APRA - Asia-Pacific Rising Star Academy

A huge thank you to our sponsor Harcour for providing our riders with their and APRA riding breathable shirts and caps, allowing them to take on new challenges in the arena in the best quality and style ✨️🤩

Thank you to Eric Chupin for supporting our riders through their journey 🙏

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What a nice way to finish our Leg 2 with an exciting competition day where our APRA riders fought for their place in the CSIY-B Pattaya 2026 achieving great results with their horses 🏆

FEI APRA LEG 2 RANKING
🥇Supinun Jullobol with E-Dream DBH Z 🇹🇭
🥈HH Princess Amrita NORODOM with Imagine de Barbereau 🇰🇭
🥉Oliver Staplton with Quintina 🇭🇰

Congratulations to all riders for their significant improvements since last time and we hope to see them shine even brighter in Leg 3 🌟

Thank you to our sponsors for their support: B.GRIMM, Lami-Cell, Harcour and FLAIR Equine Nasal Strips and PanhaTevy Vang.

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Day 4 of the APRA program started with the trot-up, where riders presented their horses and ensured they were fit and ready to continue. A special thank you to all the officials for their time, professionalism, and support throughout the process.

The riders then had a quick riding session, focusing on keeping their horses active, responsive, and prepared for the next stages of the program.

The day continued with a mental coaching session led by Daniela Moguel, helping riders strengthen their focus, confidence, and mindset as athletes.

To finish the day, the group took part in a team-building session with Angela, Davin, and Ryan, creating a great opportunity for the riders to connect, communicate, and build stronger teamwork amongst eachother.

A productive and meaningful day combining horse care, riding, mental preparation, and team spirit.

Thank you to our sponsors for their support: B.GRIMM, Lami-Cell, Harcour, FLAIR Equine Nasal Strips and Panha Tevy Vang.

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Day 3 was a full day of learning and progression for the riders as they continued their riding sessions with their horses, building confidence, rhythm, and partnership in the arena.

The riders also took part in a valuable seminar on Course Design & FEI Etiquette with Ramin Shafiee, gaining a deeper understanding of competition standards, arena preparation, and the importance of professionalism in the sport.

They ended a day with a practice trot up with Thibault Torabi to prepare for their competition at the end of the week.

Another productive day of development, education, and teamwork as the APRA journey continues. 🐴✨

Thank you to our sponsors for their support: B.GRIMM, Lami-Cell, Harcour and FLAIR Equine Nasal Strips and PanhaTevy Vang.

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Day 2 marked an exciting step forward as the riders had their first jumps with their horses, starting to build trust, rhythm, and connection in the arena. 🏇

The day also included valuable horsemanship sessions, helping riders deepen their understanding of horse care, communication, and partnership beyond the saddle.

They also took part in mental coaching with lead coach Daniela Moguel focusing on confidence, focus, and the mindset needed to perform at their best.

A full day of learning, teamwork, and growth for all riders as the APRA journey continues. 🐴✨

Thank you to our sponsors for their support: B. Grimm, Lami-Cell, Harcour and FLAIR Equine Nasal Strips and PanhaTevy Vang.

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🐴 APRA Leg 2 is officially underway at Thai Polo, Pattaya! 🇹🇭✨

Day 1 is in the books, and the energy here in Pattaya is incredible! Today was all about building foundations and establishing harmony as our APRA riders return to the ring—this time, taking on the exciting challenge of brand-new horse pairings under the supervision of lead coach Daniela Moguel and the support of coach Thibault Toofan Torabi.

Our athletes spent the day focusing on precision flatwork, getting in tune with their new partners, and finding that crucial rhythm.

We also dedicated time to mastering the perfect trot-up! As every equestrian knows, a flawless trot-up is a key step for the formal horse inspection, ensuring our equine partners are fit, sound, and ready to compete at their absolute best.

The dedication from both riders and horses on Day 1 sets a fantastic tone for the rest of the week. Stay tuned as we watch these new partnerships grow and tackle the challenges ahead! 👇

Thank you to our sponsors for their support:
B. Grimm, Lami-Cell, Harcour and FLAIR Equine Nasal Strips.
Thank you to Thailand Equestrian Federation and Thai Polo Equestrian Club teams for their enthusiastic and efficient assistance.
Special thank you to PanhaTevy Vang for generously let us borrow her amazing horses!

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Our riders will back for the second leg of the Asia Pacific Rising Star Academy - APRA, in Thai Polo Equestrian Club welcomed by the Thailand Equestrian Federation in Pattaya.

Save the date:
🗓️ Clinics & Workshops: 16 - 19 June 2026
🏆 CSIY-B Competitions: 20 June 2026

We are excited to see our athletes work in the saddle with lead coach Daniela Moguel and their instructors for new fruitful workshops.

With the support of FEI Solidarity and FEI Group VIII. Thank you to our partners for making this development path possible: B.GRIMM, Lami-Cell, Harcour and FLAIR Equine Nasal Strips

Visualisation is an important part of the work we do in mental coaching sessions with Daniela Moguel.

By creating precise mental images and rehearsing key scenarios, athletes prepare both mind and body for performance.

The clearer and more vivid the image, the more powerful its effect can be.

Mental preparation, like physical preparation, is something that must be trained with consistency and purpose.

Visualisation is one of the most powerful mental training tools in the world. And if you’re not using it, you’re at a disadvantage (especially athletes/high performers/leaders) There are 5 types: 1. Outcome 2. Process 3. Negative 4. Creative 5. Explorative And it works because the brain activates nearly identical neural activity when you imagine something vs when you’re actually doing it. So basically it struggles to tell the difference. Most people visualise worst case scenarios. Therefore you become more anxious, fearful and perform worse. Here Olympic skiers, DJokovic, Michael phelps, the Blue Angels and Carlos Sainz all use it to rewire their brain to think, feel and perform the best they have. It’s a super power once you know how to properly use it and integrate it into your training. Mindset gives you the edge. P.s that’s why I wrote the book ‘VISUALISE’ I have spent the last 10 years researching and practicing everything about this particular skill. Comment ‘BOOK’ for the link. And I’m curious! Do you use visualisation? For what? Let me know in the comments