The Riding Centre, Hout Bay

The Riding Centre, Hout Bay We offer lessons, livery and leasing as well as an on site restaurant, pony rides and venue hire.

We have 2 outdoor children's party venues with a stunning 360 degree view of the surrounding scenic hills of Hout Bay. For any enquiries:

Lesson Info: [email protected]

Party Info: [email protected]

Little hands. Big dreams. 🐴✨Every confident rider starts somewhere.Sometimes it begins with a gentle pat on a horse's ne...
03/06/2026

Little hands. Big dreams. 🐴✨

Every confident rider starts somewhere.
Sometimes it begins with a gentle pat on a horse's neck, a nervous first lesson, or a child discovering that they're capable of far more than they imagined.

At The Riding Centre, we're passionate about giving young riders the opportunity to build confidence, learn responsibility, develop resilience, and chase big dreams—one ride at a time. The skills they learn here often reach far beyond the arena, helping them grow into capable, courageous young people.

Because today's pony cuddles, muddy feet, and wide-eyed excitement might just be the beginning of a lifelong journey.

And if we're honest, we think every big dream deserves a horse by its side. 🤎

01/06/2026

Three days. Two rides a day. Countless memories.

If your child's idea of the perfect school holiday involves horses, fresh air, adventure, and making new friends, then our July Riding Course is calling their name.

From riding lessons and outrides to vaulting, gymkhana games, and plenty of hands-on horse time, every day is packed with learning, laughter, and confidence-building fun.

📅 14–16 July ⏰ 8:30am – 12:00pm
Ages 8 years and older

Whether they're new to riding or already horse-mad, this course is designed to help riders grow in confidence while creating memories they'll be talking about long after the holidays are over.

Places are limited and these courses always fill quickly, so don't wait too long to secure your spot.

Because the best school holiday stories usually start with, "So there was this horse..." 🤎🐴

WhatsApp Aidan on 061 145 8556 for more info or to secure your spot.





We've got some exciting news to share with you all!We’re incredibly honoured to have received the Best Family-Friendly E...
25/05/2026

We've got some exciting news to share with you all!

We’re incredibly honoured to have received the Best Family-Friendly Equestrian Centre in the Western Cape (2026) award from the African Excellence Awards.

What makes this especially special to us is that The Riding Centre has always been about more than riding lessons. It’s about family mornings spent at the stables, children growing in confidence, lifelong friendships, muddy boots, early starts, ponies who become part of the family, and creating a space where people genuinely feel they belong.

To every rider, parent, instructor, supporter, staff member, and horse who makes this place what it is — thank you. This community is the heart of everything we do.

And to the horses… we suspect you already knew you were award winning 🤍

Winter holidays are coming… and yes, we know convincing kids to leave a warm bed in winter deserves some kind of Olympic...
19/05/2026

Winter holidays are coming… and yes, we know convincing kids to leave a warm bed in winter deserves some kind of Olympic medal!

But somehow horses make cold mornings worth it.
Our June/July Holiday Programme is back, packed with riding, pony chaos, stable fun, fresh air, muddy boots, new friendships, and children returning home slightly frozen but very happy.

From littlies just starting out, to experienced riders wanting full horsey immersion, we’ve got something for everyone:
🐴 Private & semi-private lessons
🐴 Littlies Riding Course
🐴 Own Your Own Horse
🐴 Adults Riding Morning
🐴 July Riding Course
🐴 Dressage Ride & Go
🐴 Showjumping Show

Expect lots of riding, plenty of laughs, hot coffees for the parents, and at least one child insisting they now need their “own horse immediately.”
Honestly, there are worse ways to spend winter than at the stables.

For more info or bookings: [email protected]
WhatsApp 061 145 8556

Spaces are limited, and the horses have already started preparing absolutely no respect for personal space. 🤎

Vaulting teaches far more than balance and strength — it builds confidence, discipline, teamwork, and trust between hors...
14/05/2026

Vaulting teaches far more than balance and strength — it builds confidence, discipline, teamwork, and trust between horse and rider. Watching our vaulting students grow in skill and confidence week after week is something really special.

At The Riding Centre, we’re proud to offer lessons across a variety of riding disciplines, giving riders the opportunity to explore different paths within the equestrian world while building a strong foundation along the way. Whether your child dreams of vaulting, riding competitively, or simply being part of stable life, there’s a place for them here.

A proper riding school experience is about more than just time in the saddle — it’s friendships, resilience, muddy boots, early mornings, and a lifelong love of horses.

11/05/2026

All set up and ready for today's theory lesson 🙌 The learning doesn't stop when the weather takes a turn!

From First Lessons to the Show RingApril took us to the beautiful Robberg Equestrian Park for an unforgettable show — an...
05/05/2026

From First Lessons to the Show Ring

April took us to the beautiful Robberg Equestrian Park for an unforgettable show — and what a weekend it was!

With 15 horses representing our yard, every single rider stepped up and delivered something special. From confident rounds to proud personal bests, the results truly spoke for themselves.

What makes this even more meaningful? Many of these riders started right here in our riding school — learning the basics, building confidence, and forming friendships. To now see them competing as part of our incredible competitive team is something really special.

A huge thank you to our incredible coaches and grooms — the early mornings, late finishes, constant care, and dedication behind the scenes never go unnoticed. Our horses and riders simply couldn’t do it without you. 💛

We couldn’t be prouder of each and every one of you. Your hard work, dedication, and love for your horses shines through in every ride.

Here’s to many more shows, milestones, and moments like these!

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Something exciting is on the horizon… 👀🐴We’re busy behind the scenes putting together the final details for our June/Jul...
01/05/2026

Something exciting is on the horizon… 👀🐴

We’re busy behind the scenes putting together the final details for our June/July Holiday Programmes—and trust us, you’re going to want to be part of this one. Think fresh air, happy horses, new friendships, and days filled with confidence-building riding and fun.

And it’s not just for the kids… we’ll also be hosting a riding morning for adults—a chance to slow down, enjoy the ride, and experience a little bit of horsey magic for yourself ✨🥂

Whether your child is just starting out or already horse-mad, or you’re keen to get back in the saddle, we’ve got something special planned.

Keep your eyes on our page… dates, options, and booking details are dropping soon—and spots always fill up fast!

🐴 Lesson spots available at The Riding Centre, Hout Bay!We have a few group lesson openings for young riders — see if on...
28/04/2026

🐴 Lesson spots available at The Riding Centre, Hout Bay!

We have a few group lesson openings for young riders — see if one suits your child:

📅 Tuesday
🕒 2:50pm – Walk, trot, canter & jumping (~12 years)
🕒 2:50pm – Walk & trot, not cantering yet (~7–8 years)
🕒 4:00pm – Walk, trot, canter & jumping (14–16 years)

📅 Wednesday
🕒 2:15pm – Walk & trot, 30 min lesson (~10 years)

📅 Thursday
🕒 2:00pm – 30 min lesson (~6 years)

All are group lessons — a fun way to learn, build confidence and make friends in the saddle! 🌿

📩 Interested? Email us at [email protected] to find out more and secure your spot.

Spots are limited, so don’t wait! 🐎

There’s something really special about watching a good horse step into a well-earned retirement 💛Our beautiful girl Lind...
24/04/2026

There’s something really special about watching a good horse step into a well-earned retirement 💛

Our beautiful girl Lindy has officially traded arena days for olive trees and open skies, settling into her new home on a peaceful farm in McGregor 🌿🐴

And as you can see… she’s already made a new best friend 🥹

Lindy has given so much over the years — confidence to nervous riders, joy to little ones, and countless unforgettable moments in the saddle. Horses like her are the heart of what we do, and making sure they’re happy, safe, and loved in their retirement is just as important as every lesson they’ve carried.

Seeing her like this — relaxed, curious, and clearly very pleased with her new companion — reminds us exactly why we do it all.

Enjoy your slower days, Lindy… you’ve more than earned them 🤍





Address

59 Main Road
Cape Town
7806

Opening Hours

Monday 13:30 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:30 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:30 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 17:00
Saturday 09:00 - 16:00

Telephone

021 790 5286

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