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Equestrian sector

Training in farriery

Practical training programme to help enhance you knowledge of horse feet

Farrier
Enhance your knowledge of horse hoof anatomy, hoof diseases, advanced trimming, shoeing, and forging techniques. Are you a farrier who learned the trade as an apprentice but feels the need to deepen your understanding of hoof anatomy and refine your trimming, shoeing, and forging skills? Our modern forge provides the perfect environment to practice forging both regular and specialized horseshoes and applying them effectively to horse hooves.

In short

  • First starting date 20 October 2025
  • Amount of days/hours 5 days
  • Cost € 3,450.00
  • Location Aeres Hippisch Centrum (Hoefsmederij)
  • Result Certificate
  • Participants Small groups, maximum of 8 students

Good to know

  • This is what you'll learn

    Our modern forge provides the perfect environment to practice forging both regular and specialized horseshoes and applying them effectively to horse hooves.

  • For who?

    This course is designed for farriers who want to expand their knowledge and gain a deeper understanding of the principles behind their craft.

  • Price

    Included in the price are:

    • Training fee
    • Certificate
    • Coffee/tea/lunch during training days
    • Stay at Hotel Mercure in Amersfoort with breakfast
    • Insurance
    • Transportation between the hotel and the Training Centre

    NB. There are no scholarships available.

  • Curriculum
    • Expert-led modules covering the anatomy of the horse’s foot, hoof diseases, ligament and tendon issues in the horse’s leg, and hoof care for foals and young horses.
    • Hands-on experience in trimming and shoeing techniques on specimen hooves and live horses.
    • Practical forging of both regular and specialized horseshoes, using bar stock and factory-made shoes.
  • Admission requirements
    • A good level of knowledge of the English or German language

Locations

  • Location

    Aeres Hippisch Centrum, Kootwijkerbroek, The Netherlands

    At Aeres Hippisch Centrum (Aeres Equestrian Center) you will find our 30 well-trained school horses, 58 riding tracks and 1 large outdoor riding track, a galloping track, covered lunging circle and training mill. You can also find a large farrier's shop for farrier students.
    Aeres Hippisch Centrum (Equestrian Centre)

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    Class days

    Monday 09:00 - 16:00 Aeres Hippisch Centrum (Hoefsmederij)
    Tuesday 09:00 - 16:00 Aeres Hippisch Centrum (Hoefsmederij)
    Wednesday 09:00 - 16:00 Aeres Hippisch Centrum (Hoefsmederij)
    Thursday 09:00 - 16:00 Aeres Hippisch Centrum (Hoefsmederij)
    Friday 09:00 - 16:00 Aeres Hippisch Centrum (Hoefsmederij)
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Training in farriery

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    Class days

    Monday 09:00 - 16:00 Aeres Hippisch Centrum (Hoefsmederij)
    Tuesday 09:00 - 16:00 Aeres Hippisch Centrum (Hoefsmederij)
    Wednesday 09:00 - 16:00 Aeres Hippisch Centrum (Hoefsmederij)
    Thursday 09:00 - 16:00 Aeres Hippisch Centrum (Hoefsmederij)
    Friday 09:00 - 16:00 Aeres Hippisch Centrum (Hoefsmederij)
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Need help?

Contact Marleen van Barneveld (course coordinator) for additional information