The Glasshouse Mountains Riding School is nestled near the foothills
of the scenic Glasshouse Mountains, and 10 minutes from Australia Zoo.
We offer quality horse riding instruction on a weekly basis or casual lessons
and trail rides if you just want to have a bit of fun.
During the school holidays we offer either ½ day or full day camps. The
students will be allocated a pony/horse for the day. They
will learn how to catch, lead, groom, saddle and bridle up, feed, etc.. just
to name a few of the basic horsemanship we teach. Also included is either a 1
or 2 hr riding lesson, we have lots of fun with games and activities on horseback,
there could even be a short trail ride.
We have a selection of ponies and horses suitable for the young or old.
Whether you are a nervous beginner, or a confident, experienced rider,
we have a variety of suitable schooled horses or ponies. Our classes
cater for beginners right through to competent riders and teach from
4 year olds to Grandparents.
Riding Lessons:
We teach flat work, jumping and sporting.
Group sessions $30.00 per hour.
Private Lessons $30 per half hour or $50.00 for one hour.
We can supply helmet and boots but if you are planning regular lessons
it is best to purchase your own.
Bring refreshments as there is no canteen available.
The Instructor
Our onsite riding instructor is Belinda Short.
Belinda has been involved with horses most of her life, competing in One Day Events (Dressage, show jumping and cross country) and gymkhanas for the last 10 years.
She has been with the Pony Club for 5 years as their Chief Instructor, and is a Level C Pony Club Instructor and is also trained as a showjumping course builder and jumping judge.
Belinda is currently under taking her NCAS EFA Level 1 Coaching qualifications.
Glasshouse Mountains Riding School has been hosting a Pedestrian Equestian Programme run through the Glasshouse Country Christian College.
Pedestrian Equestrian is a Pony Club program that allows children without horses to experience the many aspects of owning a horse. Children learn to groom, saddle, lead, feed and clean horses. Belinda conducts similar workshops during the school holiday period. For more information please see the 'Workshops' page.
