Okusha International Equestrian Centre

22/07/2025

🎉 𝗬𝗼𝘂'𝗿𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗞𝗭𝗡 𝗧𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗽𝗲𝗴𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀! 🐎⚔️

Hold your breath as rider and steed thunder in perfect harmony – tent‑pe***ng is a display of speed, precision, and daring skill. At full gallop, riders wield swords and lances to strike ground‑pegs or airborne targets with pinpoint accuracy 🎯🔥

It’s a breathtaking dance of trust and timing between horse and rider.

📅 Don't miss this pulse‑racing showcase of equestrian excellence!
🎟️ 𝗡𝗼 𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗲𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 – 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆!

🐴✨ Come witness the ultimate test of courage, control, and equestrian art!

Link for directions 👇
https://maps.app.goo.gl/doAtUg1M3A4Z6TYg7

10/07/2025

🌟 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿 𝗔𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘁! 🌟

From first ride to national pride — we’re incredibly proud of our Peyton Barclay, who began her tentpe***ng journey right here at Okusha in 2023. In just over a year, she’s charged her way to the Junior KZN Provincial Team and now sets her sights on national and international glory. 🐎🔥

Her courage, discipline, and fierce determination embody the true Okusha spirit. Keep charging forward, Peyton — we’re behind you all the way! 💛🏆🇿🇦

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25/06/2025

𝗔 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗟𝗶𝗲𝘂𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗹 (𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱) 𝗣𝗮𝘁 𝗧𝗶𝘁𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗱: 𝗔 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝗲 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗻, 𝗛𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱

Today, we honor the life and legacy of Lieutenant Colonel (Retired) Pat Titlestad, a man whose contributions to both The Official Umvoti Mounted Rifles and the Okusha International Equestrian Centre have left an indelible mark on all who knew him.

Pat’s unwavering passion for horses and polo was matched only by his commitment to service. His vision and dedication helped forge a lasting connection between Okusha and the Umvoti Mounted Rifles—a bond that has enriched both communities for years.

Thanks to his leadership, we had the privilege of participating in the KZN Military Tattoo for many years, and riding proudly in the Freedom of Entry parade in eThekwini (Pietermaritzburg and Pinetown) as part of the Regiment’s 150th Anniversary celebration. These experiences remain highlights of our history, made possible by Pat’s tireless efforts and deep love for both the military and the equestrian world.

Thank you, “Uncle Pat,” for everything you’ve done to bring us together and for the legacy you leave behind.

Your spirit lives on in every ride, every salute, and in the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know you.

You will never be forgotten. Your legacy continues to inspire us all.

06/06/2025

🏇 𝗦𝗮𝗱𝗱𝗹𝗲 𝗨𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻 𝗨𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲! 🏇

Ready to elevate your riding skills and ignite your competitive edge? Join us at Turn & Burn Stud & Arena Events for an action-packed Tentpe***ng & Western Mounted Games Training Camp, hosted at the stunning Hay Barn in Lions River.

📅 Camp Dates: 30 June – 2 July 2025
🎯 Tentpe***ng Competitions: 3, 4, 5 July
📍 Location: The Hay Barn, D128 Dargle/Impendle Road, Lions River

This isn’t just a camp — it’s your next big leap in the saddle. Whether you're looking to sharpen your skills or compete at a higher level, our expert coaches are here to guide you every step of the way.

Why You Should Join:
🏆 Elite Coaching from Experienced Professionals
💪 Intense, Skill-Focused Training – 3 Sessions Daily
🏕️ Onsite Accommodation Available
🤝 A Fun, Supportive Community of Riders
🐎 An Authentic Turn & Burn Stud & Arena Signature Event

💰 Registration Fee: R350 per day (Food not included)
📞 Contact Dalene to Reserve Your Spot: 082 824 2914

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19/09/2024

The SA Championship (following the Inter-Provincial Tournament), a grand affair over three days, draws riders nationwide for ten different events. team, pair, and individual events.

With minimal time to acclimate, the challenge intensifies, requiring impeccably trained horses and riders to galloping side by side with swords and lances.

We are excited to welcome athletes from around the country, representing an array of clubs.

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14/09/2024

Tentpe***ng championship week unfolds in a whirlwind of excitement!

Picture the intense competitions: the Inter-Provincials, a single-day showdown, and the prestigious SA Championship spanning three exhilarating days.

Don't miss seeing the action LIVE:

📆 24 - 28 September 2024
📍Lions River Polo Club

FREE ENTRY!

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13/09/2024

The sport of Tentpe***ng, formerly known as Gymkhana, involves swords and lances, with which the rider has to strike an object at a full gallop. The bond of ...

07/09/2024

𝗜𝘁 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗴𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿... 𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿!

Join world renown industry expert, Bomber from Bombers Equestrian Equipment, and Tentpe***ng Women’s World Champion, Bev Baksa Heckroodt, for a bitting demonstration.

📆 Tuesday, 24 September 2024
📍Lions River Polo Club
🕑 13h00

Bomber started making bits in his garage over 30 years ago and was officially incorporated in 2001. It started with Bomber designing, manufacturing and testing the bits himself… through this process the Bombers bitting philosophy was established guiding his designs ever since.

By watching the frame and composure of a horse, and in particular its head, resistance can be identified and though incremental bitting changes, the Bombers Methodology can help make a good horse great!

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