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ELD ARENA CONSTRUCTION

Stories of horses becoming unsound due to poor arena surface or footings are becoming more and more common. With this in mind, I decide to investigate and research into a surface that increases the longevity of our performance horses. I found one such surface and that’s through ELD (Equestrian Land Developments). Not only did the proprietor, Todd Cunningham, provide the material but he and his team built an incredible arena (I did not realise how important the base has to be). Once it was finished, Chester and I had a test ride. Walking onto the arena, you could feel the strength of the surface under you. The trot felt even better but it’s not until you canter, did you really feel the quality. No longer did I feel like Chester was sinking in or sliding around but instead we moved on top on the surface. What a feeling! Thank you Todd, I can see how the last 17 years in building arenas has paid off. One happy customer!

GARY LUNG

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Early in 2015 we decided to replace our old arena surface, We purchased the new surface from ELD. As most people are aware this is a anxious time as they don’t want to change something they already know.

The team at ELD made us feel at ease, they were so easy to work with. The removal of the old surface, preparation and installation went very smoothly and we were riding on it within 2 days.
It looked fantastic when it was finished, the surface was just as ELD had described it would look and feel.
At Beechwood Dressage Horses we have competitive High level Grand Prix/ FEI horses through to young horses just starting out. This surface gives our horses the confidence to train and perform to the best of their ability, and us the peace of mind that the horses are happy and comfortable working on a consistent safe surface.
The surface offers just the right amount of rebound and concussion that horses need.
We regularly get our vets & physios to check and thermal image the horses, they look for any inflammation in their bodies/legs, and we can happily say that we have not had any inflammation related to the surface show up.
We maintain our arena daily by harrowing and pulling in the corners (where the harrow cannot reach) when needed.
We rode on the arena for 6 months without watering, after 6 months we added a small amount of water for about 10 minutes a day, this reactivated the gel.
• The arena surface is dust free
• It doesn’t move anymore than you would expect with horses using the same lines constantly
• It rides very well
• Gives the horses confidence to move freely
• We have older horses that find comfort and relief in this surface
We would happily recommend the surface and team at ELD to anyone looking for a new arena or surface.

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Libby & Victoria Welch

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Todd Cunningham from Equestrian Land Developments Pty Ltd is the ultimate perfectionist – and he has dedicated over a decade to mastering the engineering of the perfect dressage arena.

I am so happy to say I have an ELD arena, with the new ELD Arena Gel and Fibre Surface, and it is as good as the best European Surfaces I’ve ever had the benefit of working on. Every square inch is the same as the square inch before it and the horses just ooze confidence in every footfall.

The horses here at “Nicole Tough Dressage” have never felt better, and are rarely muscle sore. The arena never needs watering, and the farrier is just loving the gel, reporting that the horses hooves feel well oiled!

For a truly professional, all weather arena, you just can’t go past ELD.

Nicole Tough

FEI Competitor and Trainer

Level 2 Dressage Specialist Coach

National A Level Judge, Mentor, Educator and Young Horse Judge.

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ELD DUST SUPPRESSANT

Kristy Renae Jarvis, Dynamik Stallions, Western Australia.

Dynamik Stallions have been using the ELD Dust Suppressant product for 8 years now. We use this product 2 or 3 times a year on our arena surface as it is not only fantastic to suppress dust and it reduces the amount of water required to keep the surface damp. We have even used this product to suppress the dust in sand stables and yards. It’s a fantastic product that we highly recommend.

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Lisa Macpherson, Spring Creek, QLD.

January 2020 I finally had my dream come true having ELD build a 20m x 60m dressage arena on our beautiful equestrian property.
My initial communication was quickly responded to and Todd came to inspect the site and a date was set.
I was ecstatic when a call came that my job schedule could come forward. The equipment came to site the next day. ELD have every piece of equipment required onsite for the entire time so no waiting for anything. Once equipment and the guys are there it is all go. They arrive early and no messing around. As they have worked together for so long you could see the experience and communication. Multiple machines and Trucks used the space with absolutely no conflicts. Todd was calm and in control of the whole site. The laser level to trim the layers was amazing to watch been able to adjust in 1mm increments.
My ELD arena was no stress for me. It was perfectly managed, quickly but fastidiously constructed and no mess or tyre ruts left onsite.

I highly recommend ELD as a professional and competent team who deliver an exceptionally high quality and aesthetically pleasing improvement to your equestrian property. I think whether a professional or a dedicated enthusiast like myself, you and your horses deserve a perfect arena at least once.