Just a short drive from New Plymouth, Bell Block and Inglewood, Egmont Village Riding School offers lessons for both children and adults. With individual and group lessons and holiday programmes, either on our quiet school horses or your own horse, there is always something available.

Beginning Riders

For many children, learning to ride and care for horses is one of the most enjoyable and memorable experiences of their childhood. We offer a safe, fun environment for young riders to explore their passion and develop their confidence and capability.

All new riders start with private lessons to provide one-on-one instruction during this crucial foundational phase. Riders can start lessons from five years of age. See the Lessons page for full details.

Holiday Sessions

We offer a selection of longer sessions every school holidays, from general introductory sessions for new riders to single-focus sessions and trail rides for our more capable riders. See our School Holidays page for our latest schedule and a booking form.

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Group lessons

For established riders, group lessons can be a great way to learn and have fun with more independence. See the Term lessons page for more details.

Adult Riders

Returning to riding, or learning to ride as an adult, can be an intimidating process. We can help get you going on our safe school hack, or, if you have your own horse, we can provide lessons and support. It's never too late to learn to ride (again)!

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Horse Management

We host Horse Management (HM) sessions for senior pony club riders throughout the year. Details are emailed to head coaches as applicable.