Rider Registration Form
Please download and complete the Rider Registration Form & Code of Conduct and bring it with to your first lesson.
What to wear
For your safety and comfort, we recommend you wear the following for your first few lessons:
- Sturdy shoes or boots that cover the ankle and have a smooth sole and heel. Wellies are OK. Trainers are NOT permitted.
- A pair of comfortable trousers without a seam on the inside leg such as leggings or jogging bottoms. Hard seams in jeans can rub. The whole leg should be covered. Shorts are not permitted.
- Long sleeved tops are advised. Layers that can be unzipped are ideal as you can get warm when you ride and are easily removed. Shoulders should always be covered – strappy tops are not appropriate as they offer little protection from falls or the sun.
- A pair of not bulky gloves are advisable to help avoid blisters while getting used to the reins.
- Please dress for the weather. Lessons still go ahead in wet weather, a waterproof coat and trousers are recommended. Please ensure jackets can be fastened so they do not flap. Sun cream is also advised.
- Jewellery is not allowed. Other than a watch, we recommend you remove all other jewellery before you arrive.
- Long hair should be tied back into a low pony tail. Avoid clips as these will be uncomfortable under your hat.
- An approved standard riding hat must be worn. Hats are available to hire from the office.
- Body protectors are recommended, and must be worn for Jumping. Unfortunately, we do not have these to borrow.
- For parents and carers accompanying children we recommend you wear sensible enclosed footwear. No flip-flops.
If you decided to continue riding, we recommend you purchase your own equipment and riding wear, starting with an approved standard riding hat. Never be tempted to buy a second-hand hat. It is impossible to see if it has been damaged. The British Horse Society always recommends you go to a reputable tack shop and have a new hat fitted by somebody who has had appropriate BETA training. Body protectors should also be a recognised BETA level standard and be fitted by a qualified person.