Serendipity Lodge Show Horses

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Serendipity Lodge Show Horses

We are a small professional show stables & Riding School located in the lower hunter region of NSW.
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05/08/2024

🏆 Champions at Blacktown yesterday 🏆brown.showponies

02/08/2024

What is a Role Model?

A role model is someone others look to as a good example. A role model is someone who is worthy of imitation — like your beloved teacher or a well-behaved celebrity. Just as a model is something that represents an inspirational ideal, a role model is someone who inspires others to imitate his or her good behavior.

We are lucky to have our beautiful Isabella guiding the children along the way of their journey. Someone that the children can look up to and aspire to ride like 💗

30/07/2024

She did it!
Congratulations to our beautiful Shiloh for your success on the weekend in Queensland qualifying for your first Grand Nationals in your 6 to 9yrs riding class. You remembered every little correction, ring craft and most of all you had fun doing it. Mighty proud of you kiddo and it was a pleasure to help you achieve this goal 💗
🏆Runner up 6yrs and under 9yrs rider🏆

29/07/2024

Happy birthday to our wonderful Cali we love and appreciate you! Thank you for being you 💗 chase those goals girl and you’ll be on top forever x

28/07/2024

💗Happy birthday to our beautiful Willow! 💗
We all love and adore you so very much

25/07/2024

We have a few events coming up

AUGUST
Friday 9th August - Closed (if wanting another day please contact me)
Saturday 10th we are closed but this day will be substituted for Sunday the 11th August

SEPTEMBER
11- 15th CLOSED
September 19th 22nd CLOSED

If you are not wanting to miss days please make arrangements for alternative days and I’ll create a cancellation list and extend hours where I can.

Our cancellation policy applies and lessons are now to be paid in full if 24 hours notice isn’t given or spot is lost.

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I am also starting to put out an EOI for a paid stable hand / groom must be 17yrs or older and have own licence/mode of transport and have experience handling horses tacking up untacking knowledge is essential.

23/07/2024

We are back in full swing of after school lessons!
Currently we are booked out across the week
I have 2 spots available this Saturday afternoon
Show season is back so we have amped up into our busy period again please if you are not able to make your lesson please give me 24 hours notice. 💗

23/07/2024

Wishing our beautiful Bella the best of luck on her adventure to Siec this week!
Not for horse riding but for STATE Cross Country Running. We are all cheering you on here at Serendipity Lodge 💗❤️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️

15/07/2024

Even our teen riders had a blast at our Show Camp what a busy 2 weeks we have had. This weeks lessons are fully booked up until Friday afternoon where I have one or two spots.
Saturday this week is fully booked
If you would like the following Saturday please contact me as the spots full extremely fast.

14/07/2024

Holidays are almost over!
Lessons are running this week for those who still@want to ride.
Please note we are CLOSED Thursday

04/07/2024

Lessons are running during the first half of the first week of holidays and the whole second week.
Show camp is fully booked!
I have a few spots for this Saturday available please pm me.

- Please ensure to keep in mind with the wet weather where you are parking so you don’t get bogged or slide out.
- Shirt order forms are due the end of the second week of the holidays.
- For those coming to the camps please try not to be late or too early upon drop off or collection due to the busy schedule of the show team we are in intense training

02/07/2024

For anyone that was booked into the trick clinic and hasn’t received a message from me this morning please get in contact with me today 💗

02/07/2024

Shout out to Robbie Caska and his huge efforts this morning with 7 dentals 🦷🪥 in the muddy weather with a few babies in the mix we appreciate you 💗 (I’m sure the ponies will tomorrow)

30/06/2024

True words 💗

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.

📝 Kimberley Reynolds

📸 Max & Maxwell: Equestrian Photography

27/06/2024

Final chance to book for any of our holiday programs including multiple lessons in the second week. Lessons are still running in the second week as normal.

23/06/2024

A perfect little baby pony and a great first show outing for her today.
Thank you for the ride Priya 💗

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21/06/2024

We have so many exciting things happening behind the scenes at the moment be sure to watch our socials carefully over the next few weeks for updates!

16/06/2024

DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE! Book now to have the best day ever!

16/06/2024

Holiday programs
Anyone that has enquired about trick riding please touch base with me to secure your booking if you have not spoken directly to me!
Show Camp only has ONE spot left it’s our biggest one yet
The second week I am doing intensive lessons if you wish to take part please book in early so no one misses out 💜

Shirt order forms are going out this week shirts will not be made unless paid for in full please ensure you choose the right size if you choose for your child’s name to be on the shirt ensure spelling is easy to read.
For my beautiful distant clients I will email you all a copy of the form this week to ensure you don’t miss out

14/06/2024

Lessons are still running today be sure to dress kids appropriately 💜 try to be on time as we have a huge day ahead (I’ll do my best to be on time too 🙈)

13/06/2024

The next generation of riders 💗

10/06/2024

Join us today

09/06/2024

School Holiday Program Dates
Monday 8/07
Mixed ability day camp 9am to 3pm
Lesson, games, daily duties, understanding of what it takes to own a pony

-Tuesday 9/07
HLS TRICK RIDING if you are wanting to secure a spot pls contact me.

-Two day show camp 11/7 12/7
Mixed abilities
Full on two days of training, games and a competition on the second day Garlands, Trophy’s, prizes.
Bring own pony option
Important for those wanting to attend shows in the near future

Week 2 of holidays
Bulk lesson opportunities book multiple a day (discount applies) on own pony or a school horse
Monday to Thursday

Our Saturday lessons will still be available throughout all of the holidays

No lessons will run on camp days to give our ponies and coaches a rest

07/06/2024

Our Saturday lessons have become really popular we are fully booked up until dusk tonight.
Happy long weekend everyone enjoy the sunshine 💜

05/06/2024

Don’t forget it’s EOFY SALE Crown Equestrian they even have JUMPERS! Get ready to stay warm whilst you are riding

03/06/2024

We are currently working on the final details of our “Serendipity Lodge” shirts
Order forms will go out over the next few weeks and there will be a 2 week deadline for payments and forms to be back.
The kids shirts will be hot pink polos with purple sparkle and an option to pop names on shirts
Adults will be black much like the one pictured with silver a logo
There will be opinions for jackets, hats etc if requested by individuals however these will not be on the order form.
Happy riding!

02/06/2024

Thanks for not only your treats but also your supa blend gold 💡

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Cooranbong, NSW
2265

Website

http://www.aussiesaddlery.com.au/

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Don’t forget we are closed tomorrow! Happy Thursday

Trust the process even if it means it’s slow let our little people learn correctly from the beginning. Featuring Peyton Lee and the wonder pony Betty Spaghetti 🎀

This is some of the preparation that goes on behind the scenes that not everyone shares. Shiloh is currently working hard towards her goal of riding off the lead at her first big show for her riding class. With three lessons a week practicing and training she is living and breathing this moment. Learning simple changes, how to keep the pony cantering, diagonals, hands, seat, feet, workouts and so much more! This is where it gets super beautiful⬇️ Shiloh spent her Sunday afternoon playtime making an arena, judges and some of her favourite people out of loose parts that she wants to watch her work out for her big day. Just a reminder it’s not always about the riding but this is only a small portion of the preparation that goes into creating a successful show day. Shiloh will often sit with me and watch others ride at shows and we chat to her about her ring craft and key points to remember. A lot of a 6 year old you may say? I don’t feel it is when they are wanting to spend time working on their riding and actively listening and trying every single moment of every single lesson. Congratulations Shiloh I am beyond proud of you! 💜

Our next two Saturdays are fully booked already. I have created a waiting list to try to assist people in finding a spot if it becomes available. Happy riding 🥰

People always often ask me what their child gains from horse riding. As a Mum myself I look at it from the perspective of it is an interest, it teaches resilience, problem solving, develops receptive language, builds core strength and most of all the friends they make along the way! Peyton is 4 and has already developed some very strong friendships and both Bryce and I love this so much. With Peyton being an only child these friendships mean the world to both us and her. This weekend she spent time riding with the big girls and gained so much from this!

TIME TO BOOK IN FOR OUR TRICK RIDING CLINIC First 5 kids to book in get a discounted rate Payment upon booking is essential to secure your spot.

🛑SHOW PREP CLINIC🛑 Calling all showies! We are putting on a Clinic focusing on show preparation the ins and outs of getting your pony to the ring looking fabulous! To secure a spot you need to pay a 50% non refundable deposit. Check out our page for the presentation of our horses Great for people only starting out or those that need to freshen up their skills.

WE HAVE SOME HUGE NEWS BEING RELEASED TOMORROW! Be sure to watch our socials for the rare opportunity coming soon to Serendipity Lodge

@jenquine delivery day 💜

As we move into the next two weeks of big shows we would like to thank @equinade_horsecare for your ongoing support with your wonderful products that keep our ponies coats looking flash. This is my first go doing a fancy video edit, I’m sure over the next few weeks I will get lots of practice in.

Our Tiny Rider Peyton had the best time at Dunedoo winning her Tiny Tot Class and 5 dollar bucks Peyton is sponsored by @crownequestrianapparel

Our number one go to especially after Mr Attitudes Summer holiday @equinade_horsecare

Apple bobbing for a special Christmas treat @crownequestrianapparel

A super little green broken pony that would make a top little open pony with some more miles. Will only be sold to approved knowledgeable show home. 3 yr old approx 12.2hh riding pony gelding.

Before we go all Festive with fancy Christmas photos. -Don’t forget to book in for pony camps there are only limited spots left for both December and January camps. Please see our other posts for dates. - This week is the last week of afterschool Lessons for the term - I will be still running lessons week of 18th but if your child isn’t at school you are welcome to come at a different time pending we don’t have a camp running that day :) - We are away from the 10th until the 17th of December so during these dates we are closed. - We hope you have the best last few weeks of school kiddies 💜

A big congratulations to our show team for their efforts over the weekend at Emma’s Show Horse Championships. Isabella Brown and our own Corvan Park Mr Attitude we’re lucky enough to win a rug sponsored by @equestrianaus a huge thank you for sponsoring the Ea Classes we are so lucky! Well done Bella keep up the great work 🏆 @crownequestrianapparel @equinade_horsecare @aussiesaddlery @supalicious_products @jenquine

Helpers on a rained out afternoon

Creating true childs ponies and riders for the future. Kaluda Park Lots Of Kisses and 6yr old Willow Crouch having a play in the arena.

A huge weekend competing at our local Ag show. First on Saturday attending the Beginners ring with a super bunch of kids. I am so proud of every single one of you not only for your overall performance but your sportsmanship and support for one another. Congratulations to Jessie, Lilly, Isla, Hedi, Tay and Jaida. You all are improving each week and Saturday you all got to enjoy learning about showing. A huge thank you to Karyn and Bella for braving the extremely long hot day to help support our riders.

A huge thank you to our sponsors @equinade_horsecare @supalicious_products @aussiesaddlery @crownequestrianapparel your ongoing support is appreciated.