BSET Academy – November and December 2025
As we come to the close of another year at BSET Academy, November and December 2025 gave us time to pause, reflect, and quietly celebrate just how much has been achieved. These two months were full of learning, growth, commitment, and the kind of hands-on experiences that really shapes young equine professionals. First Years: Building…
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BSET Academy – October 2025: Honoring Legacy, Advancing Learning
A Eulogy for Conduit and Rosie This month, we pause to honour two extraordinary polo ponies who were so much more than teammates on the field – they were soulmates, teachers, and the kind of once-in-a-lifetime companions that change everything. Conduit, or Condi, as she was known to those who loved her, was brave, spirited,…
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September has brought with it both fresh energy and proud achievements at BSET Academy. From the dedication of our first years to the exciting projects of our second years, it has been a season of learning, growth, and celebration. First-Year Progress Our first-year students continue to lay down a solid foundation in their equine studies.…
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BSET Academy Blog – August 2025
“The Power of Communication” by Melissa Rautenbach (2nd Year HHEM Student at BSET Academy) Communication is one of the most essential skills in human life. It is the process through which people share information, express emotions, convey thoughts, and build connections. Without effective communication, human relationships – both personal and professional – would be difficult…
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BSET Academy Blog – July 2025
“Fieldwork, Firsts, and Finishing Strong” July has been nothing short of action-packed for students at BSET Academy. From specialist lectures and exams to field trips and live demonstrations, the month has been a full-circle learning experience. With the second years finishing up exams and first-years launching into business studies, every student has had opportunities to…
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BSET Academy Blog – June 2025
BSET Academy Blog – June 2025 June has been jam-packed with hands-on learning, travel, global news, and winter beauty blooming across the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands landscape. With exams approaching in just a few weeks, our students have been out and about making every hour count, from Summerveld gallops to global clinics, from racehorse rehab to polo…
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BSET Academy May 2025 Blog
May has been a month full of learning, excitement, a few nerves, and a whole lot of milestones, both academic and personal. From fascinating dissections and first year EQASA exams to Beth’s inspiring visit and our second years taking a leap into the professional world, the energy on campus has been buzzing despite the cold…
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Showcasing student work in Equine Entrepreneurship BSET Academy is delighted to share the outstanding work produced by our second-year students in the Entrepreneurship and Business Ventures (EBV) course. This month’s blog highlights two student submissions that stood out not only for their creativity and relevance but also for their depth of understanding and commitment to…
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BSET Academy Blog – March 2025
This month we would like to share some work from a second-year student, Zoey Thompson. All BSET Academy students now do Entrepreneurship and Business Ventures (EBV) as part of their course work. The task was to write a blog on business systematization. More work from the second years and their EBV progress will be shared…
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Breaking New Ground in Equine Education: February 2025
Despite the persistent rainy season in the KZN Midlands, BSET Academy has been buzzing with activity and growth throughout February. The wet weather hasn’t dampened our spirits – in fact, it’s encouraged numerous enjoyable hacks across our beautiful surroundings. Hands-On Learning Experience Our first-year students had the exceptional opportunity to participate in backing a horse…
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