SAMANTHA DERNEE
Queensland Off-The-Track proudly introduces Samantha Dernee as an QOTT Acknowledged Retrainer.
Samantha has been riding since she could walk, so it comes as no surprise that she has a long and successful history in the equestrian world, competing up to World Cup level showjumping. Her talents for training and competing in the showjumping ring are well known to those within the equestrian community, with numerous top-level successes both within Australia and abroad at the top of her riding resume.
Samantha begun her riding career competing in dressage and eventing, before finding her love of showjumping. Building her knowledge by working with many top stables in Australia and overseas, including stints competing, training and riding for professional riders in Germany and Denmark, Samantha returned home to Australia to set up a team of horses before returning to the international competition circuit in the USA.
Settling back in Australia, Samantha relocated to Queensland and purchased Kingswood Lodge, where she offers a range of equine services including competing, training, coaching, pretraining, and spelling. Samantha’s experience and talent in the competitive world mixed with her knowledge and understanding of the thoroughbred racing industry makes her the perfect fit as a QOTT Acknowledged Retrainer.
“I have produced many thoroughbreds over the years – I love the type of horse they are and what they can become. Being a QOTT Acknowledged Retrainer allows me to retrain OTT horses on a bigger scale. I love showcasing the breed and working with the racing industry.”
Situated on 85 acres at Tallegalla, Kingswood Lodge can only be described as horse heaven. The purpose built equestrian property is well equipped to house and retrain OTT horses, including facilities for spelling or rehabilitation requirements. Samantha is determined to achieve her goal of always have a thoroughbred as part of her team, in her efforts to promote what this breed can achieve after racing. As a rider and trainer, Samantha always looks to place her horses in homes that suit both the horse and the rider to ensure the partnership remains successful for years to come.
Retraining Interest: Thoroughbreds
Retraining Focus: Showjumping, Eventing, Dressage, Showing/Hacking, Pony Club/Riding Club, Leisure/Trail Riding.
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