Sanden Equestrian

Sanden Equestrian Sanden Equestrian are a professional and talented duo based on the Sunshine Coast. You will not regret getting to know Sarah and Clinton Van Der Sanden.

Sarah and Clinton are both EA qualified coaches who specialise in a variety of disciplines but also educate and campaign client horses. Sanden Equestrian coach, train, campaign and compete all over the county focusing on numerous disciplines. From showing, eventing, dressage and show jumping both Sarah and clinton have a great understanding of horses and the equine industry. Sarah has grown up aro

und Agriculture, and chose to ride horses from a young age at the family farm in Walgett NSW. Her passion has remained strong through a great foundation of flatwork and horsemanship. Sarah trained, worked and rode for some of Australia's top riders and coaches in her younger years. She enjoys working with young horses, and this has proven a particularly strong area of Sarah's expertise. She has started a number of top level horses among a variety of diciplines but her professional focus is training and campaigning show horses. With a sound understanding of horses and the sport, Sarah is a great choice to take on your horse with a knowledgable, honest and high integrity approach to training. Clinton was formerly one of Australia’s top Event riders, having trained his very own horses up to 4 star level. He has competed internationally representing Australia and was highlighted as one of Australia’s young rising stars. He has ridden and broken for top names in the sport over the years, and focuses on training young horses, with some great jumping talent coming up the grades. Clinton is a very experienced coach being a qualified level 2 eventing specialist with 15 plus years of coaching under his belt. Clinton coaches across many disciplines with students from all ages and abilities. With an excellent understanding from his eventing background Clinton also has trained to Prix St George level in dressage making him a vibrant addition to the Sanden Equestrian team.

11/06/2026

Lesson available this long weekend, PM if you are keen and looking for a time slot ☺️

09/06/2026

A simple reminder before you enter the ring…

Take a breath.

In the excitement of competition, it’s easy to focus on the jumps, the clock, and the result. But one of the most important things you can do is slow your mind, control your breathing, and stay present.

A calm rider creates a confident horse. Clear thoughts lead to better decisions, smoother rounds, and a stronger partnership when it matters most.

Before you pick up the canter, take a deep breath and trust the work you’ve put in. 🐴💙

03/06/2026
01/06/2026

💡 TOP TIP: The Canter is Key 💡

When it comes to jumping, a quality canter can make all the difference.

If you canter into, through, and out of your turns with balance and rhythm, you’ll give yourself the best chance of making the distance work. A good canter helps cover a distance even when your approach isn’t absolutely perfect.

Focus on creating a consistent, forward canter first—the fences will become much easier to ride from there. 🐴✨

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