Fun Days Riding our Horses
I love horses; they're graceful, strong and supple. I love the rich sleekness of their coats, their long flowing tails, the super-soft part of their nostrils which feels strangely like new born babies' skin and yes, even their smell. Growing up I rode horses as a competitive sport, however, horse riding is also a popular recreational activity and great for improving fitness and co-ordination.
Wattle Creek Equestrian Centre
Wattle Creek Equestrian Centre is an established organisation of 18 years' specialising in private lessons for all ages and skill levels. Located at The Gap, their prices for individual lessons with the general coach range from $66 for 30 minutes, $84 for 45 minutes or $118 for 60 minutes. If you purchase lessons in blocks of 4 or 8 you will receive each lesson at a discounted price.
For school children they provide unique school term lessons. These are for children of all ages and operate within the school term periods (approximately 8-10 weeks). They run every Saturday morning from 7.30am to 11.30am. Term fees range from $720 to $880 per term (depending on the length of the term). Gift certificates are available and you can sign up for their
bi-monthly newsletter online.
Dalson Park Indoor Equestrian Centre
Dalson Park conducts horse riding lessons for groups and/or private tuition. Located on Nujooloo Road, Slacks Creek you can bring your own horse or ride one of theirs. They cater for the absolute beginner to the experienced and they'll even supply your boots and helmets if you're without.
The more lessons you book per month the less you pay. You can pay as little as $38 per lesson for 15 lessons per month or $70 for one lesson per month. If you have your own horse a group lesson will cost you $35. Dalson Park ensures everyone undergoes a private evaluation lesson the first time round and this initial assessment will cost you $60 for 45 minutes. If you like to be kept informed of the latest events you can join their
mailing list online.
Forest Lake Riding School
Located in Forest Lake just 30 minutes from the Brisbane CBD, this riding school provide horse riding lessons for children aged 6 to adults. Regular priced lessons cost $65 for adults (17 years and up) and $60 for children (6 to 16 years). Each lesson runs for 45 minutes and consists of only 3-4 riders so you'll get a more personalised riding lesson for the cost of a group lesson.
Forest Lake Riding School offer a special introductory price for beginners/first timers. For a total of 3 lessons, adults pay $165 and children $150. Gift vouchers can be purchased
online.
Do you have a favourite horse riding school in Brisbane? You can vote for one of the schools mentioned in the article or tell us who your favourite riding school is in Brisbane and why.
