorse)

Mario is the coolest horse. Nothing phases him, he has been here and done it all before! The easiest young horse to educate and train!

He has been well educated since a baby and is easy to handle and do everything with. He trucks and floats well. He is the most sensible and brave of my young horses so we always load him first. He ties up, goes on the walker, has been boxed during handling preps, knows how to lunge and is good to wash.

Good to catch in the paddock, and easy for the farrier to trim

SIRE: Laptop combines top the Holsteiner bloodlines of Lord, Capitano and Cor de la Bryere with the famous Hanoverian jumping sire, Gotthard. Laptop won the 1995 Stallion Performance Test with excellent scores in both dressage and jumping, notably 8.5 for rideability and 9 for canter. Laptop is known for producing horses with excellent conformation, very good legs, good frame, movements, and jumping ability.

DAM: DJ Platinum Blonde- ridden by myself, Barbie was well educated on the flat, training Novice/ Elementary dressage with ease (not my chosen discipline, but I enjoyed riding her!). She was brave on Cross Country and a careful Show Jumper. Never finishing out of the top 5 for every start.

This is the most heartbreaking sale, but due to the demands of my business I need to be realistic about how much time I have.

$15,000

Located Barnawartha, VIC

Poppy- Warmblood/ TB 1yo Filly Sire: For Edition (Warmblood- IFS)Dam: Pockets (TB Mare)Poppy is a stunning filly who has...
03/01/2025

Poppy- Warmblood/ TB 1yo Filly
Sire: For Edition (Warmblood- IFS)
Dam: Pockets (TB Mare)

Poppy is a stunning filly who has movement, looks and trainability.

With uphill movement and a big scopey jump she is a serious horse for the future.

She has been well educated since a baby and is easy to handle and do everything with. She trucks, floats, ties up, goes on the walker, has been boxed during her handling preps, knows how to lunge and is good to wash.

Good to catch in the paddock, and easy for the farrier to trim.

SIRE: For Edition, winner of the stallion performance test 2003, is a “sportsman” par excellence. Always powerful and very well-balanced moving, the bay stallion convinced performance test judges and test riders with his outstanding willingness to perform. So he received in the dressage category as well as in the jumping category scores far above average (performance test single score rideability 8,7 / jumping 9,2). His father Forsyth is a son of the famous international jumping phenom For Pleasure, and was ridden by the German rider Toni Hassmann during a successful career in international showjumping competition. In the damline, the refining ancestors Kronprinz xx, Vollkorn xx and Ladykiller xx bring in the “kick of blood”.

DAM: Pockets- A thoroughbred mare I had kept and campaigned myself. She has Show Jumped up to 1.04m with scope to go higher, but my limited time hasn't allowed this.

A lovely filly who I had planned to carry on with myself but due to the demands of my business I need to be realistic about how much time I have.

$5000

Priced well below value (and what she has cost me to get to this point) for a hassle-free sale. Please don't waste my time.

Located Barnawartha, VIC

There is so much stigma about horses that have been returned. Ours are always welcome home, be it due to a change in cir...
02/01/2025

There is so much stigma about horses that have been returned. Ours are always welcome home, be it due to a change in circumstances, that the horse didn't settle in the new environment or another reason.

Budgie was one who was returned (due to his owners change in circumstances), and there were a few people who turned him down because he was returned.

Lucky for Budgie, he has landed on his feet in his new home, settled in well, and is loved by his new family 🦄

Thanks for the updates, Jackie ❤️

2025 is gearing up to be a big year . . . But our team is getting smaller 🦄Introducing the two new kids on the block 🧸Ch...
02/01/2025

2025 is gearing up to be a big year . . . But our team is getting smaller 🦄

Introducing the two new kids on the block

🧸Charlie and Rudy Giovanni 🦹‍♂️

These two are ready to hit the ground running on Monday and can't wait to meet you all throughout the year!

They will play a big part in our School holiday programs, Lessons, Pony rides and Pony parties!

If you are looking for something to do in the school holidays, come and meet the boys!

We have spots available in our school holiday programs, casual lessons and our new Saturday sessions!

💻 BOOK ONLINE: https://jw-equestrian.square.site/
📩 Send us a PM
📞 Call Jade- 0418 415 159

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2024 🤯I have been trying to write this post for about a week but haven't managed to come up with words that do it justic...
29/12/2024

2024 🤯

I have been trying to write this post for about a week but haven't managed to come up with words that do it justice. ... so, in true Jade form, I gave up because at the end of the day, speed is key!

We had a huge year, we learnt, laughed, cried, and sometimes swore our way through the ups and downs over the past 12 months.

Thanks to everyone who has supported my small business and kept us ticking along, we can't wait to help you achieve your goals in 2025!

Thanks to our support team of vets, farriers, body workers, chiropractors, and dentists who look after our range of horses, continue to answer my calls and come when needed. The horses, and I appreciate it 🙏

To my crew who always have my back and only roll their eyes slightly (Kira) when I tell them the next big idea. You all are amazing, and JW Equestrian wouldn't exist without you!

We have so many big things planned for 2025, and I can't wait to share them with you all!

Enjoy this weird time of the year when you don't know what day, time, or month it is . . . Ride your pony, enjoy summer and the Christmas leftovers.

I look forward to seeing you from January 6th when we are all back on deck and ready for another massive 12 months

Jade x

SOLDTeddy-9yo 12.2hh gelding Teddy is a friendly pony, easy to catch, shoe & float. He is quiet and was great with our ...
29/12/2024

SOLD

Teddy-9yo 12.2hh gelding

Teddy is a friendly pony, easy to catch, shoe & float. He is quiet and was great with our children on lead. As our son started to improve and wanted to try Pony Club and competitions, we saw that Teddy had not really been exposed to much and he requires an experienced rider who would like to put the time into training him and exposing him to lots of life's adventures, like different environments & experiences.

We are looking for a new home for him as our kids are only beginner riders.

We are happy to provide some videos and inspections welcome.

💲1800

Located 20 mins from Albury

If you are seriously interested and not a time waster, send us a PM, and we can pass on contact details for the owners.

Poppy- Warmblood/ TB 1yo Filly Sire: For Edition (IFS)Dam: Pockets (TB Mare)Poppy is a stunning filly who has movement, ...
27/12/2024

Poppy- Warmblood/ TB 1yo Filly
Sire: For Edition (IFS)
Dam: Pockets (TB Mare)

Poppy is a stunning filly who has movement, looks and trainability.

She has been well educated since a baby and is easy to handle and do everything with. She trucks, floats, ties up, goes on the walker, has baths, has been stabled and knows how to lunge.

Good to catch in the paddock, and easy for the farrier to trim.

A lovely filly who I had planned to carry on with myself but due to the demands of my business I need to be realistic about how much time I have.

$5000
Priced well below value for a hassle-free sale. Please don't waste my time.

Located Barnawartha, VIC

Mario- Warmblood/ Stockhorse 2yo GeldingEMH 17.2hhSire: Laptop (IFS)Dam: DJ Platinum Blonde (Stockhorse)Mario is the coo...
27/12/2024

Mario- Warmblood/ Stockhorse 2yo Gelding
EMH 17.2hh
Sire: Laptop (IFS)
Dam: DJ Platinum Blonde (Stockhorse)

Mario is the coolest horse. Nothing phases him, he has been here and done it all before! The easiest young horse to educate and train!

He has been well educated since a baby and is easy to handle and do everything with. He trucks, floats, ties up, goes on the walker, has baths and knows how to lunge.

Good to catch in the paddock, and easy for the farrier to trim.

Half brother (Same Sire) as my super jumping mare Lilo (see photos)

This is the most heartbreaking sale, but due to the demands of my business I need to be realistic about how much time I have.

$15,000

Located Barnawartha, VIC

Koyuna White Sambuca Odette- SOLD6yo, 16hh MareAustralian sport horse x WarmbloodSire: Koyuna QuarterbackDam: Koyuna Imp...
27/12/2024

Koyuna White Sambuca Odette- SOLD

6yo, 16hh Mare
Australian sport horse x Warmblood

Sire: Koyuna Quarterback
Dam: Koyuna Impression

Odette is a sweet mare who tries hard to please and is very trainable.

Green, but no dirt. She is established in the contact in walk, trot, and canter and has basic laterals.

Has been ridden around the farm and down the road with no issues.

She is bold and brave over fences, showing a nice shape and has the potential to go further.

Currently barefoot, easy to catch, trim, float, truck, etc.

Easy to handle on the ground, a sweet mare who wants to be your friend.

She would suit a capable teen wanting a nice project to bring on.

I brought Odette to bring on as my next Eventer, but she is a bit thick in the wind for what I want her for.

$3900

PLEASE NOTE: This mare is not in work- hence current price.

Located: Barnawartha, Vic

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23/12/2024

Want a chance to win? Head over to Instagram and give us a follow to be in the draw! Just over 24 hours to go!

📣 COMING IN 2025 📣We have so many people asking for help or wanting to learn more than just riding. Perhaps you want to ...
22/12/2024

📣 COMING IN 2025 📣

We have so many people asking for help or wanting to learn more than just riding. Perhaps you want to get your first horse or are unsure on how or what to do in situations.

The hands-on learning is exactly that- the opportunity to learn all those extra things, so you can keep yourself and your horse safe.

You can bring your own horse, or horses can be supplied.

We are excited to be working with a range of different professionals throughout the series to make sure we have everything covered!

You can book online- for one session or as many as you would like to attend. Spots are limited so don't muck around

BOOK NOW: https://jw-equestrian.square.site/

Any questions or queries, send us a PM or contact Jade on 0418 415 159

Stuck for what to get that hard to buy for person? Let us take the hard work out of Christmas for you. A voucher sent st...
22/12/2024

Stuck for what to get that hard to buy for person?

Let us take the hard work out of Christmas for you. A voucher sent straight to your inbox 📥 no driving in crazy Christmas traffic needed!

Send us a message or get in touch with Jade on 0418 415 159

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12yo Matilda having her first canter on 3yo Thunder 🦄 Thunder came to us as a 2yo from @weeding_racing he had the nature of a 20yo horse, and in the words of Craig himself, "galloped like he was 90yo" I convinced Suz to take him on, give him a spell some time to grow, and she wouldn't regret it . . . . She asked if the horse was worth it for a divorce- OF COURSE! This is Thunders 3rd ride back from a spell, Matilda's second ride on him, and her first canter - pretty different from her small Pony 🐎 We think Thunder is a dead set legend 🫶

Martha's last day of work before her holiday vs. her first day back 🙈🙈🙈

The JW Equestrian Christmas party was a success 🙌 Thanks to my hard-working team, who make it all possible ❤️ 🎥 @chameleoncreativeco

@millliearmstrong is the winner of our Christmas giveaway 🎁 Send us a PM to book your lesson!

If you didn't finish your week off with a ride up the road on Noddy, singing songs, you have it all wrong. This is one of my favourite small humans, who loves a good sing-along, pink, and doesn't take crap from anybody - so who am I to refuse her song choices! Don't change Ivy. You are one of a kind ❤️

Everyone should be this excited to come riding

Nimbus and Scribble coming back from a trot down the road, in some pretty ordinary weather 🌧 Road rides ✔️ Wet weather ✔️ Good behaviour ✔️✔️✔️ Both these boys are looking for new homes for Christmas 🦄🎄 @weeding_racing @rv_offthetrack

Two for the price of one?

My favourite baby pony is growing up 🤩 Ever consistent for a ribbon at every start (except that first horse trials where the Cross Country start was right next to her dressage arena, that was too much for a baby pony 😅), she finished on her dressage score for 5th in her first 80cm start at Mansfield 🦄

Looking for short-term holiday agistment? We have you sorted! We will be offering full care holiday agistment- LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE 🦄 Horse safe fencing and gates 🦄 Automatic waters 🦄 Shelters in every paddock 🦄 Rugs changed as needed 🦄 Feed and hay twice per day (happy to work in with diet requirements). 🐎 With our 6 Horse walker, we also have the ability to keep your horse fit and ticking over while you are away enjoying your break Send us a message 📩 or give Jade a call on 0418 415 159 to discuss further

Martha wasn't playing the Dressage game with me this weekend 🤦‍♀️ Rose took one for the team, getting ribbons for both tests 🦄 Horses 🤷‍♀️

D DAY ALL DONE 🏆

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