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Bonogin Valley Horse Retreat

HORSE RIDING
GOLD COAST

The Beginner Equine Education Specialist - Helping you start your horse journey straight away, easier and safer without the huge commitment and painful or costly mistakes!

HORSE GUIDE FOR BEGINNERS

3 critical things parents must know before your child rides a horse

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HORSE RIDING SCHOOL ESTABLISHED SINCE 2006

Learn from over 45yrs of experience to connect with horses confidently, and have a safer horse journey.

Time and time again we see kids getting hurt with horses because they are not set up the right way with the right horse. Deb has had personal conversations with hundreds of parents, with countless stories of horse crazy beginners who’ve been injured.

Over this time Deb has learned exactly what parents need and want, to keep their kids as safe as possible, and create those magical memories and friendships that will last a lifetime.

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We are the specialist in beginner education for a safer start to horse riding.

DREAM BIG AND JUMP HIGHER

We help you have fun with horses and develop skills in a safe environment.
Be happy and healthy through horse experiences.
Feel in control and confident through body language and balanced riding.

THE BEGINNER EDUCATION ESSENTIALS

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Know the exact steps to take and in the right order to learn about horses and horse riding!

BEGINNERS BLUEPRINT HOW TO GET STARTED

3 critical things parents must know before your child rides a horse!

OUR FEATURED PRODUCTS

WHY LEARN WITH US?

1. HEAD COACH AND FOUNDER
DEBBIE BURGERMEISTER

With guidance from a highly experienced horsewoman, competitor, trainer, qualified and certified coach, performer in the breathtaking 2000 Olympics opening ceremony, established horse riding school owner since 2006 and author of Giddy Up Beginner Books.

2. PROVIDING A SAFER START TO HORSE RIDING WITH A GUIDED EDUCATION PATHWAY

Children are introduced to the fundamentals of horse care around the stables (grooming, handling, saddle & bridle) and a touch of the very basics in riding balance. A low-cost, slow-paced start to your horse experience.
Helping create the future of sensible, knowledgable, competent horse riders.
You can also help create wonderful memories for your child!

1. HEAD COACH AND FOUNDER
DEBBIE BURGERMEISTER

With guidance from a highly experienced horsewoman, competitor, trainer, qualified and certified coach, performer in the breathtaking 2000 Olympics opening ceremony, established horse riding school owner since 2006 and author of Giddy Up Beginner Books.

2. PROVIDING A SAFER START TO HORSE RIDING WITH A GUIDED EDUCATION PATHWAY

Children are introduced to the fundamentals of horse care around the stables (grooming, handling, saddle & bridle) and a touch of the very basics in riding balance. A low-cost, slow-paced start to your horse experience.
Helping create the future of sensible, knowledgable, competent horse riders.
You can also help create wonderful memories for your child!

3. BEST RIDING SCHOOL ON THE GOLD COAST FOR BEGINNERS, CONFIDENCE & HOW TO BE A BETTER RIDER

Well established with maturity and experience to provide quality products and services. We know what you want and always welcome feedback.

Closest to the heart of the Gold Coast, family-run horse riding school in a beautiful and peaceful location.

Best kept horses as acknowledged by reviews

4. OUR GUARANTEE

We will help you along your horse journey and put your best interests at heart. We will answer your questions and guide you to make informed decisions with down to earth, honest advice that won’t cost you the earth.

• Be sure to give your child a safer start to horse riding and reduce the risk of getting hurt!

• Learn what you don’t know about horses that could cost you thousands of dollars if you buy a horse.

• Download this Free Must-Read Guide For Parents so you know exactly what you should expect to learn with horse riding lessons.

3. BEST RIDING SCHOOL ON THE GOLD COAST FOR BEGINNERS, CONFIDENCE & HOW TO BE A BETTER RIDER

Well established with maturity and experience to provide quality products and services. We know what you want and always welcome feedback.

Closest to the heart of the Gold Coast, family-run horse riding school in a beautiful and peaceful location.

Best kept horses as acknowledged by reviews

4. OUR GUARANTEE

We will help you along your horse journey and put your best interests at heart. We will answer your questions and guide you to make informed decisions with down to earth, honest advice that won’t cost you the earth.

• Be sure to give your child a safer start to horse riding and reduce the risk of getting hurt!
• Learn what you don’t know about horses that could cost you thousands of dollars if you buy a horse.
• Download this Free Must-Read Guide For Parents so you know exactly what you should expect to learn with horse riding lessons.

WHAT OUR RIDERS ARE SAYING
★★★★★

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Amazing experience

We went for an hour experience with my 5/yo she is obsessed with horses and she was so happy with the class and the attention, plus she learn a couple of things, we will be back maybe for a couple of classes! Recommended

– Libelulaqua | Tripadvisor
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Outdoor, energetic fun

Debbie Burgermeister and her team are professional trainers and highly competent riders who imparted their knowledge and respect for horses to our grandsons aged 10 and 12. They learned basic riding skills and, just as important, the responsibility of horse care - grooming, feeding, leading, and safety around such a big, beautiful animals. The facilities are clean, comfortable and welcoming. The cost is very reasonable for the level of training you receive.

– Arden | Tripadvisor
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Fantastic morning's fun

What a great thing to do for your children! An hour well spent and the looks on the faces of the children said it all. The staff were very friendly caring and patient - they learnt a lot and the ride at the end was just long enough for them to enjoy it and wanting to come back again and again.

– Janet P. | Tripadvisor
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Wonderful

We did the Giddy Up 4 Kids. 1hr session Divided up into some education, care, putting saddles on and finally a sit and walk around a pen. My 4yo daughter and her friend (also 4) were absolutely stoked with the experience! Staff were Legends! Had so much patience and flexibility. I wanted to get the girls to do the 1hr ride but for a 4yo, the Giddy Up was perfect.

– C. Funseeker | Tripadvisor

COME AND SHARE THE DREAM

Waking up on the reef and being able to plunge into the warm tropical waters of the Great Barrier Reef is a thrilling experience. Make your holiday special and join us on board Coral Sea Dreaming where dreams become reality!

COME AND SHARE THE DREAM

Waking up on the reef and being able to plunge into the warm tropical waters of the Great Barrier Reef is a thrilling experience. Make your holiday special and join us on board Coral Sea Dreaming where dreams become reality!