The NZ Horse Team, led by Dayna Pomare Pai (Grant), is the go-to choice for professional and ethical equine stunt work. We specialise in high-impact stunts, precision riding, and expert horse handling; all delivered with a strong focus on safety, reliability, and animal welfare, within a positive and supportive work environment.
Our Services
Comprehensive equine services for the film and television industry in New Zealand, from pre-production planning to on-set coordination and actor training.
Actor Training
Comprehensive training programs for actors working with horses
Basic horsemanship skills
Riding technique development
Safety awareness training
Character-specific preparation
Confidence building exercises
On-camera riding techniques
Meet Our Core Team
Our professional instructors who make our vision a reality through their expertise, passion, and dedication.
We have multiple other instructors who work for NZSS.
Laura Hasson
Wrangler & Wellbeing Expert
Dayna Pomare Pai
Horse Master & Stunt Coordinator
Melonie Bollinger
Head Wrangler & Rodeo Specialist
Benjamin Raoult
Wrangler & Stunt Rider
Corey Miln
Rider & Dressage Specialist
Jim
Farrier & Equine Chiropractor
Jim
Farrier & Equine Chiropractor
Stuart Moore
Carriage Specialist
Claire Raoult
Dept Coordinator & Safety Specialist
Pai Pai
Wrangler & Logistics Specialist
Laura Hasson
Wrangler & Wellbeing Expert
Dayna Pomare Pai
Horse Master & Stunt Coordinator
Melonie Bollinger
Head Wrangler & Rodeo Specialist
Benjamin Raoult
Wrangler & Stunt Rider
Corey Miln
Rider & Dressage Specialist
Jim
Farrier & Equine Chiropractor
Jim
Farrier & Equine Chiropractor
Stuart Moore
Carriage Specialist
Claire Raoult
Dept Coordinator & Safety Specialist
Pai Pai
Wrangler & Logistics Specialist
Laura Hasson
Wrangler & Wellbeing Expert
Dayna Pomare Pai
Horse Master & Stunt Coordinator
Melonie Bollinger
Head Wrangler & Rodeo Specialist
Training Services
Prepare for your role with our comprehensive training programs designed specifically for actors working with horses in film and television.
Horse Lessons & Film Prep
Hands-on training sessions to build confidence and skills for working with horses on camera.
Basic horsemanship and safety
Mounting and dismounting techniques
Basic riding skills development
Working with horses on camera
Character-specific preparation
Confidence building exercises
Horse falls safety techniques
Online Horse Theory
Comprehensive online course covering horse behavior, safety protocols, and film industry standards.
Horse psychology and behavior
Safety protocols and procedures
Film industry standards
Equipment and tack knowledge
Emergency response procedures
Animal welfare guidelines
Want to join the NZ Horse Team?
Interested to work with us or have a trained horse ready to work on set, contact us
Want to hire our Horse Department for your next project?
We have our Horse portfolio and Department Presentation ready for you