Riding Activities
Explore the variety of riding activities and facilities we offer at the Island Riding Centre.
Fully insured
Council Licensed
All staff DBS checked
First aid qualified
How To Book Riding
All riding activities can be easily managed through our EC Pro app, an equine booking system that allows you to monitor, book, cancel, and modify your riding sessions from home.
To get started, please register and complete a rider questionnaire to view a selection of riding activities. However, to access our full range of activities, our team will manually assess your skill level based on your answers to the questionnaire, which may take up to 48 hours due to high demand of applicants.
Please note that we do not handle booking changes or cancellations on your behalf, and no refunds will be issued for cancellations made within 48 hours of the scheduled activity, please see our cancellation policy.
For any booking issues, please refer to our FAQs (see below) or the EC Pro tutorial.
Pony Pamper & Ride
- £20
- 30 minutes
- Beginner
Give your child the gift of a 30-minute interactive introductory horse riding session, perfect for beginners aged 2-12. Enjoy a guided 15 minute ride and a 15 minute hands-on pony grooming interaction, with sessions available every morning except Mondays and Tuesdays.
Private Lessons
- £30 - £35
- 30 minutes
- Beginner - Advanced
Our one-on-one private riding lesson is tailored to your riding abilities and specific goals, whether it’s competition prep or enhancing your overall skills. Focus on jumping, dressage, flatwork, or enjoy onsite hacking as we work to improve your technique, knowledge, and horsemanship.
Birthday Parties
- £20 per person (minimum 4)
- 60 minutes
Celebrate your birthday with a horse riding party! Enjoy a 60-minute session, including riding, grooming, and a stable management lesson, with all guests receiving a rosette.
Onsite Hacking
- £35
- 45 minute
- Novice - Advanced
Experience the thrill of outdoor adventure on our exclusive 3-mile onsite hacking track, free from road traffic. Enjoy a safe and scenic ride through nature, perfect for those looking to explore and connect with the great outdoors.
Kids Club
- £50
- 9am-12pm
- Holidays only
- Any Level
Join our “Own Your Own Pony” Kids Club! Perfect for holiday fun for kids aged 6-16, this program offers children the chance to develop their stable management skills and enjoy a 30-minute horse riding session. Kids will learn about horse care, grooming, and experience the joy of riding, all in a safe and engaging environment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Riding Activities
How do I book riding activities?
Please make sure you’ve created an account on our riding activities booking app, EC Pro. Once your account is set up, you’ll be asked to complete a brief questionnaire about the rider’s abilities. This information helps us match the rider with the most suitable activities we offer.
Why can't I see riding activities to book on Ec Pro?
To view our riding activities on EC Pro, you’ll first need to register and add a rider to your account. After answering a few questions about the rider’s abilities, you’ll gain access to a selection of activities we offer. To unlock the full range of riding activities tailored to your experience and skill level, our riding team will manually assess the rider’s abilities. This process can take up to 48 hours due to the high volume of applications. If you’re still unable to view all activities after a few days, please reach out to our team at info@islandriding.com.
Do you supply helmets and boots?
We provide up-to-date, riding helmets in a wide range of sizes for all our riders. While we also offer a selection of horse riding boots, we cannot guarantee availability in every size.
What do I wear to go riding?
Please make sure to wear long, comfortable trousers and appropriate footwear—no sandals, flip-flops, or open-toed shoes. This rule applies to everyone at the riding school (not just riders).
What facilities do you have?
At the riding school we have 2 riding arenas. Our outdoor fibrewax surface is 60m X 40m. Whilst our indoor arena is also fibrewax surface it is 60m X 25m.
Do you have places to eat?
At the Island Riding Centre, visit GG’s Bar and Restaurant, our family-friendly spot conveniently located onsite. It’s the ideal place to a meal after riding activities.
Are there toilets?
We have a number of WC located onsite at the riding school.
How do I cancel my booking?
All riding activities can be cancelled via the Ec Pro app. We can’t cancel your booking for you. Please see the Ec Pro tutorial on how to cancel your riding booking.
Please note we have a 48 hour cancellation policy for all our riding activities.
We are proud to partner with the Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) and already work with local individuals and schools, providing accessible horse riding and equine assisted therapy sessions on the Isle of Wight. Find out more about we make riding accessible for everyone.
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