Horse Riding

• Our herd of horses are suitable for all levels from beginners to advanced and all ages from 2yrs to 102yrs.

• Cost $110 per person / 60 minutes

• Each rider will have an instructor with them

• Opening Hours

  • Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm

  • Saturday 8am - 1pm

  • Sunday Closed

  • Lessons run on the hour ie. 9am - 10am.

• The 60-minute lesson involves grooming, tacking and the riding adventure

• We provide all riders with a helmet

• The content of the lesson may vary based on the rider's preferences and needs, including trail rides, dressage drills, showjumping practice, or mounted games.

• Please read through our FAQ page for parking information & the helmet collection point.

Private Riding Lessons + Pony Leads

Riders will receive 1:1 support and instruction for the hour. Beginner riders & first-time riders will be led on their horses until they feel comfortable riding off the lead.

Pony Leads are a safe, supportive and fun way to introduce children to ponies and horses. If your kids love being active & outdoors - we’ve got the perfect paddocks and rainforest track for leads to explore. Participants will learn the skills of awareness, safety, grooming, and horsemanship.

Private lessons

• Enjoy 1:1 support and guidance throughout the hour.

• Beginners and first-timers led on horses until confident.

Safe and fun introduction for kids to ponies and horses.

Explore our scenic paddocks and rainforest tracks.

Learn awareness, safety, grooming, and horsemanship skills

Progress to a Group Lesson

Group lessons are an effective way of learning through shared problem-solving, and giving and receiving feedback. Our group lessons go beyond the saddle – they're a dynamic forum for shared problem-solving, encouraging participants to learn not only from instructors but also from one another.

$88 per person 1-hour lesson.

Group Lesson Timetable

• Tuesday - Friday, 4pm - 5pm. Under 18yrs (ideal for school-aged kids)

• Thursday & Friday, 9am - 10am. (ideal for 16yrs + )

• Saturday 8am, 10am & 11am - ALL ages

Group lesson qualifications

• All riders must have completed 1 private lesson to be assessed

• The rider must be able to trot independently

• The rider must have a strong knowledge of how to catch & saddle a horse

• Group lessons will have no more than 6 riders

• One instructor per each group 1:6

Family & Friends Group Ride | Trail Ride

This is a 1-hour horse-riding adventure. You will groom your horse, learn how to saddle a horse and then head out for a riding experience across our property.

We will teach you general or advanced horse riding skills depending on your knowledge and experience. An instructor will walk alongside you throughout the ride or you may be on the lead if you’re a beginner rider.

• Book a private lesson for each rider - $110 per person for 1-hour

• Each rider will be allocated an instructor

• Our instructors will accompany each rider, starting with a lead until we can assess your riding skills

• In the rider notes, add that you want riders A B C D to ride together

• No need for assessments, just make a booking for yourself and inform us about your preference for a trail ride, jumping lesson, or your specific wants from the lesson.

  
  

Pat, Feed & Paint a Pony *Monday - Friday

Suitable for all ages (2- 7yrs) - no horse riding/lead rides 

• Cost $77 runs for 60 minutes.

• This is a great activity to do with a small group of kids, siblings, grandparents and the whole family.

What’s involved: 

• Brushing a pony

• Painting hooves

• Feeding a pony (ie. hay, apples or carrots)

• Meeting all the horses & ponies

• Learning the names of horse parts 

• Horse games on foot

• To book the Pat & Paint please email remond6@bigpond.com

• NB: No horse riding is involved. If a

Mums, Dads & Tiny Tots.

This 1-hour horse ride is a great way to start your day outside & for you to meet other parents living on the Central Coast.

• This ride is designed for parents, guardians & grandparents, of a horse-crazed youngster where you will both be on horseback together. Your ride may include an obstacle course, treasure hunt, trail ride, or horseback games. Suitable for 2-year-olds plus.

• Price $110 per rider

• You need to book a private lesson for each person riding

• Ie: Mum & Child are both riding = 2 x private lessons at 10 am on Monday

Ride & Gourmet Picnic Package | Proposal Picnic

For a unique equine experience, we invite you to enjoy a horse ride with a gourmet picnic to follow. The experience will commence with an introduction to horses and horse wisdom, including grooming, horse riding, and a horse ride out followed by a picnic.

We pride ourselves in offering the best Picnic Packages and experiences on the Central Coast for couples, friends and families. We can tailor picnics to your needs with enough notice! Please advise of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.

Visit our picnic packages for more information.

GroundWork

For those who are new and/or nervous around horses, we can start with awareness, theory, and lessons on foot, before progressing into the saddle. There is no limit to horse wisdom and skill acquisition on the ground. $88 per 1-hour lesson.

Saturday Saddle Club

What is Saddle Club: It’s the perfect opportunity for your child to grow their confidence with horses, improve their horsemanship skills, meet new friends, be part of a team & gain a better understanding of the responsibilities of owning a horse.

A typical Saddle Club & Hobbyhorse riding: Feeding, grooming, learning how to wash a horse, cleaning stables & paddock care. Hobby horse riding is the perfect blend of imagination and fun, where you get to ride your very own "horse" and embark on thrilling pretend equestrian adventures! Get ready to trot, canter, and leap into the fantastic realm of hobby horse riding!

When: On the last Saturday of every month.

Club Info: Cost $30 per child.

Suitable for: 4yrs - 16yrs old.

On The Day: Drop off 9am | Pickup 12pm. Meet us down at the horse stables. Bring food, water, a hat, jumper & gumboots.

Bring an envelope with $30 cash. Make sure to write your details (name, child’s name & phone numbers) on the front.

Riding on Saturday: You can book a horse riding lesson while taking part in Saddle Club. Book a lesson online.

How to Book Online:

Click on Book A Lesson

1. You will be taken to our online booking system, EC Pro (UK site) to register an account (name, email, address, phone number)

2. Then add the rider(s)

3. Select “EVENTS” from the home page - “UPCOMING EVENTS”

4. Select the relevant date/event and Click “book space” on the date wanted.

5. Enter your rider’s FIRST & LAST name + any notes.

6. * Ignore the slots regarding rider number /horse name/number

7. Add to basket.

8. Once you have added all the camp days wanted to your basket, proceed to checkout.

Hobby Horse Riding in NSW, Australia

We are thrilled to announce that The Outlook Riding Academy is now offering HOBBY HORSE RIDING! We are proud to be the Central Coast's first hobbyhorse riding centres in New South Wales, and we are a proud member of HobbyHorse Australia.

Unleash your creativity and saddle up for an extraordinary equestrian adventure! Hobby horse riding is the perfect blend of imagination and fun, where you get to ride your very own "horse" and embark on thrilling pretend equestrian adventures!

Our dedicated team is eager to guide you through this exciting new journey, where you'll learn the art of hobby horse riding, show off your moves, and join a vibrant community of like-minded enthusiasts! Perfect for all ages and abilities, hobby horse riding promotes confidence, creativity, and a whole lot of laughter!

Get ready to trot, canter, and leap into the fantastic realm of hobby horse riding!

Hobby horse riders from Sydney, Greater Sydney - Newcastle and the Hunter Valley region have been joining us on our Hobbyhorse adventures. We look forward to welcoming you and having you onboard.

FAQs: What to wear, parking, collect a helmet and meet your instructor