The Equestrian World Class Programme established 'Supporters of World Class Equestrian' in 2004 to assist funded riders on the Programme with the expensive business of keeping and competing horses at the top of their sport.
The concept is based on a partnership approach and it draws together a number of companies who wish to support riders on the Equestrian Programme, either through offering products, discounts or services.
The following companies are 'Supporters of World Class Equestrian'
FMBs Magnet Medics
Haygain Hay Steamers
NAF
Nuumed
Simply Rugs
Woof Wear
FMBs and Magnet Medics
FMBs and Magnet Medics supply a variety of Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF), Massage, Laser and Transcutaneous Electronic Nerve Stimulation (TENS) therapy products suitable for horses, riders and their dogs.
The company's range comprises boots, wraps, rugs, therapy kits and much more but the latest addition to the collection, the Pulsed Electromagnetic and Massage rug from Activo-Med, has proven popular with many top equestrian athletes including Zara Phillips, Anky van Grunsven, Richard Davenport and event rider Kitty Boggis.
The unique rug provides dual therapy to the horse from poll to tail and automatically switches between programs to offer the horse the most efficient combination of therapies. PEMF Wraps, PEMF and Massage Hoofpads, Laser equipment and TENS therapy also run off the same control unit. Pulsed Electromagnetic and Massage therapy can be used for a number of conditions including muscle tension, soft tissue damage, slow healing bones, degenerative joint and muscular diseases, inflammation, sport injuries, circulatory and metabolic disorders and arthritis. They are also very useful when used pre warm up and post exercise.
For more details visit: www.fmbs.co.uk
Haygain Hay Steamers
HAYGAIN hay steamers are a range of scientifically-proven hay steamers that produce palatable, dust-free hay, helping maintain a healthy respiratory system to enhance performance. HAYGAIN's patented steam distribution manifold system ensures even, thorough steaming throughout all of the hay.
Fit for purpose they are designed to be effortless and simple to use; a relief for those suffering with back problems. Savings and benefits beyond your horse's health become evident in potential reductions in vet bills, forage costs, water (if you currently soak) and potential competition overheads due to inability to perform through coughing or suchlike.
For more details visit: www.haygain.com
Natural Animal Feeds 
Established in 1982 NAF are the most respected and well known manufacturers of equine health supplements in the UK today and across Europe. Using proven ingredients found in nature and creating unique effective formulations NAF pride themselves on their unparalleled commitment to quality.
NAF believe in using only the best natural ingredients, which are fully traceable and are combined to create unique nutritional formulas. The products begin their development in the fully equipped laboratory, where a team of veterinarian scientists, nutritionists and chemists work together to produce highly effective and uniquely targeted formulations. The result is an extensive range of products, which are designed to offer something for your horse's every need.
As Official Suppliers of feed supplements to the British Equestrian Team, World Class riders from all British Team disciplines have access to NAF products and to the NAF nutritionists, under the direction of the Team Vets, to help support the health and fitness of the team horses when training and competing.
For more details visit: www.naf-uk.com
Nuumed
NuuMed started making numnahs around 17 years ago, so we are thoroughly tried and tested. We still design and make all our products at our factory in Somerset, England, and that enables us to provide the flexibility, accessibility, accountability and quality control levels we know our customers look for - and it means if you can't find it, we'll make it!
Along the way, NuuMed has notched up some notable firsts:
* HiWither numnahs and pads - a design unique to NuuMed and the first to follow the contours of a horse's back;
* The use of specially mixed wool knitted onto cotton yarn as opposed to a dead sheep's skin - all the wool you need with no skin attached
* The Combination design - the first pad to address the changing shape of a horse.
Today, the range has a numnah or pad to fit most saddles, which means that whatever your favourite equestrian activity - hacking, dressage, eventing, hunting, endurance, racing, western.... there is a NuuMed numnah or pad that's right for you.
For more details visit: www.nuumed.com
Simply Rugs
Simply Rugs provides a first class rug cleaning service using the latest washing technology and are fully supported by Nikwax, the worlds leading provider of outdoor cleaning and proofing products. Simply Rugs always ensure they respect the environment and the needs of its customers and their horses by not using any chemicals in the cleaning process.
A full collection and delivery service for stable and NZ rugs is available in the following areas: Berkshire, Bucks, Cambridge, Dorset, Essex, Hants, Herts, Northants, Oxon, Kent, Somerset, Suffolk, Surrey, Sussex and Wiltshire
Any repair work is guaranteed and Simply Rugs are able to provide an alteration service should the horse not fit the rug. Please call or email to book your rug collection and cleaning.
Simply Rugs - Damian Page. Tel: 07967 218088 E-mail: cleanhorserugs@aol.com
Woof Wear
In 1981, Louise Woof pioneered the 'Woof Boot' - the first brushing boot to be made from neoprene. This was a major innovation compared with the traditional leather boots available at the time as it meant that horses could be protected with boots that were light, durable and easy to care for.
For thirty years now Woof Wear has been at the forefront of protection for horse and rider with design and development at the heart of the brand. By incorporating testing and feedback from riders, we develop trusted, practical and comfortable products, which are being valued equally by leisure riders, professionals and even the Police Forces across the UK. Not least we are very proud to be the producer of the UK's best selling general-purpose brushing boot!
Supporting the talented riders on the Equestrian World Class Programme is a great opportunity for us to contribute directly back into equestrian sport and we are very proud of this long-standing relationship.
For more details visit: www.woofwear.com
