Pienaardam Equestrian Centre (PEC) is proud to announce its partnership with the highly regarded equestrian professionals Gustav Lubcker and Bianca Müller, collectively known as G & B Equestrian.

This exciting collaboration has given rise to the newly established Pienaardam Equestrian Society (PECS), a joint venture designed to elevate the standard of equestrian training and facilities in the region.

The vision behind PECS is to create a premier equestrian hub that not only provides top-quality riding and livery facilities but also promotes excellence in training, discipline, and sportsmanship.

By combining the expertise of PECwith the proven track record o f G & B Equestrian, the Society is perfectly positioned to offer structured, professional training programs for riders of all levels, ranging from young beginners to advanced competitors.

Beyond competitive training, this partnership places a strong emphasis on the well-being and safety of both horse and rider.

The facilities are designed to nurture a supportive and inspiring environment where children can develop their riding skills with confidence, and horses are cared for according to the highest standards.

The broader Pienaardam Resort further enhances this offering, providing riders and visitors with an exceptional setting for outrides, leisure, and relaxation. The peaceful surroundings and natural beauty of the resort create a unique atmosphere of tranquillity, allowing horses and riders to connect and recharge in harmony with nature.

To ensure the smooth running of the Society and to safeguard the welfare of all horses entrusted to them, PECS has established a dedicated management structure: Heila Steenkamp (owner), Gustav Lubcker (co-owner, overall manager, and trainer), Bianca Muller (co-trainer), Ashley van Zyl (assistant trainer), and Anna-Marie Botes (stable yard manager).

Together, this experienced team brings passion, knowledge, and a shared commitment to excellence.

With strong foundations in place and a clear vision for growth, Pienaardam Equestrian Society looks forward to building a bright and successful future, one filled with opportunity, achievement, and many years of memorable equestrian experiences.

• Riders from Pienaardam Equestrian Society also excelled at the Mpumalanga Championships and Sanesa Q4 at Badplaas.
More than 30 horses from the centre partook in the championships.

The results are as follows:
Ruby Steenkamp and Apple Jack (age 5): First place and Mpumalanga champion, Working Riding, first place Show jumping 30cm Accumulator, third Performance Riding, second Equitation.

Petro van Heerden and Paris: First Novice Dressage Test 2, third Novice Dressage Test 3.

Zinneera Patel and Dawnatti Pearl (Qurtuba Online Academy, Grade Five): Second 50cm Accumulator.

Mishandrè Briedenhann and Kitkat (MP Homeschool, Primary School): First and Mpumalanga champion 50cm Championship.

Juannè Steyn and Whizzi: First 50cm Accumulator, second and Reserve MP Champion 50cm Championship.

Christo de la Guerre and Willow: Second 70cm Accumulator.

Mianè Steyn and Lipizza Baby Tjoklits (Primary School Kragbron, Grade Seven, training at PEC): First 70cm Accumulator, first 70cm Championship.
Mianè and Magic: First 1.10m Accumulator, first and MP champion 1.10m Pony Rider. Mianè and Chrysalis Donatello: MP champion Pony Rider 1m, second Intermediate Equitation, third 90cm Working Hunter.
Mianè and Upbeat: First and MP champion 90cm Pony Rider.

Mieke Jacobs and Kara-Lily (HTS Middelburg Grade 10): First and MP Champion 60cm Championship.

Kate-Lynn Groenewald and Alora (HTS Middelburg Grade 10): Second 80cm Accumulator, First and MP Champion 80cm.

Abu Bakr Patel and Ragtime (Qurtuba Online Academy Grade Eight): First 70cm Accumulator.

Rachelle van Greunen and Lundys Time (Primary School Kragbron, Grade Seven, training at PEC): First 80cm Accumulator and first and MP Champion 80cm Junior.

Minke Searle and Diamond Romeo: First and MP champion 90cm Junior.

Kami van der Merwe and Orion’s Belt (Cambridge Academy training at PEC): First and MP champion Intermediate Equitation, second and Reserve MP champion Pony Rider 1m, second 70cm Working Hunter.

Anouk van Vuuren and Chrysalis Cognac: First 1.2m Junior Accumulator, first and MP champion 1.2m Junior.

Kaylee Fourie and Tobago: First and MP champion Junior 90cm.

Annie Searle and Lollipop: Third place, 1.00m Pony Rider Championship.
Ernst Searle and Jack Be Wild (adult): Second 80cm Championship.
Gideon Steenkamp and Maggie (adult): Second 60cm Championship.

Gustav Lubcker and Branic Quick Signal (Trainer PEC): Second 1.10m Adult Accumulator, first and MP champion 1.10m Adult.
Gustav and Scotty: First and MP champion 1.00m Adult. Gustav and Quintelle: First and MP Champion Adult Prelim.

Ashley van Zyl and Cloudy (assistant trainer PEC): First 80cm Accumulator, first and MP champion 80cm Adult.

The following students were chosen for the Mpumalanga A and B teams.
A-Team:
Kami van der Merwe and Orion’s Belt: Show jumping 1m.
Miane Steyn and Donatello: Intermediate Equitation, 90cm Working hunter and Show jumping 1m.
Abu Patel and Ragtime: Show jumping 70cm.
Kate-Lynn Groenewald and Buffalo Run: Show jumping 90cm.
Adelaide de la Guerra and Galileo: Show jumping 80cm.
Christo de la Guerra and Willow: Show jumping 70cm.
Jade McDougall and Toby: Show jumping 90cm.

B-Team:
Kate-Lynn Groenewald and Alora: Show jumping 80cm.
Kaylee Fourie and Tobago: Show jumping 90cm.