Hans Peter Minderhoud

Hans Peter with Olympic partner Nadine

Hans Peter first came into contact with horses at the age of six at a stables near his home in Westkapelle, Holland. It soon became clear that this was more than just a hobby. Hans Peter spent every spare minute at the stables and although the ‘horse world’ was totally unfamiliar to his family, they have always given him their full support.

At the age of 16, he approached Anky van Grunsven and enquired if he might work with her in the school holidays. She agreed, and he began to work for her every holiday in Erp.

In 1994 Hans Peter accompanied Anky as competition groom to Den Haag where the World Equestrian Games were taking place. When Anky won a gold medal with Bonfire Hans Peter knew for certain that he wanted to make his carrier in the equestrian world.

Hans Peter acquired a lot of experience in the following years at various sporting stables. He worked for Bollvorm, Van De Broek and at Gertjan van Olst’s stud farm to name but a few.

In 2003, he decided it was time to branch out on his own. With the help of the stallions Painted Black and Rubels he established both his stable and his name.

Since then, Stal Minderhoud has built up a solid name and reputation in the international training world. Hans Peter enjoys both training and riding young horses as well as riding at Grand Prix.

A brief summary of his list of prizes include; four world champion titles, several National titles, six times Pavo Cup champion, European Gold and Olympic team silver in 2008 for Holland.

In 2010, Hans Peter formed part of the gold medal winning Dutch team at the World Equestrian Games in Kentucky, scoring 72.255% with Exquis Nadine, despite the mare's fall the day before and grazed knees.