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BONOGIN VALLEY HORSE RETREAT, GOLD COAST HORSE RIDING

The best place to start as a beginner horse rider!

Beginner Horse Riders Start Here Your Step-By-Step Learning Pathway

ESSENTIAL STARTER PROGRAM – HORSE RIDING LESSON PATHWAY FOR BEGINNERS

FROM A$225

Get The Most Out Of Horse Riding Lessons with a paperback collection of Beginner Books! Get started straight away with a guided horse journey to become a confident horse handler and rider. Establish solid foundations through the Online Horse Riding School resources and lifetime support from expert horse coach Deb.

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Learn Horse Riding the Right Way

Horse riding is an amazing experience, but without the right foundation it can be challenging—and even unsafe. The Essential Starter Program is designed for beginner riders who want to learn the correct horse riding fundamentals from day one.

Build confidence, improve safety, progress faster, and enjoy every ride with expert guidance that sets you up for long-term success. Start your horse riding journey the smart way.

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Equestrian Australia Accredited Coach logo with horse and stars.HORSE RIDING SCHOOL ESTABLISHED SINCE 2006

With over 45 years of experience, we help beginners build confidence, connect with horses, and enjoy a safer, more rewarding horse-riding journey.

 

Too often, beginners are matched with the wrong horse or miss the foundations needed to ride safely. Drawing on decades of experience and conversations with hundreds of families, Deb has created a program that puts safety, confidence, and enjoyment first.

We specialise in beginner horse riding education for a safer start.

DREAM BIG AND JUMP HIGHER

Have fun with horses while developing skills in a supportive, safe environment. Build confidence through balanced riding, effective body language, and unforgettable horse experiences that promote lifelong wellbeing.

WHY LEARN WITH US?

HEAD COACH AND FOUNDER DEBBIE BURGERMEISTER

Guidance from a highly experienced horsewoman with over 45yrs of knowledge to share, 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.

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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 the very basics in riding balance. A low-cost, slow-paced start to your horse experience. Helping create the future of sensible, knowledgeable, competent horse riders. You can also help create wonderful memories for your child!

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

Well established since 2006 with maturity and experience to provide quality beginner horses and instruction. The longest active horse riding school on the Gold Coast. 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. We know what you want and always welcome feedback.

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

Free Must-Read Guide For Parents

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