Perfect Plaits

25/09/2025

REMINDER! Waikato turnout clinic 4TH OCTOBER

Final call for BYO horse bookings is this Sunday arvo so I can confirm with Ohaupo Equestrian Centre yards for the clinic!

Space for 3 more byo horse bookings and plenty of spectator spots

21/09/2025

SATURDAY 4TH OCTOBER - TURNOUT CLINIC Equestrian Centre

See below advert for details (and other posts on my page) and get in touch via email asap to book!

Message me via email or fb for any further questions.

20/09/2025

🪡🧵WAIKATO TURNOUT CLINIC OCTOBER🪡🧵
Looking at running the turnout clinic for Waikato area on Saturday 4th October at Ohaupo Equestrian Centre . (Will consider the sunday if enough cant come to Saturday)

Want to take your horse’s turnout to the next level? Book now for for hands-on, interactive clinics designed to help you master the art of presentation!

What’s Included?
☑️Expert tips on plaiting & banding
☑️Product recommendations for a flawless finish
☑️Coat health & preparation secrets
☑️Quarter markers & final touches for the show ring
☑️Live demos & plenty of practice time!

Bring your own horse to get hands-on experience, or join as a spectator to soak up all the knowledge. Perfect for riders of all levels who want to sharpen their skills

Cost is $60 + GF for a BYO horse option or $25 for spectators

Please message me asap to register for this clinic - if enough interest will run two clinics in a day. Prior bookings are essential.

16/08/2025

Freshen up your turnout skills for the 2025/26 season by attending a Turnout Clinic in October - December!

⌚️ Looking at running a few clinics on a Saturday/Sunday in the Waikato and BOP (namely Tauranga, Taupo, Rotorua) regions (open to other BOP areas if enough interest)
🪡 I am very experienced in all aspects of turnout and also can help with product choice to suit your needs
🙋‍♀️ Highly popular and sought after clinics with BYO horse or spectator options!

04/06/2025

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31/05/2025

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06/05/2025

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Magnesium Body Butter - I have been using this lil beauty for 2 months now. Started onto it when I begun my new job which is outdoors and very physically demanding on my body and was having lots of sore muscles. I also have two significant ankle issues causing lots of pain and often swelling after long day on feet.

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03/04/2025

If you are after lovely photos for the Wendy Richards Memorial Dressage Show this April - flick Chontelle a message to book in !

Your View Photography

Your View Photography will be attending Dressage Rotorua - Wendy Richards Memorial Show 2025

06/03/2025

🔥 Expressions of Interest – Turnout Clinics 2025/2026! 🔥

Want to perfect your turnout skills and get your horse looking competition-ready? These hugely popular clinics are back—bigger and better than ever!

🐴 Hands-On & Spectator Options:
✔ Bring your own horse for hands-on learning
✔ Or attend as a spectator and soak up the knowledge

📍 Locations:
🏇 Bay of Plenty, Waikato & South Auckland (other areas will be considered dependent on genuine interest)

📅 When?
🌟 2025/2026 season—plus potential clinics in March/April!

These interactive, highly informative sessions have helped countless riders level up their skills—don’t miss out!

📩 Register your interest now!

Please note, I am no longer providing turnout/plaiting at events other than the occasional work for a single rider/team of riders at dressage/showing/eventing as have a young child and a regular job.

27/02/2025

My good friend and well known show rider Rebecca Aplin has a few spaces available as per description below:

✨HOY Turnout✨

I have some spaces Friday-Sunday and time for plaiting every evening.

PLEASURE RING competitors in particular get in quick! she will book up fast

Please PM Rebecca Aplin to book 😊

16/02/2025

Aspin & Co Love Lace Breeches - Dark GREY for SALE 👌

Size Large (12 - 14) and BRAND NEW, only worn to try on once inside, never been near a horse.

Such beautiful breeches and the fit is lovely - this colour is no longer available from Aspin & Co so feel free to contact me to purchase! I am more of a 16 now, so will never wear them.

$115.00 + postage or can be collected from Tauranga