Marlet Equestrian Centre

“A place where kids grow confidence, make friends and fall in love with horses.”

WhatsApp 082 324 4196 for more information.

Not sure what to do with the kids this holiday? 🐴☀️
Send them for a fun-filled horse morning at MEC!
No riding experience needed, just a love for adventure and animals.
Kids will enjoy time with the horses, learn basic horse care, and have loads of fun in a safe and relaxed environment.
Spaces are limited, so book early! 🤍

WhatsApp: 082 324 4196

Horse riding for all ages, shapes and sizes!
Home to the hobby rider and the competitive rider.

Contact us now to book a free 30min trial lesson.

082 324 4196

Things your riding instructor wants you to know:
1. This sport is hard. You don't get to bypass the hard…..every good rider has gone through it. You make progress, then you don't, and then you make progress again. Your riding instructor can coach you through it, but they cannot make it easy.

2. You're going to ride horses you don't want to ride. If you're teachable, you will learn from every horse you ride. Each horse in the barn can teach you if you let them. IF YOU LET THEM. Which leads me to…

3. You MUST be teachable to succeed in this sport. You must be teachable to succeed at anything, but that is another conversation. Being teachable often means going back to basics time and time and time again. If you find basics boring, then your not looking at them as an opportunity to learn. Which brings me to…..

4. This sport is a COMMITMENT. Read that, then read it again. Every sport is a commitment, but in this sport your teammate weighs 1200 lbs and speaks a different language. Good riders don't get good by riding every once in awhile….they improve because they make riding a priority and give themsevles opportunity to practice.

5. EVERY RIDE IS AN OPPORTUNITY. Even the walk ones. Even the hard ones. Every. Single. Ride. Remember when you just wished someone would lead you around on a horse? Find the happiness in just being able to RIDE. If you make every ride about what your AREN'T doing, you take the fun out of the experience for yourself, your horse, and your instructor. Just enjoy the process. Which brings me to...

6. Riding should be fun. It is work. and work isn't always fun.....but if you (or your rider) are consistently choosing other activities or find yourself not looking forward to lessons, it's time to take a break. The horses already know you don't want to be here, and you set yourself up for failure if you are already dreading the lesson before you get here.

7. You'll learn more about horses from the ground than you ever will while riding. That's why ground lessons are important, too. If you're skipping ground lessons (or the part of your lesson that takes place on the ground), you're missing out on the most important parts of the lesson. You spend far more time on the ground with horses than you do in the saddle.

8. Ask questions and communicate. If you're wondering why your coach is having you ride a particular horse or do an exercise, ask them. Then listen to their answer and refer to #3 above.

9. We are human beings. We make decisions (some of them life and death ones) every day. We balance learning for students with workloads for horses and carry the bulk of this business on our shoulders. A little courtesy goes a long way.

Of all the sports your child will try through their school years, riding is one of 3 that they may continue regularly as adults (golf and skiing are the others). People who coach riding spend the better part of their free time and much of their disposable income trying to improve their own riding and caring for the horses who help teach your child. They love this sport and teaching others…..but they all have their limits. Not all good riders are good coaches, but all good coaches will tell you that the process to get good is not an easy one.

*thank you to whoever wrote this! Not my words, but certainly a shared sentiment!

🐎 Why Horse Riding Is So Good for Adults 🐎
Horse riding isn’t just for kids or competitive riders — it’s one of the most powerful whole-body and mind workouts adults can do. Whether you ride casually or train regularly, the benefits go far beyond the saddle.
✨ Physical Benefits
Full-body workout: Riding engages your core, legs, back, and arms all at once.
Improves posture & balance: Constant micro-adjustments strengthen stabilising muscles.
Low-impact exercise: Kind on joints while still building strength and endurance.
Boosts coordination & flexibility: You move with the horse, not against it.
🧠 Mental & Emotional Benefits
Stress relief: Time with horses lowers cortisol and calms the nervous system.
Mindfulness in motion: Riding demands focus, keeping you present and grounded.
Confidence boost: Learning to communicate with a 500kg animal is empowering.
Mental reset: Being outdoors + movement = instant mood lift.
❤️ Lifestyle & Wellbeing Benefits
Connection: Builds a deep bond with horses and a strong sense of community.
Routine & purpose: Regular riding adds structure and motivation to your week.
Screen-free time: A natural break from phones, emails, and daily noise.
Ageless activity: Suitable at almost any age with the right horse and guidance.
🌿 Not just a sport — a therapy Many adults ride for fitness, others for healing, confidence, or pure joy. Often, it becomes all of the above.
Once you start riding, you don’t just get fitter — you feel better. 💛
Because sometimes the best therapy has four legs and a mane.

🐎 Why Horse Riding Is So Powerful for Children 🌱
Horse riding is so much more than just learning to sit on a horse — it’s a full mind, body, and heart experience that helps children grow in incredible ways.
✨ Physical Benefits
Improves balance, coordination, and posture
Strengthens core, legs, and overall muscle tone
Builds stamina and body awareness
Encourages healthy, active movement (without it feeling like “exercise”)
🧠 Mental & Emotional Growth
Boosts confidence and self-esteem
Teaches focus, patience, and self-control
Helps children manage emotions and reduce stress
Builds resilience — horses respond best to calm, clear energy
💛 Life Skills Learned
Responsibility through caring for another living being
Empathy and respect for animals
Problem-solving and decision-making
Discipline, routine, and listening skills
👫 Social Development
Encourages teamwork and communication
Helps shy children come out of their shell
Builds friendships in a supportive, outdoor environment
🌿 Connection to Nature In a world full of screens, horse riding gives children fresh air, open spaces, and a deep connection to nature — something truly special and grounding.
Horse riding helps children grow into confident, capable, and compassionate individuals — one ride at a time 🤍
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About Us
At Marlet Equestrian Centre, we’re more than just a riding school, we’re a family.
Our centre is built on a love for horses, people, and community, creating a warm, welcoming space where riders of all ages feel at home.
We are a family and social orientated horse riding school, focused on building confidence, skills, and lasting friendships both in and out of the saddle. Whether you’re a beginner finding your balance or a competitive rider chasing personal bests, everyone is supported, encouraged, and celebrated.

Our horses are part of our family too well cared for, respected and partnered with riders in a way that builds confidence on both sides. From training days to competitions and social gatherings, we create an environment where riders grow not only as athletes, but as people.
At Marlet Equestrian Centre, you don’t just come to ride, you come to belong. 🐎🤍

Riding tip of the day:
Soft hands, strong legs, calm mind.
Your horse will thank you. ✨

Meet our superstar of the week, Dancing Queen! 🌟🐴
Kind eyes, big heart, and always ready to teach our riders something new.

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Every ride is a step closer to the rider you want to be.
Small progress counts, keep going. 💛🐎

WhatsApp: 082 324 4196 for more information