Groot Roosboom Livery

10/10/2024

Pre-Goudini walkies 🐎🐾

14/09/2024

14/09/2024

What a lovely ride at Maastricht Wines today 🐎

Thanks DRASA (Distance Riding Association of South Africa) for hosting a ride here. All the riders enjoyed themselves thoroughly.

Ingrid Owen Sportography your pics are spectacular as always. You & Candace are a great team 🙏🥂

08/09/2024

Camp 1
Sep 25th 9:00 - 13:00
This camp is aimed for kids aged 12 and up that are able to walk, trot and canter comfortably and have got the basics down, no extensive experience required!
R350 per person

Camp 2
Sep 26th & 27th 9:00 - 13:00
This camp is open to all ages although more aimed for kids between the ages of 7 and 14, no experience required! Never touched a horse before? No problem! We will be happy to have you and introduce you to the wonderful world of horses.
R350 per day per person or R600 for both days.

Feel free to contact Karli on 072 399 5442 with any questions!

02/09/2024

Entries are open for the 14 Sept DRASA (Distance Riding Association of South Africa) ride here in our valley 🐎

26/08/2024

We're very excited about the DRASA (Distance Riding Association of South Africa) ride that will be held at our yard on 14 September 🐎

Here's all the info. Book your spot asap 🐴

11/08/2024

Why would you own and manage a livery yard business? 🐴

I've been reflecting a lot lately on why I continue to run a livery yard business. Despite the long hours, hard work, and all the challenges that come with it - like dealing with labour issues, horse injuries, and maintenance - it can sometimes feel overwhelming and even take away from the joy of it all. But it's important to remember the deeper reasons behind why I started this journey.

The primary reason I run a livery yard is my deep love for horses. With my own horses and the space available, I wanted to create an environment where other horses can experience the benefits of herd life in a natural setting.

Running a livery yard isn’t about sponsoring the upkeep of my own horses. It’s driven by a deep passion for horses and a commitment to providing them with a natural, happy environment.

It’s certainly not about the money—anyone who runs a yard knows it’s not a profitable venture. The costs of maintenance and reliable grooms are significant and ongoing. The responsibility is immense, and it often means lying awake at night worrying about the horses during a storm or managing complaints that come with the job.

But despite the challenges and the lack of financial gain, the true reward is seeing the horses play, flourish, and be content. That joy is what motivates me every day.

Thank you for supporting my passion and allowing me to share it with others! 🐴🫶

09/08/2024

Couldn’t say it better myself 🙏

As a barn owner, the hardest line you'll ever draw is the boundary of who you allow in and who you allow to stay.

A friendly reminder to my fellow trainers (and any horse person in general)-

-Nobody is worth your peace of mind..if they cost you your peace, kick them out!

- No one can buy your trust, when you see their true actions...believe them.

- If they can't respect you or the facility, they need to leave.

- No amount of money is worth harboring negative energy in your work and play atmosphere.

I am done trying to hatch bad eggs. I am no longer willing to try to fix, help, slave or suffer for those not willing to give the same effort or at the least carry themselves with class and integrity.

Say it with me friends:

Your barn, your rules. And your happy place. If they don't like it, they can leave.

Customer service should not feel like slavery. You shouldn't feel uncomfortable when people pull into your barn driveway. Stick to your guts. And your boundaries. 💕

- Ian Baese O’Connor

📸 Kaly Madison Photography

17/06/2024

A fun and eventful outride this morning. Rewarded with beautiful views and great company along the way. Whoohooo 🐎

01/06/2024

23/08/2023

Well done Kijana Retief! You & Bakhir are a great team and everyone here at the yard’s very proud of you guys.

We love watching you & look forward to see what the future holds 🔥🏆🐎

Kijana and Bakhir: The Winner's Circle...

In the midst of tough regional competition, Kijana and her trusty partner, Bakhir, faced formidable rivals. Bakhir, though small in stature, resembled a brave David standing up to towering Goliaths among their competitors.
Their hard work paid off with 6th and 7th place ribbons in the divisions: Working Hunter and Equitation, clear proof of their determination despite the odds. Yet, the sought-after red ribbon, the ultimate prize, remained out of reach...

As the last day of the competition approached, the atmosphere crackled with suspense. The first round of Jumping got off to a rocky start with a penalty, shattering their hopes. With everything on the line, Kijana and Bakhir entered the final round, where seconds separated victory from defeat.

They charged through the course with remarkable speed and precision, defying expectations. At the climax of this intense battle, Kijana and Bakhir achieved the improbable - they finally claimed the elusive red ribbon. It was a tribute to their unyielding spirit, unbreakable bond, and remarkable journey to triumph.

Kijana also shared a beautiful tribute to Bakhir:

"You are a great Champion. When you ran, the ground shook, the sky opened and mere mortals parted. They parted the way to victory, where you'll meet me in the Winner's Circle; where I'll put a blanket of flowers on your back."

14/08/2023

Thanks Hello Kiki Photography you always capture all the best moments so well 😍🐎

14/08/2023

We had so much fun at our riding school, Highland Riding Academy’s jumping show this past weekend.

Thanks for a fun, but well organised show Karli Moolman 🐎🏆

10/08/2023

Good luck Kijana Retief & Bakhir. Rooting for you all the way 🏆🐎🙏

11/06/2023

Winter sure is beautiful ☘️

It’s not my favourite season, it’s hard on the horses, their riders too 🥶🐎

But it makes beautiful pictures and brings the promise of good summer grazing 🙏

📷 PRO Tish 😂

08/06/2023

Kijana & Bakhir at Sanesa Cape Metro and West Coast Q1 & Q2 recently.

They make it look so easy 🐎

Ronel Sprangers Retief

27/04/2023

Kijana & Bakhir doing us proud at the Sanesa Cape Metro and West Coast trials recently.

They got a 1st place for the equitation & working hunter classes.

Well done you two, we love to watch you glide over those jumps 🐎👏🥇🏆

📹 Ronel Sprangers Retief