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Practical advice for your arena and property.
VALLAS offers online and onsite consultation for new builds, existing arenas, surface issues and property improvement projects.
Whether you are planning a new arena, upgrading an existing surface, dealing with drainage or footing problems, or needing clear guidance for your contractor, we can help you understand the best next step.
Our approach is practical, independent and experience-led — helping you understand your options clearly and choose the right next step for your arena or property.
Clear guidance.
Better decisions.
From planing to problem solving, we help you understand the full picture so your surface performs the way it should.
Honest advice, practical solutions and support that suits your property, your horses and your budget.
NEW ARENA PLANNING
Site layout, surface choice, material and staged planning for new builds.
EXISTING ARENA ASSESMENT
Helps maintain even hydration across the entire arena footing.
PROBLEM SOLVING & REPAIRS
Adressing puddling, uneven areas, contamination and surface performance issues.
SURFACE IMPROVEMENT
Fibre selection, sand compatibility, blending, depth correction and maintenance planning.
CONTRACTOR SUPPORT
Measurements, CAD drawings and clear specifications for your builder or supplier.
PROPERTY & FACILITY PLANNING
Tracks, containtment, fencing, access ways.
SAND & MATERIAL ADVICE
Sand types, mixing ratios and material guidance for durable, consistent surfaces.
MAINTENANCE GUIDANCE
Seasonal care, drag and water management for long-term surface performance.
Different conditions need different solutions.
VALLAS was created to bring practical, experience-led surface advice to riders, landowners, facilities and animal properties across New Zealand.
Our work sits between product supply, surface knowledge and project support. We help you understand what your arena or property needs before money is spent on materials, repairs or construction.
Consultation enquiries are led directly by James, whose practical experience is at the heart of VALLAS. With a background across construction, machinery, equestrian environments and equestrian surface systems, he brings grounded and professional knowledge to every project.
As horse people ourselves, we understand that surfaces are not just technical — they affect confidence, usability, safety and the day-to-day experience of both horse and rider.
From arena footing and moisture behaviour through to race training tracks, farm tracks, wet areas, contractor guidance and staged project planning, VALLAS focuses on clear, practical, and innovative solutions that suit the site, the animals, and the way the property is used.
We are not here to overcomplicate the process.
We are here to help you understand your options clearly and choose a solution that suits your property, your horses and the way the space is used.
Not sure where to start?
Tell us about your arena, surface or ground challenge and we’ll help you understand the most practical next step.