Charl Oosthuysen Stables - Top-Quality American Saddlebred Care & Training

22/10/2025

Soooo mooi! Baie trots op ons Olivia… 🤩

18/10/2025

13/10/2025

Jy maak ons trots Lizandi…

WP - SAALPERD KAMPIOENSKAPPE - ROBERTSON.
Lizandie van Zyl en The Persuader het aan die finale rondte proewe vir insluiting in die Western Cape Saddleseat span deelgeneem. Die aankondiging van die span vind later plaas. Baie sterkte!
1ste plek in Driegang Plesierperd ruiters 11- 14jr.
3de plek medalje in die Groot Kampioen Driegang Plesierperd ruiters alle ouderdomme.

12/10/2025

🚨 FINAL HOURS! 🚨
WPSSA 🐴 Auction 2025 ENDS TONIGHT!
🗓️ Sunday 12 October
⏰ Closes 20:00 SHARP!
✅ Click image to VIEW • REGISTER • BID – don’t miss out!

Contact Dinette Snyman for help or queries!

👉 https://showhorsesales.biz/auctions/ #!/auctions/57675f5c-d864-4541-b8b1-73993054807a?ic=30

07/10/2025

Anyone from the public can view and place bids on the WP Sub-Union online auction. You don’t need to be a member, rider, or even part of the Saddlebred community — the auction is open to all supporters.

📣 The WP Saddlebred Online Auction goes LIVE tomorrow!
🗓️ Viewing opens 7 October
💥 Bidding runs from Friday 10 October, 08:00 to Sunday 12 October, 20:00

Get ready to explore an incredible selection of auction lots and support the Western Province Saddlebred Sub-Union in our mission to preserve and promote the Saddlebred breed.

As a non-profit organisation, we rely on fundraising efforts like this auction to make our shows possible — including the annual WP Championships at the Robertson Show in October and our qualifying Streek Skoue in Moorreesburg and Riversdal.

These shows are the heartbeat of our province — they create opportunities for young riders, keep our sport thriving, and ensure WP stands strong on the national stage.

✨ By supporting this auction, you’re investing in tradition, excellence, and community.
Even if you’re not part of the Saddlebred world, every bid helps make a lasting difference.

👉 Visit the link below to view the lots and get ready to bid:
🔗 https://showhorsesales.biz/auctions/ #!/auctions/57675f5c-d864-4541-b8b1-73993054807a?ic=30

17/09/2025

Thank you WP we are ready and excited…

🐴 Just 3 Weeks to Go! 🐴
The Robertson Lenteskou is galloping closer - from 7 to 11 October, the spotlight is on elegance, stamina, and Saddlehorse brilliance!

Get ready for breathtaking performances, graceful strides, and that unmistakable WPSSU spirit. From polished hooves to polished performances, our riders and horses are training hard to make every step count.

📍Robertson is where tradition meets talent, so saddle up and get ready!

10/09/2025

✨🐴 Client Spotlight: The Chadinha Family 🐴✨

What an absolute joy it is to have the Chadinha family as part of our stables! 🌟 This is truly a family where the love for horses runs deep — with dad, mom, and daughter all shining in the show ring.

💫 Olivia Chadinha – our little superstar under 10 – is a natural talent. With her park horse, Royal Sultan, and her three-gaited horse, Rare Success, she continues to impress time after time. Always right at the top of her classes, she shows an incredible ability to listen, learn, and bring out the very best in her horses. A true pleasure for Charl to train, Olivia rides with eagerness, joy, and an instinct well beyond her years.

💫 Lani Chadinha is a powerhouse in the saddle with her five-gaited horse, Handsome Warrior. Stylish, elegant, and focused — she and Handsome Warrior light up every class they step into.

💫 Frans Chadinha completes the trio with his three-gaited park horse, November’s Pride. Dedicated, passionate, and always immaculately turned out, Frans not only shines in the ring but is also the first to lend a helping hand behind the scenes — something we truly value in our stable family.

✨ Together, the Chadinhas set such a beautiful example of teamwork, dedication, and love for the sport. From their immaculate turnout and attention to detail, to the warmth and positivity they bring to every show, they are truly a pleasure to ride and show alongside.

Here’s to many more memories, successes, and special moments with this incredible family and their horses! 🐴❤️

10/09/2025

Ons harte bars van trots oor Lizandi van Zyl 💫
Sy gee nooit op nie — dag na dag, oefen na oefen, hou sy aan met ’n vasberadenheid wat regtig inspirerend is. 🐴✨ Nou begin ons dit duidelik sien in haar plasings: die selfvertroue, die styl, en die vrugte van haar harde werk.

Lizandi en haar perd, The Persuader, het oor tyd ’n onbreekbare band opgebou, en dit wys in elke oomblik. 🌟 Hulle is besig om hul eie stempel af te druk. 🐎🔥

Lizandie van Zyl het die afgelope naweek aan die WP Saalperd Streekskou in Moorreesburg deelgeneem. Hiermee haar uitslae:
🥇 1ste plek: 3-Gang Plesierperd (ruiters 11–14 jaar)
🥇 1ste plek: 3-Gang Plesierperd Ruiterkuns (ruiters 18 jaar en jonger)
🥉 3de plek: Groot Kampioen 3-Gang Plesierperd (alle ouderdomme)
🥉 3de plek: 5-Gang Kinderryperd (ruiters 11–14 jaar)
Western Cape Saddleseat:
In die 1ste rondte van die WP-span proewe het sy ’n algehele 2de plek behaal. Baie geluk Lizandie!

09/09/2025

🌟🐴 Big smiles, brave hearts & proud moments! 🐴🌟

This weekend was extra special as we got to watch Faiz Gasiep shine in his very first class with his horse X-Factor. ✨ He did an absolutely amazing job and was just a little bright star in the ring — we couldn’t be prouder! 💫

And his sister, Razia Gasiep, stole hearts in the Lead Rein Under 8 Class with her beautiful horse Nite Off All. 🌹 Such a brave little girl on such a big horse — riding with pure joy and confidence, and proving herself to be a true superstar already! 🌈🐴💖

It’s moments like these that remind us why we love this sport so much — the way horses bring out the very best in children. 🌟 Their smiles, their courage, their growth … it’s just magical to witness.

A huge thank you to our trainer, Charl, whose passion and incredible gift for working with children shines through every step. 🌟 With his guidance, we know these two are on their way to becoming something truly special.

We’re so excited for this brother-and-sister duo as they begin their journey in the Under 8 and Under 10 divisions — and we can’t wait to see where the future takes them! 🐴💫

09/09/2025

🌟🐴 What an absolute thrill it was to watch Luka Nel & Victory Power light up the arena this weekend! ✨💃

Their qualifying class was nothing short of breathtaking 💥 … and then to come back and take the Three-Gaited Child Riding Horse Championship on Saturday 🏆 had the whole crowd on their feet! 👏🔥

At just 16 years old, Luka’s bond with Victory Power is pure magic — the kind of connection that makes you smile just watching them together 🌈🐴💖.

A huge thank you to her amazing mom, Aneen, for capturing these jaw-dropping shots 📸 … memories as stunning as the moments themselves!

We couldn’t be prouder of this superstar pair 🌟 and we’re so excited for their season ahead — especially their run at the Robertson Showgrounds! 💫🐴