A fun novice program for beginner riders ages 5yrs to 10 yrs. Ideal for children who know little or nothing about ponies or a nervous rider. Riders are well supervised and receive instruction from a Professional Riding Instructor.

At our Boutique Riding Premises, we offer a beautiful quiet country environment. Our ponies, saddlery, and property are to the highest standards.

The highest pony is 13.2hh we concentrate on keeping pony heights to a minimum so not to over-horse your child.

We love teaching small groups of children, so they gain the utmost knowledge and experience in the short time they are with us.

Your child will learn the importance of

• Pony & Saddlery Care
• Handling the pony from the ground (a good relationship on the ground is crucial)
• Sitting correctly to achieve a balanced position
• Important first aids to Halt, Walk, Trot

Most children will be able to 'Rise to the trot' within their first or second day.

Once the basics are established, the students will play games, learn basic pole work, go for a farm ride, etc. To practice the objectives taught in their lessons, and that develop confidence and skills.

Our focus is on achieving an Empathetic Balanced Rider, nurturing children while they are developing empathy, respect, gratitude and love towards ponies. We take care in encouraging but not over facing your child, to set the children in good stead for further riding experiences.

Professional Riding Instruction

Safety and fun is our highest priority for the children and our ponies.

The children will also take part in fun and instructional barn games, crafts and activities if time allows.

"I like all the little tips you give us Kathryn. It helps us to be effective riders and your ponies listen to us. It is so different from other places we have ridden, where you are told to get on and go. Your ponies have nice soft mouths too and are much easier to stop."

Zsabella Goldsack 9 years with Spirit December 2014

Posts on our Facebook Page after April 2016 Pony Pals

Oh, thank you so much, it was wonderful for our city girl to be able to enjoy some time on the farm and with the ponies, she thoroughly enjoyed every minute!

Rebekah Graham April, 29, 2016

Thank you all, Zahra hasn't stopped talking about everything she learned about caring for & riding the ponies

Clarrissa Arnold, April 29th, 2016

The Pony Pals Holiday Programme was amazing!!! Carlie Jean absolutely adored it and learnt loads all while having the best Pony experience of her little life... Thank you very much for having us!!!

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Victoria Rodger, April 28th, 2016

Important Information

Half day 9am - 1pm $80 per day

For Boys and Girls ages 5-10 years

Limited to 10 children

50% deposit required to hold your child's space non transferable non refundable if we can't fill your child's position. Please be aware we need a minimum of five children to start any day. If we cannot fill the programme we can either refund or you can swap for Private Riding Lessons or a Pony Treat