Children

Lessons

Most children have private lessons but we also teach them in twos and threes. All children start on the lead rein and only progress to working off the lead rein when they have mastered the basics of position, turning, rising trot, etc. This builds their confidence in themselves and their ponies. To encourage them to work hard and progress, they can receive a certificate once they have completed a grade and moved on to the next one. For full details of prices, see under Lessons.

In Hand Dressage Competition

A five week after school course is starting this week. It leads up to the competition with rosettes and prizes.

Wednesdays, from 4.00 to 6.00 p.m.
Ages from 6 to 13
Drinks and snacks supplied

Week 1 (7th January): 0000In hand obstacle course and ride
Week 2 (14th January): 000Bridles, dressing up, plaiting
Week 3 (21st January) :000Practising the rules of the riding arena
Week 4 (28th January): 000Practice the Test (copies will be given out)
Week 5 (4th February): 000Dress up and In Hand Test

As the first week is a "fun" session, it is possible to start on 14th January and pay £28.00 instead of the full price.

Pony Days

These popular days are for children aged five to fifteen who are split into groups according to age. They include horse care, a ride, quizzes, pony games, etc. Lunch and other refreshments are included in the price.

Time: 9.30 a.m. until 3.30 p.m.

Price: £24.50 (10% discount for 2 or more members of a family).

The next Pony Days will be in the February half term holiday

Courses for young riders

Young riders can learn about horse care in a structured way from attending an Essential Horse Care course.

Riders of 12 years and over are eligible to train for and take the BHS Riding and Road Safety Test. The next one will be in May 2009.

More information is available under Courses.