PURPOSEFUL, VARIED WORK
More Than Going Around in Circles
Our facilities allow Thoroughbreds to work in different environments, helping them stay interested, think forward and enjoy their work.
2.5km Hacking Track
Our private hacking track provides varied, forward-going work away from the arena and gives horses a valuable change of environment.
60m × 40m Sand Arena
The large sand arena allows us to develop balance, rhythm, responsiveness and correct ridden work in a controlled environment.
Individual Programmes
Each horse’s workload is adjusted to its current condition, temperament, stage of training and planned return to its trainer or owner.
AN INDIVIDUAL APPROACH
Freshen-Up & Return-to-Work Programmes
Limited numbers allow us to know each horse well and closely follow how it responds throughout its stay.
1. Understand the Horse
We discuss the horse’s recent work, temperament, current fitness and what the trainer or owner wants to achieve.
2. Build the Programme
The horse receives a varied programme using the hacking track and arena, adjusted as its fitness, confidence and way of going develop.
3. Prepare for the Return
The programme is shaped around preparing the horse to return to its trainer or owner ready for the next stage of its work.
WHO THIS SERVICE IS FOR
A Positive Change of Environment
Freshen-up, fitness and return-to-training programmes may suit healthy Thoroughbreds that would benefit from:
- A change of environment and routine
- A mental freshen-up away from the racing stable
- Gradual fitness and conditioning work
- Correct ridden work before returning to their trainer
- Support when coming back into work after a spell
- Greater confidence, balance or enthusiasm
- Individual attention and regular owner or trainer communication
Every programme is discussed individually so the workload, length of stay and communication can be matched to the horse and the goals of its owner or trainer.
There is no fixed minimum stay. The appropriate timeframe will depend on the horse’s starting point, progress and the outcome agreed with its owner or trainer.
YOU REMAIN PART OF THE JOURNEY
Regular Videos & Direct Communication
Brookby Heights works directly with both thoroughbred owners and trainers.
Before the horse arrives, we can discuss its current situation, the reason for its stay and what the owner or trainer would like achieved before it returns.
Regular video updates through Messenger or WhatsApp allow you to follow the horse’s progress, and owners and trainers are welcome to arrange visits.
Good communication means the horse’s time at Brookby Heights complements the trainer’s plans rather than operating separately from them.
