Belle is an absolute superstar competing and established at Advanced level. She is a stunning, sensationally moving horse that is also completely safe and trustworthy. At this level, these safe and sound schoolmaster horses are few and far between - especially in this  ‘just under 16hh’ prized package!

Conformation: Belle is a classic example of a modern dressage horse - she is built ‘uphill’ and is the picture of strength, balance and symmetry.

Education and experience: Belle is the ultimate dressage horse - with results of up to 68% at Advanced! She has competed at major venues, remaining reliable and confident at all times and winning numerous titles.

Belle’s has all the ‘tricks’! Her ride-ability is unmatched with easy lateral work, consistent medium and extended paces, showing talent for piaffe and passage.

Belle is the same at home, as she is at competitions, whether outdoors or indoors. She is very calm and reliable being produced by an adult amateur, as well as competed by para riders and juniors. Belle has benefited from exposure to life outside of ‘being a dressage horse’, attending interschool competitions and shows. She has been given time to mature and develop at an appropriate and healthy pace.

Belle likes a variety of work, is safe on the trail, being ridden bareback, at the river and swimming in dams. Belle is not concerned by farm life - tractors, trucks, motorbikes, livestock, dogs or other pets.

General demeanour under saddle: Belle is responsive and willing. She is soft and 'light' in the bridle and willingly 'collects'. Belle works with a consistent contact in both a snaffle and double bridle. She is tolerant of rider mistakes and is straightforward enough for capable and confident amateur or young riders to enjoy and compete.

Current workload/ fitness: Belle is in work 5 times a week and is competing. She does not need to be ridden regularly to be safe and her behaviour is not affected by a spell.

Handling: Belle is super safe and is well mannered on the ground.She is safe for junior and even child handlers. Belle is easy to catch, lead and handle - for farrier,  picking out feet, grooming and washing. Belle loads into float and truck very easily, stands quietly when travelling and unloads calmly. She is easy and calm to clip. 

Behaviour: Belle is a confidence builder and a true schoolmistress who is safe for novice riders under instruction - she even gives pony rides to children!

Belle is absolutely safe with no buck, bolt, rear and she is not looky or spooky.

Feeding and management: Belle is fed easisport and fibre essentials when in full work. 

Medical history: Belle is 100% sound and without issues, she has ‘clean’ xrays that are less than 3 months old, that were taken for insurance purposes.

Rider Suitability: While safe for a novice rider, Belle’s owner feels that an intermediate rider who can ride her effectively will be the best fit.

Reason for sale: Belle is extremely reluctantly for sale as her owner’s daughter showjumps and that takes all her time and focus. Her current lease rider is in year 12 and will no longer have the time to ride Belle in the future.