School Holidays
Beginners and Young Riders
PONY PALS focus is to start our riders correctly, using game-based horse-riding activities that encourage correct riding and skills.
These ½ days are a fun way to introduce your child to horse riding and pony care. Come for one 1/2 day or all 3 afternoons. Each 1/2 day brings new fun, learning and adventure.
Activities include; take care of a pony, learning correct riding skills, games, farm riding, all with fun and friendship in a safe environment. Complete beginners are mentored by our Pony Club Riders.
Wednesday 2nd, Thursday 3rd & Friday 4th July 1pm – 4pm $125/afternoon
This program caters for:
- Children over 5 years old who know little or nothing about ponies
- Those wishing to step up after completing the LEARN TO RIDE program
- The nervous rider and
- Up to those who wish to canter.
We cater for complete beginners with plenty of NZPCA helpers at hand to assist, a ESNZ coach and a safe, enclosed arena.
Step Up Your Riding
For riders ready to go beyond the basics, these clinics offer hands-on experience in both riding and horse management. Choose to ride one of our trusted school ponies or bring your own.
Perfect for riders who can walk and trot independently and are ready to canter, jump, and manage a pony confidently. These sessions offer real challenges, expert coaching, and a chance to grow in confidence while building lasting connections.
Marilyn Cooper Clinics
🗓️ 2nd & 3rd July | 🕘 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM | 💲$125 per morning
NZPCA B Examiner with 30+ years of experience. Pony Club-focused coaching for riders progressing through canter and jumping with an emphasis on confidence and technique.
Nataly Schnitzler Clinics
🗓️ 1st & 8th July | 🕧 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM | 💲$125 per afternoon
German-trained coach offering dressage-based sessions in-hand and under saddle, guiding riders toward softness, balance, and deeper understanding.