With its roots deeply intertwined with the rich tapestry of South African history, this remarkable breed embodies the spirit of the nation in its hardiness, versatility, and indomitable character. Whether you're a seasoned equestrian enthusiast or a curious newcomer to the world of horses, the Boerperd's unique heritage and exceptional qualities are bound to captivate your imagination. Join us on Wednesday night to discover the captivating story and enduring legacy of these extraordinary horses,...
Oct 04, 2023•49 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Regenerative medicine is booming as an active area of research focused on developing and applying new cell and tissue therapies for equine optimisation, recovery, and performance. Regenerative veterinary medicine involves collecting a horse's naturally occurring, healing cells and growth factors, concentrating them, then returning them to the damaged tissue where they are needed most to accelerate repair. This week we speak to Alexandra Miszweski, founder and CEO of Novita Biotechnology and Rege...
Sep 28, 2023•55 min•Season 1Ep. 45
Neurofeedback takes advantage of the brain's ability to change and adapt in response to its environment, known as Neuroplasticity. By repeatedly training the brain towards more balanced patterns, Neurofeedback promotes healthy neural connections, neural flexibility and overall brain function. This leads to improved mood, reduced anxiety and enhanced competitive performance whilst eliminating riding fear in equestrians. This week we speak to neuroscience executive coach Natalie Fourie, who holds ...
Sep 26, 2023•59 min•Season 1Ep. 45
Show jumping is an incredible sport for riders and spectators looking for an exciting, yet accuracy-driven sport. It requires skill from both horse and rider and shows off some of the best athleticism in the horse community as riders must balance speed, precision, and control while jumping over a variety of obstacles, often against the clock. We welcome competitor, coach, and president of Gauteng Showjumping Belinda Martin in studio this week to explain this sport in more detail to us, some basi...
Sep 19, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 43
Arena Stewards & Competitive Tack Invigilation - What YOU Need To Know! In this episode we dial in to the South African National Showjumping Championships, being held this week at the Stokkiesdraai Equestrian Centre in Brits. Arena steward Barbara Lovell takes time out from overseeing this massive show to speak to us about not only what goes into the incredibly tough but essential job of stewarding, but also takes us into the legalities of what stewards are checking in and out of the arenas,...
Aug 31, 2023•41 min•Season 1Ep. 42
DISCIPLINE SPOTLIGHT: SHOWING This week we speak to national judge, competitor, president of Western Cape Showing and all-round equestrian enthusiast Taryn Stebbing about the beautiful discipline of showing, and what it stands to offer all horses and riders. Showing is an equestrian discipline which strives to exhibit perfect examples of particular types or breeds of horses and ponies. It encourages attention to detail and pride of presentation, and offers a wonderful opportunity to develop a go...
Aug 31, 2023•55 min•Season 1Ep. 41
ProBreed Interview with Equine Reproduction Specialist Dr Anna Grabowska We will be discussing comprehensive, advanced, diagnostic and therapeutic methods for efficient and safe horse breeding, and looking into what goes into this incredible process for an ideal outcome for all. Equine reproduction particularly refers to the human-directed process of selective breeding of animals, particularly purebred horses of a given breed to produce specifically desired characteristics, but we will be discus...
Aug 31, 2023•39 min•Season 1Ep. 40
With so much myth and madness circulating about pony heights and the impacts thereof, we are engaging national and FEI veterinarian Dr Sheelagh Higgerty, along with SAEF judicial representative Peter Swanepoel to help us understand it all. Please join us Wednesday at 7pm with all your questions, and be sure you get it From The Horse's Mouth!
Aug 31, 2023•34 min•Season 1Ep. 39
Working Equitation is a thrilling new international discipline currently sweeping across the equestrian world, and it was so wonderful to be able to interview international coach, trainer & judge Jorge Parreira, all the way from Portugal where this sport has its elegant and exciting roots. South African Working Equitation (ZAWE) president Jonothan Harrison explains how this fills a gap in equestrian sport by providing a challenge at which a variety of breeds, with backgrounds from many disci...
Jul 26, 2023•29 min
Shows are a highlight for many equestrians, but in order for the competitive amongst us to enjoy this element of our sport it requires a team of tenacious, experienced, and insightful administrators to facilitate this experience. We don't often realise the effort and demands that go into this... until things go wrong, that is! So tonight it makes sense that we speak to the backbone of one of the biggest showholding bodies and competition venues in South Africa, Heather Mpofu from Kyalami Equestr...
Jul 20, 2023•53 min
Wednesday night we chat to Douglas Welsh, the current president of Eventing South Africa, FEI Level II course designer, World Equestrian Games competitor, and general eventing enthusiast to discuss Eventing, sometimes referred to as 'horse trials', is a unique combination of three phases – dressage, cross-country over fixed fences, and show-jumping, similar to triathlons for equestrians but with a whole lot more thrill. Each of the three phases is designed to test the horse's - and rider's - com...
Jul 13, 2023•31 min
Podcast: Winter Management of Your Equines This week we have Dr Rissa Parker back in the studio to discuss how nutritional requirements can change with the colder months and quality of grass, as well as other pertinent issues for all equestrians: - How do you ensure your horse stays hydrated? - When is it time to clip? - What weather is blanket weather? - What does the change in wet mean for hooves? Dial in and ask all YOUR questions of our expert this Wednesday at 7pm!
Jun 29, 2023•53 min
This week we look towards the institution, growth and (ahem) development of the SAEF's development portfolio under the newly-appointed National Development Officer, Mariette van Jaarsveld. Sports development initiatives may include creating or strengthening: opportunities to participate in sport, volunteering and administration, coaching and coach education frameworks, community engagement programmes, projects targeting specific demographics within a sport, fundraising strategies, entry level to...
Jun 15, 2023•1 hr 4 min
A verbal agreement isn't worth the paper it's written on." - Sam Goldwyn This week we delve into all things legal as we discuss contracts with Tracey Lomax-Nixon (BA LLB) to help clarify the muddy waters around lease agreements, livery contracts, sales agreements, and more. Discover the legal pitfalls of buying and selling horses under South African law, as well as public liability implications for yards, owners, and instructors. This is your opportunity to procure some excellent legal insights ...
Jun 08, 2023•1 hr 12 min
What does an equine physiotherapist do? Whether your horse is a leisure or performance horse, the therapeutic purpose of a veterinary physiotherapy treatment is to promote musculoskeletal health and psychological well-being in order to allow for improved suppleness and extensibility of movement. We speak to Sasha Chelin (B.Sc Physio) this week about what it takes to become an equine physiotherapist, how it can help your horse, when to call the physio, and three things you can do to help promote ...
May 31, 2023•54 min
We love sharing online! Many equestrians around the world have embraced social media channels to promote themselves, stay in touch with friends, and raise important issues. Done right, social media can be a great tool for connecting, communicating, and educating. On the flip side, it can be a toxic space for misinformation and bullying, and potentially land parties in legal hot water. We speak to fellow equestrian and SA's leading social media law expert, Emma Sadleir, about the intersection of ...
May 18, 2023•49 min
THE REASSURANCE OF INSURANCE... What You Need To Know About Covering Your Horse (And Yourself!) Many a horse owner has been faced with a grave decision as to whether they can afford the veterinary care required to save their horse's life , especially regarding surgery. It’s never something we want to think about but when faced with a decision based on how much you are able to spend on your horse’s medical care, having insurance afford peace peace of mind and removes some stress and pressure, kno...
May 11, 2023•1 hr 7 min
POLOCROSSE: Discipline spotlight, international competition and the World Cup 2024 Tonight, fresh from the wonderful experience of touring and playing abroad, we speak to our passionate polocrosse players. Join us as we meet the Polocrosse SA President and his team to learn more about this thrilling equestrian sport, how you can get involved with it and what it entails, plus more about the excellent news that SA will play host to the Polocrosse World Cup in 2024 and how this will spur developmen...
May 04, 2023•58 min
THE HIDDEN HANDS THAT MOVE OUR HORSES: Equine Logistics & Trucking This week we continue our dive into equestrian transport by speaking to Peter Choice, a veteran in the world of trucking horses nationwide in South Africa since 2000. We talk about the nitty gritty of travelling horses safely and happily for competition and relocation, considering things like: - the best way to travel horses - preparing horses for movement - administration requirements - things to look for in trucks - how imp...
Apr 26, 2023•30 min
It's not a bird but it is a plane, and your horse is inside. Before 1972 horses were transported internationally by ship, which was a long and difficult journey. Then it all changed, and now thousands of horses every year are ferried on cargo planes between competitions, owners relocating, and even stud duties. We speak to one of the Supermen of the equestrian aviation industry, owner of Steed Equine Express, James White. James has flown some 300 horses around the world over the 12 last years an...
Apr 20, 2023•1 hr 2 min
SANESA is the South African National Equestrian Schools Association and is a vibrant and dynamic structure, acknowledged by the South African Equestrian Federation and SASCOC. It was established to promote all forms of equestrian sport within South Africa’s schools’ community, and as such falls under the auspices of the Department of Basic Education. We speak to Jan Joubert, president of SANESA and a passionate equestrian and breeder himself, about the mission and function of this structure with...
Apr 13, 2023•1 hr 12 min
This week Kyalami Park hosts what many see as the highlight of the annual Toyota Easter Festival: the top four juniors vying for one of the richest prizes in youth sport, the Philip Smith Memorial Equitation Championship. We speak to co-organiser and committee member Jenni Wyllie along with national judge Gregory Goss about this prestigious event, as well as how equitation helps to shape the youth and sport. We also have a previous winner and special guest Alexa Stais dialing in from Europe to t...
Apr 06, 2023•37 min
"Coaching is the universal language of change and learning." Bob Nardelli said that without coaching, people can never reach their maximum capabilities, which makes this week's topic a fundamental foundation to our entire sport, from grassroots to high performance. We speak to the SAEF Lead Coach of the national coaching commission, Regula Niehaus, about her last two years spearheading South Africa's first coach development programme through Dressage South Africa, what the coaching commission wi...
Mar 30, 2023•47 min
A healthy happy horse from the inside out This week you get to ask veterinarian and nutrition enthusiast Dr Rissa Parker of Glen Austin Veterinary Clinic everything you've ever wanted to know about feeding your horse! We have a look at some of the common myths and misconceptions about equine nutrition, and what choices you as an owner can make to keep your horse happy and healthy from the inside out. We'll be discussing things like ideal roughage to concentrate ratios, what ingredients you shoul...
Mar 23, 2023•1 hr 2 min
Joint health, care, & treatment in the equine athlete This week we are joined by Tracey Finch, owner of EquiproVet, and Dr Patrick Martin (BvSc) as we discuss one of the hottest topics across all equestrian disciplines. Tune in and ask the experts while we simplify what supplements are the best for each specific need, what new treatments are available, and how we can all do the best for the longevity and soundness of our equine athletes and best friends.
Mar 16, 2023•56 min
DISCIPLINE SPOTLIGHT: ENDURANCE On its simplest level, endurance riding is a sport whereby the horse and rider take on a long-distance ride at a set speed, often in the grips of a highly competitive environment. In this respect, endurance riding requires mere stamina and the drive to push both yourself and your horse through the distances to come out victorious. But in reality, endurance riding is this and so much more. Endurance riding allows you, the rider, the opportunity to experience beauti...
Mar 09, 2023•1 hr 9 min
The SAEF podcast talks to a South African success story! Tune in and have your questions ready for this Protea competitor, trainer, and general crowd pleaser... Nothing could be tougher than his track record! International showjumper Oliver Lazarus is based in Valkenswaard, Holland, where he trains and competes from, but he still finds time to come back home and be involved with development and welfare. A two time WEG competitor, we are so excited for him to share some insights of what it takes ...
Mar 02, 2023•54 min
SAEFGUARDING ROLLOUT: What you need to know "You make sure your horse is safe... What about your child?" Safeguarding is a term used to denote measures taken to protect the health, well-being and human rights of individuals, which allow people, especially children and vulnerable adults, to live free from harassment, abuse and exploitation. We speak to SAEF National Safeguarding Officer Tanya van Meelis about this important initiative, how it will help the sport, and how YOU can get involved....
Feb 16, 2023•41 min
Equine Dentistry 101 with Dr Hildegard Setzkorn Equine dentistry is the practice of dentistry in horses, involving the study, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders and conditions of the oral cavity, maxillofacial area as well as the adjacent and associated structures. Dentistry has seen massive developments over the last decade, and we are fortunate to have guest Dr Hildegard Setzkorn of Chartwell Equine Clinic in the studio to share her extensive knowledge and passion on t...
Feb 09, 2023•57 min
The SAEF had the opportunity to speak to Professor Natalie Waran, chairperson of the Equine Ethics and Wellbeing Commission, at the FEI General Assembly in November. The FEI believes that all who are involved with horses should be aware of the responsibility they have for horse welfare, as well as the impact that equestrian activities and horses have on the environment. In June 2022, in response to growing public concern over global challenges such as climate change, resource use and animal welf...
Dec 08, 2022•23 min
