EquiMatch

Kaiya is a tall, steady young mare who is being produced with time, mileage, and clarity — not shortcuts.

Approximately 16.2hh, rising 5-year-old Clydesdale x Standardbred mare, Kaiya combines substance with a willing, forward-thinking nature. She has been under saddle since December and is progressing through her early foundation exactly as intended — quietly, correctly, and without pressure.

Development & Foundation
Kaiya is currently being brought on through real-world mileage rather than arena drilling.

She has:

Been ridden consistently around the farm
Developed confidence in open spaces
Travells well on the float without fuss
Our goal is to complete 250 kilometres of correct, steady riding before she is formally offered for sale. This milestone is expected around May.

At Oxford Ponies & Sport Horses, we prioritise rhythm, clarity, and appropriate exposure. Kaiya is being given time to strengthen physically and mentally so that when she leaves, she leaves prepared.

Suitability
Kaiya will suit someone wanting:

A tall, quality young horse to continue developing
A horse for hacking and covering kilometres
A calm, capable ride beyond the arena
She is not yet suitable for a novice rider, as she is still early in her education and requires a rider who understands young horses and continuing foundation work.

She will thrive in a home that values consistency, exposure, and correct development over speed.

Management
Kaiya is kind in nature and straightforward to handle.

She is a young mare still developing strength and balance, but she presents as sensible and willing under saddle. She enjoys getting out and covering ground and is shaping into a practical, athletic horse.

There is no rush in her work. It takes the time it takes — and she is progressing steadily.

Barefoot and strong in varied terrain
Must have paddock company
Good on Grass

Ongoing Support
We are committed to careful matching. Guidance and support are available to the right buyer to ensure a smooth transition and continued progress.

Rose is a 7-year-old, 15.2hh Clydesdale x Standardbred mare with a naturally quiet, “more whoa than go” way of going. She has a very typical Clydie brain — steady, thoughtful, and not easily rattled — making her an enjoyable ride for someone who values a calm, uncomplicated horse.

Development & Foundation
Rose was started under saddle in December, then given time to process and mature, and has since come back into work and is progressing well. Rose has been ridden out in small groups and alone, where she is happy and settled. She has not yet been exposed to large group rides, so this is still to come as part of her ongoing education.

On the ground, she is straightforward and easy to manage. She floats well, stands for the farrier, and is generally low-maintenance in her handling. In the paddock, she can be a little harder to catch in a herd setting, but she is responsive — once you get her attention (a click and her name), she will face up and allow herself to be haltered.

Suitability
Rose would suit a rider looking for a kind, steady partner to develop further — someone who values temperament and is happy to continue her education, particularly with larger group exposure over time.

A calm, capable ride beyond the arena
She is not yet suitable for a novice rider, as she is still early in her education and requires a rider who understands young horses and continuing foundation work.

She will thrive in a home that values consistency, exposure, and correct development over speed.

Management
Under saddle, Rose offers a relaxed, unhurried ride. She is best suited to someone who appreciates a quieter horse and is happy to continue her mileage and exposure at a steady pace while she builds confidence in new environments.

Must have paddock company
Does well on grass.

Ongoing Support
We are committed to careful matching. Guidance and support are available to the right buyer to ensure a smooth transition and continued progress.

Buttons is the sort of young mare that quietly gets on with the job without making life complicated. Sensible, easy going, and well-mannered, she has a lovely grounded nature that makes her an enjoyable horse to have around.

At 14.1hh, Buttons is a 5-year-old Clydesdale x Standardbred mare who has been backed and started under saddle with a calm, straightforward attitude. She has been around general farm life, dogs, and the usual day-to-day activity, and takes it all in stride.  Can be a little looky when out by herself, but is getting better with practice and isn't over reactive.

She would suit someone looking for a sensible young horse to continue on with for trekking, farm riding, or simply as a reliable all-rounder to enjoy and build a partnership with. She has the quieter, more relaxed nature many people look for in a riding horse and is proving to be uncomplicated to handle and work with.

If you’re looking for a kind young mare with a good brain and a solid foundation to continue on with, feel free to get in touch.

Sarge is a 6-year-old purebred Haflinger gelding (Sire Southern Spirit), 14.2hh and barefoot, being sold on behalf of his owner. He is the half-brother to Gus, (also listed) but the greener of the two — and a very different personality.

Sarge is a strong-willed, thinking horse who is always trying to find the right answer. He has a genuine work ethic and, once he understands something, he will offer it again and again — he enjoys getting it right and showing you that he knows. He’s the type that builds a real partnership with his person and thrives on attention and connection.

Under saddle, Sarge is forward, steady, and not spooky, with no buck, bolt, or rear. While he is technically green, he doesn’t present as unpredictable — but he does require clear boundaries and consistency to bring out his best.

He has done plenty of solo trekking, where he is confident and relaxed, and has also been on group rides with one clear consideration: he does not like horses riding up close behind him and will kick out if crowded. Managed simply by riding him at the back of the group, he settles well.

The beach is a highlight for Sarge. He will walk straight into the water, is comfortable in the waves, and has a lovely, steady canter down the beach, with the ability to come back to a relaxed walk and then go forward again when asked.

Sarge is excellent over obstacles, confidently handling varied terrain and happily popping over logs with a neat, tidy jump. He would make a fantastic trick or versatility pony, as he enjoys learning and engaging with his work.

Suitability
Sarge is best suited to a competent, experienced rider who enjoys working with a thinking horse and is willing to continue his education. In the right hands, he will be an incredibly rewarding partner with a lot to offer.

He is not suited to:

Beginners
Nervous or inconsistent riders
Homes without paddock company
Long term, he will thrive as a versatile pleasure and trekking horse with a rider who values a willing partner.

Management
Barefoot and strong in varied terrain
Native breed — requires diet management
Must have paddock company
Will do best in a herd-based or track-style system
He can be sold with his fitted saddle for ease of transition.

Ongoing Support
Sarge does have a couple of quirks that require experienced handling:

He needs patience and consistency when tied
He will stomp his front foot to get attention (his way of saying “come get me, let’s go”)
He can offer the same behaviour when floating, particularly when the float stops
These behaviours have already improved significantly with consistent handling.

The key is not rewarding the behaviour, and waiting for the correct response before releasing or engaging with him. He is a horse that learns patterns quickly — which is a strength when handled well, but requires someone disciplined and consistent to continue reinforcing the right answers.

Gus is a 7-year-old purebred Haflinger gelding (Amberg BA295 Imp x Reflection BA310 Imp), 14.1hh and barefoot, with proven exposure across mountains, traffic and varied terrain. Steady but requires confident leadership — suited to a competent rider seeking a capable trekking and/or low-level jumping/show partner.

Gus has been under saddle for several months and is currently in work. His education has prioritised exposure, rhythm and resilience rather than drilling or rushing stages.

He has been ridden in:

Roads and traffic
Hills and mountains
Rivers and lakes
Snow conditions
He has completed a multiple treks and handles varied terrain without escalation. He has climbed mountains barefoot, reinforcing both his physical strength and hoof quality.

In the arena, he is establishing clarity in walk, trot and canter. He has begun jumping small fences and shows a sensible approach when expectations are consistent.

Suitability
Gus is suited to:

A competent, balanced rider
An adult returning to riding who retains confidence and leadership
A rider wanting safe trail miles alongside arena development
Someone interested in low-level jumping or trick training
He is not suited to:

Beginners
Nervous or inconsistent riders
Homes without paddock company
Long term, he will thrive as a versatile pleasure and trekking horse with a rider who values steady progression.

Management
Barefoot and strong in varied terrain
Native breed — requires diet management
Must have paddock company
Will do best in a herd-based or track-style system
He can be sold with his fitted saddle and bridle for ease of transition.

Ongoing Support
Matching matters. Clear communication and appropriate pressure are essential with Gus. Ongoing guidance is available to ensure a steady and well-supported partnership.

Available through Driftwood Sport Horses Ltd Fernside, Canterbury.
Milford Sound - Sharky🦈
Approximately 15.3hh, 2017 tb gelding by Ocean Park.
Sharky already has a few buttons there when it comes to his flatwork, he does need a lot of leg to get him into the bridle as would rather just toddle along if he has his way. Happily pops a wee jump although still a bit green in that area. Has been for a wee solo hack down the road with no dramas. Looked as a couple of things but then happily moved on.
Lovely quiet type and easy to do anything with, suit a confident teen or adult rider wanting a dressage horse, a hack or possibly an eventer with schooling. Currently barefoot.
Video on request.

I’m really enjoying working with this filly. She’s got such a good brain on her and is going to be a ground covering type. She’s only 3 and growing so would love to find her a home where she’ll be bought on slowly. Around 15.3hh with growing to do
Located Fernside, Canterbury through Driftwood Sport Horses Ltd

Video on request

Available through Driftwood Sport Horses Ltd Fernside, Canterbury.

Aorangi Assassin - Approx 15.1hh 2016
Very cute true black gelding by Show Casing.
Inky can be a bit wary of everything and everyone until he gets to know you but once going he’s very obliging. He’s going to need someone who is happy to show him trust and kindness and build a relationship from there. He does have a scar on his hind leg but it’s nice and flat and would be easily covered if need be. Currently he’s a wee race car 🏎️💨to ride so will need someone calm and confident until he finds his chill button. No dirt in him just green to post racing life, each ride he is definitely improving though.
Showing ability over a jump already so could see him being a nippy we show jumper or eventer in the right hands.

Video available on request