BluemoonEquestrian
About us
A Fourways community dedicated to riders, horses, and the profession.
Whether you are taking your first steps in the saddle or aiming for competitive heights, Bluemoon balances technical skill with a deep respect for the horse.
Led by Nicky de Lange, the team provides instruction from premium facilities in Fourways through to EQASA-accredited career training. The mission is to help young riders turn passion into profession by building skills, confidence, and recognised qualifications.
Every champion starts with a single ride. We work in a safe, unpressurised environment where horses and riders thrive with patience. Potential is refined into performance, and performance into profession.
We specialise in the development of elite athletes and the preparation of equestrians for recognised industry qualifications.
Structured training systems combine technical precision, competitive strategy, and mental resilience - creating riders who excel in the arena and lead within the profession.
Every programme is designed with purpose. Every standard is intentional. Every athlete is developed to their full potential, and to command respect within the industry.
Bluemoon Equestrian is not simply a training facility. It is a pathway to podium performance and professional distinction.
The people who run the yard.
Head coach · educational facilitator · manager
Nicky has trained in numerous countries. She specialises in jumping biomechanics and helping riders overcome fear. With horses, she prefers producing young horses for other riders rather than competing herself. Equine biomechanical welfare is a core interest: she designs individual welfare and rehabilitation plans for acute and chronic conditions, working with veterinarians and specialists.
Coach and trainer · showjumping
Bryce grew up in the industry, training with Deb Moore at Horse Sense and at Bluemoon from childhood. He competed successfully in SANESA and young adult series, then focused on teaching - especially competitive junior riders. He coaches in-house and at external yards, and assists on the skills programme for grooms and instructors.
Assistant coach and trainer
Deneal started at Bluemoon in 2022 as a riding student, then joined the Equine Skills Programme and is studying towards EQASA Modules 3 and 4. She moved to Johannesburg to further her showjumping career and currently competes at 1.10 m on Trosky, a horse she produced herself. She teaches children and junior riders, supports Pretoria North clients, and assists Nicky in theory lessons for Module 1 and 2 students.
Head of marketing
Martinez leads brand strategy, digital presence, and client engagement, growing Bluemoon’s connection with riders, owners, and the wider horse community.
Working pupil
Gabriel joined in mid-2025 to train as a work rider and instructor. He assists with arenas, horse preparation, riding, yard duties, veterinary care, and research. He has completed EQASA Modules 1 and 2 and is working towards Module 3.
The veterinary, physiotherapy, and farriery network that supports the yard.
Veterinary · physiotherapy background
Jeanné qualified as a physiotherapist before completing her Bachelor of Veterinary Science at Onderstepoort, supporting early detection of biomechanical impairment and holistic treatment.
SAVC-registered veterinary physiotherapist
Keagan qualified from Equine-Librium College in 2020 and runs a mobile practice in Johannesburg North, focused on rehabilitation, injury prevention, and performance support. She has competed in Open Equitation and showjumping to 1.10 m.
Barefoot podiatry · equine bodywork
Wihan works with horses from retirees to competition athletes. Based in KwaZulu-Natal, he travels to Johannesburg. soulequine.co.za · 084 527 0633.
Lessons, livery, qualifications, or the Elite International Rider Immersion - start with a conversation.
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