WELCOME TO RAECTI
The Royal Artillery Equestrian Centre is a 5 star, British Horse Society (BHS) approved Riding Centre situated in Baker Barracks, Thorney Island, Emsworth, Hants.
Founded in 1985 the charity focuses to provide physical rehabilitation for wounded & injured service personnel, veterans and those within the local community. We initiate and further advance confidence, empowerment & self-awareness that help support those who experience anxiety, depression and other mental health conditions. The therapeutic benefits of allowing those we help to interact with the horses compliments both physical and mental wellbeing. The RAECTI is very proud of the support it receives from its members & the local equine community who frequently attend and support our fundraising events.
The Royal Artillery Equestrian Centre Thorney Island nicknamed RAECTI is not just for military personal, it's main source of income is from members of the public. Lessons, hacks, pony days and pony parties are just some of the day to day activities that take place at RAECTI. We also operate a livery yard for various types of livery packages.  
MEET THE TEAMRAECTI Chair
Christian Samuel Halliday Hewitt
RAECTI Trustees
Mike Francis & Caroline Tuckett The success of our equestrian centre and charity depends on the strength of the team behind it and the talent, skills, experience and dedication of the individual team members. We recognised and value the importance of the people who make up our team and encourage our team members to continually develop their skills. The result is a motivated, dedicated and committed team who are proud to play their role in achieving even greater success for our clients.
Come and visit us here at RAECTI. You will receive a warm welcome and we will be more than happy to show you around.
Yard Manager
Vicki Pethick
With over 40 years experience and horses of her own Vicki is passionate about the equine industry. Prince is owend by Vicki and is part of our riding school herd. She brings a wealth of work force management experience and is passionate about the success of the RAECTI being the driving force behind the team.
Instructor
Kimberley Denman
Kim completed her BHS Stage 3 Coach with us here at RAECTI. She now is pursuing a career in the teaching industry. Kim keeps her horse Blazer here at RAECTI, who she has owned since a foal, and has trained him herself. Kim looks to bring this knowledge into her instructing.
Groom
Grace Barham
Weekend Groom
Jordan Pethick
Working full time elsewhere Jordan works at RAECTI over the weekends. She enjoys producing her young pony Mav for the show ring and competing in the dressage events on site here at RAECTI. She also owns Prince who is one of our riding school ponies.
Events Organiser / Bookkeeper
Robyn Pethick MAAT
Having grown up around horses as well as having 2 horses of her own Robyn is the driving force behind all of our events and clinics. She also looks after RAECTI finances. Not based on Thorney Island, she also enjoys producing and competing her horses ready for the show ring. She brings this knowledge of hers to all events.
Instructor
Elsbeth Jeffery
Groom
Maddison Hallett
Weekend Groom
Chloe Conway
Instructor
Vicky Edge
Working in the equine industry for over 30 years Vicky has a wealth of experience. She is passionate about her students and in particular coaching. She has a keen interest in the biomechanics and asymmetry of horse riders. Currently bringing on her own young horse through the dressage paces.
Instructor / Senior Groom
Louise Sandiford
Groom
Isabella Scott
Groom
Gemma Hall
OUR EQUINESWithout our herd of RAECTI equines we would not be able to opetate out riding school. Our heard of 10 equines are the key to our success. They are loved and cared for by our team.
RhumbaRhumba is one of the longest serving member of the herd. Used for beginners to experienced riders and his favourite party trick is sitting up like a dog!
Murphy
Murphy is mr chilled nothing phases him. Enjoys a bit of everything even the odd jump here and there. He is a client favourite as he's super friendly. TangoTango is our big friendly pet. Now fully recovered from an injury he is a client favourite for all flat work lessons. Don't leave anything too near Tango, he will play with it! EricEric is another client favourite. With his unusual colouring he makes up the 4th RAECTI coloured cob. He enjoys his jumping sessions.
ChorusThe main girl when it comes to the herd. The only mare surrounded by geldings. Chorus is the most popular of the ponies. With her enjoyment for all work.
MaxThe newest addition to RAECTI Max has slotted into the family like he has always been here. Sharing a field with Harry and Roo, he is a cheeky chap who always wants to please.
HarryWith the cute factor on his side Harry is the children's favourite. Being super affectionate he is the first pick when learning to ride. We all wish he was bigger! HenryHenry is the newest of the RAECTI riding school family. He is gradulally being introduced into lessons and is quickly becoming a fravourite to ride.
SHOWS & EVENTSHere at RACETI we run a range of events, shows and clinics.
Each month we have Alec Miles in attendance who runs clinics here whicha are either flatwork or jumping
Lynn Russell attends RAECTI regularly for clinics for showing purposes
We run a winter dressage accumulator series & showing series
All information will be on our Facebook page
To find out any details of our events please email raectievents@gmail.com
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