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Horseriding lessons in Docklands

Lessons offered

We offer group lessons and private lessons depending on individual requirements. From beginner classes to private individual advanced training and development.

When are the Classes?

Absolute beginner classes

These run for six consecutive weeks bookable in advance. Private and semi-private lessons are available Monday–Friday 8am–5pm.

Adult & young person group classes

Monday

6.00pm
Adult Beginner plus
7.00pm
Adult Novice level 1
8.00pm
Adult Novice level 2


Tuesday

6.00pm
Adult Beginner plus
7.00pm
Adult Novice level 3
8.00pm
Adult Novice level 1


Wednesday

6.00pm
Adult Novice level 3
7.00pm
Adult Novice level 2
8.00pm
Adult Novice level 3


Thursday

6.00pm
Young People's Intermediate level 1
7.00pm
Adult Jump Lesson
8.00pm
Adult Intermediate Level 1


Saturday

9.00am
Adult Novice level 3
10.00am
Adult Beginner eight week course
11.00am
Child Novice level 3
12.00pm
Child Beginner (lead rein)
1.30pm
Child Novice level 2
2.30pm
Child Beginner plus
3.30pm
Child Beginner (lead rein)
4.00pm
Child Novice level 1/2


Sunday

9.00am
Adult Intermediate level 1
10.00am
Adult Beginner plus
11.00am
Adult Novice level 3
12.00pm
Child Beginner (lead rein)
1.30pm
Child Beginner plus
2.30pm
Child Novice level 3/4
3.30pm
Child Lead Rein
4.00pm
Child Novice 1/2



Clothing – what to wear on your lesson

  • Jeans are not recommended but a looser trouser is ideal
  • Shoes or boots with a small heel i.e. a walking boot
  • Trainers, wellingtons and shoes with a wedge or thick tractor sole are not permitted
  • Dress according to the weather although long sleeves are recommended even in the hot weather
  • Hat hire is £1.50

Which class level is best for you

Please view the list of available lessons below, and find the class that best matches your skills and experience. Please use this as a guide when telephoning.

Each class will always be a work in progress and the ultimate goal is to be able to reach the standard required in each group, only then will a client be ready for the next level.

  • Basic position
  • Confidence in the saddle
  • Steering
  • School rules and terms
  • Rising trot and balance in the saddle
  • Simple supplying exercises for the rider

  • Diagonals
  • Introduction to sitting trot within upward and downward transitions
  • Progressive transitions
  • Keeping together as a ride
  • Turns and changes of rein
  • Large circles

  • Adjusting stirrups and girth from the ground and mounted
  • Transitions independent of the ride
  • Simple movements independent of the ride
  • Introduction to sitting trot progressing to sitting trot without stirrups
  • Introduction to riding in open order

  • Balanced position in sitting trot without stirrups
  • Introduction to canter
  • Maintaining open order
  • Drill riding
  • Introduction to trotting poles
  • Jumping position
  • Working into a positive contact and correct bend

  • Cantering on a named leg
  • Working in open order and independently
  • Introduction to jumping
  • Introduction to leg yield
  • Turn on the forehand

  • Cantering without stirrups
  • Cantering figure of eight with simple change through trot
  • Direct transitions (trot–halt–trot)
  • Simple grid work
  • 15 meter circles
  • Jumping two/three fences with a change of rein

  • Understanding of impulsion and outline
  • Working to improve the horse
  • Lengthening and shortening
  • Direct transitions (walk–canter–walk)
  • Jumping simple courses of fences

  • Understanding of lateral work

Lessons costs

As of the 1st of April 2013 there will be a price increase to all lessons. You will also note that from this date there will be no discount for young riders who reside on the Isle of Dogs. We have not done this lightly and have done a price comparison with other Riding Establishments. We have therefore kept our increase to a minimum. This is in line with products and services across the board.

GroupPrice
Adult (1 hour) £30
Child 7-16 years (1 hour) £25
Child (30 mins) £18

 

Semi Private (45 Minute lesson)Price
Junior Instructor £35
Senior Instructor £40
Chief Instructor £45

 

Private Lesson (45 minute lesson)Price
Junior Instructor £45
Senior Instructor £50
Chief Instructor £55

 

Lunge (1/2 hour Lesson)Price
1 Lesson £40

 

Group Jump LessonPrice
Adult group jump £33
Children's group Jump £27

 

Packages (Including hat hire)Price
Eight Week Adult Beginners Course £232
Six Week Child Beginners Course £117

 

Please note - There are waiting lists for both courses and at the end of the course lessons revert to the normal rates.

Weight limit 13 stone or 82 kg fully clothed

All lessons are payable in advance and subject to 24-hour cancellation fee.

For further information

Please call the stables to make a reservation on 020 7515 0749 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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