BROOKE Lodge, Stepaside, Dublin was lucky enough to have one of the world’s leading judges and coaches visit Ireland for a two-day clinic and evening seminar, Germany’s Christoph Hess.

Both the clinic and seminar were organised by Liz Frayling and her family business, Toorala Equine Performance, and kindly hosted by Iris Walshe at Brooke Lodge. Christoph, whose accolades are too numerous to mention, is undoubtedly unique in both his positive attitude and ability to instill confidence in both horse and rider.