Chapplehurst operates at Wakaya Park, a privately owned equestrian facility, in the beautiful Hunter Valley, in New South Wales, Australia. Specialising in giving horses the best possible start to their education, from weaning and handling, through to breaking-in, early education, and improving horses to peak performance condition. We are primarily a dressage-training establishment, but have devel
oped a methodology that enables us to improve horse performance for any discipline. In particular, the enhancement of natural rhythm/balance combined with dressage principles is producing extremely positive results in racehorses. The results of which are beginning to speak for themselves. Something which we are very proud of. We take on horses in preparation for racing (breaking-in / pre-training), or in need of ongoing short-term/long-term performance management. We also breed, train and compete a small number of Warmblood horses for the Equestrian discipline of Dressage. Producing quality horses and having a good understanding of their temperaments and characteristics to ensure compatibility with prospective buyers level of expertise and aspirations and a future of success. Dressage training for the rider is also an integral part of our business, offering private tuition available on location at Wakaya Park, or at various clinics held regularly around the country. Graham has trained two riders from humble beginnings right up to the highest level (Grand Prix). He has trained combinations that have won Young Horse competitions including the prestigious Dressage With The Stars competition in Melbourne. His simple, but effective, philosophy of riding is helpful to riders of all levels/disciplines/horse types in improving communication, improving performance and acheiving their goals. The Head Trainer and Director of Chapplehurst is Graham Chapple - an FEI level dressage competitor, with 15 years of riding and training in Europe. Specialising in dressage training and competition. Extensive experience riding in: Young Horse classes; Royal pony/hack classes; Auctions; polo; showjumping, track-riding and breaking in. With this sound knowledge of horse riding, training and care, Graham has developed a common philosophy of training that can be applied to horses and riders from a variety of disciplines. Make sure to visit our official website for further information, contact details and sales listing. http://www.chapplehurst.com.au
