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One of our pony club groups taking the horses out on a trail ride through the property

One of our delightful clients having a dressage lesson on our beautiful FEI trained dressage horse, Jazmine

At Avoca Park, we understand that each rider is unique, and we value your individual preferences.

QUALITY and SAFETY is PARAMOUNT to us!

Ensuring all horse riding lessons are taught by Equestrian Australia (EA) Qualified coaches, or trainee coaches who are participating in the EA courses and receiving guidance from Coach Educator (and Director of Avoca Park) Leanne Williams.

We will commence your journey with a private one-on-one assessment lesson, this will aid us to get to know you, determine your skill level and compatibility with the horse we have paired you with. We will discuss your goals and create a plan to work with you to reach them.

If riders are capable of safely trotting independently we can pair you with another similar rider and place you into a semi-private (2 riders) lesson.
We find this is a great way of building relationships!

We provide group riding in our Pony Club Australia sessions and school holiday programs.

We also offer 1 hour couples rides and casual children's rides out to our Memorial Reserve.

These can be accompanied with a private picnic if desired, lovingly created by our amazing Hospitality Team.

PRICE LIST

DEFINITIONS

Let us help you!

If you are not sure where to start or what you want - don't worry!

Give the office a call, or send us a text on 0422 561 126 or email us on [email protected] with a brief description of what you are looking for and our friendly team will get in touch to help discuss what may be the best options that will suit you!

**Please Note- We have a 90kg weight limit for the wellbeing of our horses**

Horse-Riding Lessons

Riding Lessons with EA Qualified Intro Coach

Casual or Regular Lessons

30min or 1hr Duration

Private or Semi-Private (max 2)

Weekday or Weekend

School Horse or Bring Your Own

Believing in SAFTEY, our coaches are either fully qualified Equestrian Australia Introductory Coaches or Coaches in training.

For Regular Riding Lessons:

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For Casual Riding Lessons:

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Riding Lessons with EA Level 3 Dressage Coach

Casual or Regular Lessons

30min or 1hr Duration

Private or Semi-Private (max 2)

Weekday or Weekend

School Horse or Bring Your Own

Leanne Williams is a fully qualified Level 3 Dressage Coach with Equestrian Australia and is the proud owner of Avoca Park Equestrian.

She is also a Licensed teacher in Philippe Karl's, School of Legerete.

Leanne has dedicated her learnings to understanding how the horse's mind and body works to enable comfort and longevity for both horse and rider.

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Advanced Lessons on FEI Trained Edoras Jazmine

If you would like to ride a classically trained FEI horse in self-carriage, Edoras Jazmine is for you.

Jaz is beautifully trained up to Grand Prix and has the ability to give riders the ultimate feel self carriage in all her movements.

Lessons are with EA Level 3 Dressage Coach and Licensed Legerete (French School of Lightness) Teacher Leanne Williams.

Available for lessons for riders with a minimum of EA Preliminary or Grade 3 ARC or PCA riding experience.

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Social Semi - Private Sessions

Our 'Social Semi Sessions' are available daily Monday - Friday between 10am - 4pm.

We can accommodate both horse owners and non-horse owners during these sessions.

Designed to bring like-minded riders together and to aid in the development of new horsey friendships and the meeting of goals.

Before or after your session there is always coffee machine coffee or tea and a scrumptious homemade sweet. YUMMO!!

Casual bookings are welcome too. (All riders on a school horse require an assessment lesson prior to joining one of our Social Semi Sessions)

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Lessons for Avoca Park Trails (Obstacle Course)

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Introducing our Trail Course at Avoca Park Equestrian—a carefully designed space that prioritizes safety for both horses and riders!

This innovative course is perfect for introducing horses to various obstacles they may encounter while out on the trails. Each element is crafted to ensure a secure and enjoyable experience, helping to build confidence in both horse and rider.

Not only does the trail course provide essential exposure to real-world challenges, but it also offers a fun and interactive way to strengthen the bond of trust and improve handling skills.

Come join us and experience the joy of exploring new obstacles together, all while enhancing your partnership with your horse!

Cross Country Lessons with EA Level 1 General Coach

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Our natural rustic Cross Country Course is a thoughtfully designed course built to encourage.

It serves as a confidence building introduction for horses up to 75cm, providing a safe and supportive environment for both riders and their mounts.

Led by Leanne Williams, an Equestrian Australia Level 1 General Instructor with experience competing at EA Novice level, you’ll benefit from her expert guidance and deep understanding of cross-country riding.

Leanne’s passion for helping riders build confidence and skill shines through in every lesson, making this course an ideal choice for those looking to explore the exciting world of cross country.

Jumping Lessons with EA Level 2 Jumping Equitation Judge & Rider

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Discover our Cavalletti and Show Jumping Sessions at Avoca Park, designed as a welcoming introduction for horses up to 75cm.

Under the expert guidance of Leanne Williams, an Equestrian Australia Level 2 Jumping Equitation Judge and experienced competitor, these classes focus on building both confidence and skill.

Leanne’s approach ensures a supportive environment where riders and horses can thrive. The sessions are thoughtfully structured to enhance balance and strength, laying a solid foundation for future jumping success. Join us for an engaging experience that combines skill development with a love for a cavelleti classjumping

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Horse & Pony Activities

Pony Club Australia Program (ponies provided)

Riding at YOUR Pace (NDIS Funding Applicable)

School Holiday Programs (Fun Days and Camps)

Pony Parties! (2hr, 3hr or Sleepover packages)

Check our Reviews out...

*****
My 8 years old and 11 years old had a fabulous day yesterday. They were very excited when we picked them up and kept talking about it. They enjoyed the horse riding so much. Friendly staff and nice morning tea/lunch. Highly recommended for this holiday program and we will definitely come back again😊

Wenwen Jiang

*****
A lovely equestrian centre that caters for everyone. As an experienced rider, I was able to have a lesson on the beautiful Jazzy with Leanne that challenged me in all the right ways. At the same time my 2 little daughters participated in the half day holiday program. They are still talking about it.All the staff I came across were friendly and chatty and the horses were well cared for and respected.

Bronwyn Cameron

*****
My 6 year old had the time of her life at the school holiday program. From learning about how to care for the horses to riding them solo. I was amazed how well she handled riding the horse on her own! She said her fav part was learning how to trot. We couldn't be happier with the experience and will def be back next school holidays.

Donna Gaffney

*****
The ladies at Avoca park are so friendly and inviting, the atmosphere and the horses all make it a beautiful experience. I highly recommend Avoca Park for horse riding lessons, cannot fault any of there services. I am throughly enjoying my lessons and getting back into horse riding, it has been healing and empowering after spending the last 8 years raising my children, I feel very blessed to be able to do this for myself as owning a horse right now is not a possibility, this is the next best thing. Just amazing, thankyou ladies and also thankyou to the beautiful horses that make this all possible.

Melissa Buntman

*****
My daughter has learned a great deal of horse riding skills from her teacher, Danya. Mandy from the head office was also very helpful. Additionally, the owner, Leanne, personally addressed and resolved some issues we encountered during class. Highly recommended!

Yu Chi

*****
We stayed for two nights at Avoca and had a wonderful family holiday. All the staff around the property were very welcoming and helpful and it was a lovely place to walk around and pat the friendly horses and donkeys. Our daughter also enjoyed a couple of riding lessons with really enthusiastic coaches. Being your wet weather gear if you travel in winter!

Klytie Wijgers

*****
My daughter (aged 10) and three of her school friends loved their first time at Avoca Park last week. It’s a gorgeous property and the service from the staff was excellent. The girls did a 2 day overnight camp and the girls are now very eager to organise another stay at the property during the next school holidays. The girls have more confidence on horses and they also enjoyed the jacuzzi in the evening. The staff sent through many pics of the girls having fun and that was very much appreciate.

Meg P

*****
My boys loved the school holiday program , they had never ridden a horse before this let alone get a trot in . There cowboy dreams came true 😊 They really enjoyed getting to know the ponys brushing them and giving them hay . Renee and Mandy made the experience fun and memorable for the boys they always made sure they were comfortable. Thank you Mandy for the yummy cake and cordial after the session . Highly recommend doing this with your kids they will love it !

Khalia Lamondola

*****
From my very first lesson I knew that Avoca park was special. Coming back into riding after 6 years off was daunting and so I was looking for a riding school whose coaches are kind, knowledgeable, and had the horses’ best interests at heart. I can confidently say that Avoca park has exceeded these expectations from the get go. Mandy was so patient with me in lining up a term riding schedule which worked for us all, Danya has been the most fantastic and supportive coach, and Perry has been a delight to learn on. One thing I really appreciate about the coaching at Avoca Park is that nothing is rushed, which means that lessons always feel safe and I feel supported through every bit of learning that we do. Perry (pictured) and I have got to know each other very well which has only enhanced my positive experience at Avoca Park so far. The stablehands are all super lovely to work with as well, and always willing to help when I need it - shoutout to Liam, Jordan, and Amelia. I’m so grateful that I’ve found a riding school where I feel this comfortable and happy. Thank you Leanne for creating such a wonderful place to learn and unwind ♥️