Riding Lessons
Horse riding lessons in Sarıyer, Istanbul, one-to-one with an instructor, for every age and level.
A planned programme from first lesson to confident rider. Balance and control first, then riding technique, an introduction to jumping and trail riding. Lessons take place in the arena, for children and adults. Packages can be used within 3 months, which suits people living in Istanbul as well as longer stays.
Getting on the horse, balance and basic control.
Riding technique and an introduction to jumping.
Refined technique, speed and balance.
Feeding, grooming and riding culture.
For children, riding starts with a safe first meeting. First comes 4 laps in the arena with an instructor (500 TL), then one-to-one lessons to work on balance and control. We decide on the right starting age together, based on the child's height and how well they can tell us how they feel.
For adults, the 10-lesson package is the best value at 2,300 TL per lesson. See every package on our riding lesson prices page, and try what you have learned on the lakeside horse ride.
Stretchy trousers, closed flat shoes or boots, long hair tied back.
Lesson and trail packages can be used within 3 months.
Weekends get busy, so we recommend booking ahead on WhatsApp.
Uskumruköy, Ayvacık Sk. · Sarıyer, Istanbul
Yes. Once balance and control are solid, the intermediate level includes an introduction to jumping. Your instructor plans it with you based on your level.
A single lesson (30-40 min) is 3,000 TL. The 10-lesson package is 23,000 TL, which works out at 2,300 TL per lesson. For experienced riders, the package of 10 trail rides of 120 minutes is 36,000 TL.
We offer one-to-one lessons for children and adults, planned around age and level. Message us on WhatsApp with your child's age and we will suggest how to start.
Yes. Every lesson is one-to-one with an instructor, and the programme follows the student's level.
It differs from person to person. Sitting comfortably, stopping, starting and steering usually come within the first few lessons. Most students are comfortable with balance and basic control by the end of the 10-lesson package. Riding out on trails with confidence takes longer.
Stretchy trousers that fit close to the leg and closed shoes or boots without heels. Tie long hair back and take off dangling jewellery.
Lesson and trail packages can be used within 3 months.
Yes. Message us on WhatsApp in English with the ride, the number of people and your preferred date, and we will confirm the time.
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