How Much Does It Cost? – The Price of a Riding Lesson
We all have to admit, riding lessons come with high costs. However, we must also keep in mind that professional riding stables incur maintenance and care expenses. The list of costs for riding stables is long: feed, veterinary costs, insurance, accommodation, Grooming Products… Of course, not only should these costs be covered, but the riding instructor also wants to earn something on the side.
Generally, costs range between 15 and 60 euros. Group lessons are usually cheaper, around 15 to 30 euros per hour, while private lessons tend to be in the range of 30 to 60 euros per hour. Some riding schools offer 10-lesson cards or riding school contracts, which can help you save a few euros.
Riding Lessons for the Little Ones
Your child is enthusiastic about horses and can’t wait to finally sit on a horse’s back? If so, you probably have many questions: How much does a riding lesson cost? And are riding lessons cheaper for children?
If your child is very young, it’s best to start with vaulting, gymnastics on the horse. The little ones (from about 4 years old) learn to maintain their balance – a big advantage for future riding success. A group lesson with 8 to 12 children costs between 5 and 10 euros, usually paid monthly or quarterly.
From the age of 6, your child can start riding. School children are initially led on a lunge line so they can focus on their seat and balance while the riding instructor controls the horse. Once all three gaits are mastered, your child can switch to group lessons. Here you can expect to pay 10 to 30 euros per riding lesson.
It’s Never Too Late to Learn to Ride
Want to try something new? Whether young or old, there are no limits in equestrian sports. However, riding lessons for adults are usually more expensive than for kids. The reason: children often ride in groups, while adults tend to ride alone.
Private Lessons vs. Group Lessons
Besides the usual group lessons, many riding stables also offer private lessons. In these lessons, the instructor’s attention is solely on you, meaning individual support, faster progress, and focus on your weaknesses. But that comes at a price. Depending on whether you have 30, 45, or 60 minutes of instruction, costs range from 20 to 60 euros. The difference is large because riding instructors can set their own prices. However, an expensive instructor doesn’t necessarily provide the best lessons.
How to Find Your #FAVORITE Riding School
When looking for the right riding school and instructor, you should consider a few things. We’ve put together the most important qualities for you:
Maybe you can also ask around among your friends or acquaintances to find your riding school. But it can also happen that you need to try a few riding schools before you find the right one.
#GETREADY for Your First Riding Lesson
Before you start your first riding lesson, you should have a few #ESSENTIALS.
You shouldn’t skimp on a well-fitting and safety-tested Riding Hat. Especially for beginners, the risk of falling off the horse is very high, so head protection is all the more important. Often you see children starting to ride wearing a bicycle helmet on the horse. A bicycle helmet should not be an alternative, as slipping during impact can cause more damage than it prevents. #TOPBRANDS are #UVEX, #KEP, and #SAMSHIELD.
For ultimate protection, you should get a safety vest. Trust me, you’ll feel much safer and more protected at the beginning when wearing a safety vest.
Riding Gloves give you #GRIP, and the Reins will sit better in your hand, making them an absolute #GAMECHANGER. The brand #ROECKL is highly recommended.
The perfect Breeches should not only look good but also serve their purpose: fit well and give you optimal support in the saddle. #TREND right now are Riding Tights, as they offer high comfort and feel like a second skin. The brand #MAXIMILIANEQUESTRIAN is among the #FAVORITES.
Professional Riding Boots are not necessary for the first riding attempts. However, it is important that your boots have heels so you don’t slip through the Stirrups. Therefore, sneakers or Wellies are not a good choice. Some prefer Jodhpur Boots and Chaps. They feel lighter and offer more flexibility. The brands #BUSSE and #SUEDWINDEQUESTRAIN are very popular.
One last tip: Since riding lesson prices vary, compare prices from different riding schools online beforehand. Before booking your first lesson, I would recommend watching a training session and then deciding if the instruction suits you.
Now nothing should stand in the way of your dream of riding. You’ll definitely find the right beginner equipment in our shop – so why not take a look?
Have fun at your first riding lesson!
