Do you really need all of the fancy gear to ride horses?
Quick answer - NOPE!
�What to wear to a first lesson is one of the big questions riders wonder about - especially if the rider is a complete beginner.
The good news is that you do not need to go out and buy a whole new wardrobe in order to start riding!
For a first lesson, the most important points to keep in mind are:-
* long pants (something comfy and stretchy - leggings are great! 👖)
* closed toe shoes (with a small heel if possible 🥾)
* tied back hair in a low ponytail (we’ll leave the high ponys to the horses 😉)
* Nothing that flaps or makes too much of a noise (scarves, I’m looking at you! 🧣)
* sunscreen or weather-appropriate layers (ask if you’re not sure 🌞☔️❄️💨☁️)
And we provide the all important helmets - no helmet, no horse riding🐴
Most riders what to see if they’ll enjoy it, so I really don’t think rushing out and buying brand new everything for your first lesson is a good idea… 🏇
Rather ease in and see if it’s for you and that you actually enjoy it 🌟
We are completely relaxed at the farm - no judgement from us 💚
BallynaFagh Farm
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Horse riding school specializing in safe & fun horse riding lessons for all ages. 7km from Uitenhage
BallynaFagh Farm is nestled in the beautiful KruisRivier valley, just 7km from Uitenhage. We offer professional horse riding lessons, suitable for all experience levels and ages. We have qualified instructors and well-schooled ponies and horses. Beginner Lessons are R125 per person and Group Lessons are R225 per person per hour.
The past two weeks in a nutshell…
Horses, ponies, tea at the stables, trying new things, building confidence, lots of laughter, loads of fun, getting soaked by the sprinklers, and my back still complaining about moving those darn drag lines around 😅
And if you’ve been watching and wondering if you or your child should come and give it a go, this is your sign 😊
Our FREE 30-minute beginner riding lesson promotion is still running, and it’s the perfect way to come and experience BallynaFagh for yourself 🐴
No pressure, big commitment, and no moving sprinklers ~ promise 😉😂
It’s just a chance to come and see what it’s all about ~ and have a ton of fun along the way 🌟
Send me a WhatsApp if you’d like to book your free beginner lesson 🏇🏻
We’d love to welcome you to the farm ☘️
WhatsApp 0619740290 for more details 💚
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Let’s go!
Lessons are back at the farm after a little break 🐴💚🌟
05/01/2026
New Year. New Goals. Same Love for Horses. ✨
Horseriding lessons are back at Ballynafagh Farm
a Place where confidence grows, skills are built and memories are made, one ride at a time 🤍
🌿 All ages welcome
🌿 Beginners to experienced riders
🌿 Safe, supportive & fun environment
📩 Message us to book your spot
📍 Ballynafagh Farm
06/12/2025
We tried making the stables a bit more festive… and honestly, we’re loving this time of the year 🎄
And what’s better than spending it on the farm — fresh air, wide open spaces, and all our ponies and horses keeping us company 🐴❤️
Christmas just feels different out here.
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Opening Hours
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 16:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Saturday | 08:00 - 13:00 |