Meet the Equisk Riders Team
Vanessa Way
Vanessa has been a dominant force in New Zealand dressage, securing 21 national titles, and has represented New Zealand internationally countless times. She has coached fellow NZ International riders including Melissa Galloway, who recently competed at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Vanessa is trained and mentored by Carl Hester and is herself a sought-after coach. Vanessa has a true "horse-first" mentality and we are so proud to support her with our training products.
Robyn Fisher
Robyn has competed at international level in both dressage and eventing. She is a UDSF Gold Medallist and has competed with the US team in eventing. A true horsewoman who puts her horses first, Robyn's favourite Equisk product is the SteadyHands gloves: “Since I spend a lot of time riding on my own, the elastic band is a helpful reminder if I'm not maintaining proper contact”. We are very proud to sponsor Robyn as she takes on the international circuit with her horse Kingston.
Ellyn Parker
Ellyn embodies our values of constant self-improvement and our horse-first philosophy. She has worked tirelessly to bring her off-breed mare to Grand Prix dressage, where they now successfully compete nationally. Ellyn lives in regional Australia and travels vast distances for coaching, proving her dedication to continuing education. Ellyn is also a mum and a coach, and keeps her retired horses at home, where they teach her young daughter advanced movements!
Jessica Brechin
Jess and her family run a top showing stable in New Zealand, breeding and competing extremely talented horses and ponies. They have had a very successful start to the 2024 show season with numerous Champion Titles at the NZ Horse of the Year Show. Jess loves Equisk products for all her students and in her own riding, as she has a strong focus on position and knows how important correct riding is to showring success.
Who’s Who at Equisk
Clara Mehel
Founder
Started Equisk with one goal in mind: to create practical, well-designed training tools that actually make a difference. Rider-focused and always thinking about how to improve the everyday experience in the saddle.
Jacqui
Warehouse
Keeps everything moving behind the scenes. From packing orders to managing stock, every detail is handled carefully so your gear arrives quickly and in perfect condition.
Erika
Customer Service
Your go-to for anything Equisk. From sizing help to order questions, here to make the process simple and stress free.
Edden
Marketing
Works behind the scenes on marketing, campaigns and the website. From launches and emails to keeping the online store running smoothly, she helps bring Equisk to riders around the world.