Bloem Show | 25th April 2025 – 3rd May 2025

Reflecting on our first appearance at the Bloemfontein Show, we are truly grateful for the opportunity to have showcased farriery on such a respected platform.

A sincere thank you to Marisca van der Berg, whose unwavering dedication and behind the scenes involvement were instrumental in securing SAAPF’s place in this event, an achievement that simply would not have been possible without her.

We also thank Aldine Strydom for capturing the atmosphere and spirit of the show through her photography, and to the Bloem Show organisers for offering a platform that brought farriery into the public eye.

To every competitor, your skill, professionalism, and sportsmanship made us proud. And to our valued sponsors, your generous support helped bring this special chapter in SAAPF’s journey to life. Thank you for believing in the trade and in the people behind it.

This industry deserves every bit of the spotlight, and we’re excited for what lies ahead.

Mbombela | 6th – 7th September 2024

What an amazing event! We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who took time out of their busy schedules to be part of this incredible competition. The atmosphere was electric throughout the weekend, and the participants thoroughly enjoyed themselves.

The competition saw a tremendous turnout, with participants displaying exceptional skill and enthusiasm. The energy was palpable, making the event not just a contest, but a celebration of the craft and community. Everyone, from seasoned competitors to first-time attendees, contributed to the vibrant and supportive atmosphere that made the weekend truly special.

What an amazing event! We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who took time out of their busy schedules to be part of this incredible competition. The atmosphere was electric throughout the weekend, and the participants thoroughly enjoyed themselves.

The competition saw a tremendous turnout, with participants displaying exceptional skill and enthusiasm. The energy was palpable, making the event not just a contest, but a celebration of the craft and community. Everyone, from seasoned competitors to first-time attendees, contributed to the vibrant and supportive atmosphere that made the weekend truly special.

We would like to give a special thanks to Sean and Len, whose efforts were instrumental in making this event possible. Sean, your passion and dedication truly ignited the spirit of the competition and brought everyone together, creating an environment of camaraderie and excitement.

We are deeply grateful to our sponsors for their generous support, which has been instrumental in the success of our events and meaningful to the farriers who participated.  Your commitment helps make these initiatives possible, and we are proud to have you as part of our community. We look forward to continuing this journey together.

Thank you once again to everyone involved for making this event a success. We are excited to continue building on this momentum and look forward to seeing you at future events.

Watch this space!