Wattle Creek Riding School

Not very impressed. Had high expectations of this school as their website looks quite professional. Have unfortunately received sub standard service. The place seems like its run by kids. No communication and very low care factor. Mix ups with instructors, and lesson times. No responsibility taken, not even a simple sorry when things were stuffed up. So dissapointed. Save your money and go somewhere else. Its just not worth the hassle…

After my childhood riding school closed down, Wattle Creek became a new home for my equine obsession. After riding for about 13 years before trying this place, I had a lot of love for my old school and had pretty high expectations as a result. I’m glad to say that Wattle Creek is a delight for anyone who loves horse riding and dealing with horses in any capacity.
Wattle Creek runs itself so professionally, and I say that having seen some pretty lax conditions in other equine centres. The horses are well kept and obviously well loved, and your steed is tacked up and ready to go when you arrive for your lesson.
Lessons are expensive, but that’s an industry standard, not a characteristic individual to Wattle Creek. You can choose from half hour, 45 minute, and hour-​long individually coached lessons. Wattle Creek runs an examination of your skills before putting you into beginner, intermediate, or advanced riding ability and assigns you a coach depending on your skill level.
When I did lessons here I learnt to sharpen my dressage skills and had a lot more opportunities for jumping than anywhere else I’ve been to, which was a massive highlight for me because I love jumping more than any other discipline.
Wattle Creek also runs holiday programs and term lessons to give students a hands-​on approach to caring for horses, which includes riding lessons, horse care, and stable management, and ends with a gymkhana for some competitive fun.
Wattle Creek has outdoor arenas and a larger paddock set up for jumping. They have a variety of horses for every skill level, age, and height and they send out a newsletter of all their latest activities. You can also buy gift vouchers for people who want to take lessons.
Wattle Creek also has an equestrian centre, which focuses more on elite training, qualifications, and riding skills. Lessons run from as early as 6am to as late as 7pm. There is parking on site.