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Time for our weekly blog! Every week we will post a new blog full of plenty of information on a new topic to help you le...
28/08/2024

Time for our weekly blog!

Every week we will post a new blog full of plenty of information on a new topic to help you learn about what we do as well as helping you understand the benefits of what we, as an Equestrian Centre, do.

Click below to check out our fourteenth blog which is all about the importance of lungeing a horse. Click and have a read to find out more about why lungeing your horse is so beneficial for both horse and and rider. Find out how to properly lunge your horse so you set them up for a lasting healthy life.

Click here and have a read:
https://avocapark.com.au/blog/post/the-importance-of-lunging-in-horse-training-a-classical-dressage-perspective

Lunging is crucial in Classical Dressage, boosting a horseโ€™s balance, flexibility, and performance while strengthening the bond between horse and rider.

Our horses and ponies mouths are one of the most important things we look after!! ๐Ÿดโค๏ธ
27/08/2024

Our horses and ponies mouths are one of the most important things we look after!! ๐Ÿดโค๏ธ

๐—ช๐—˜๐—Ÿ๐—™๐—”๐—ฅ๐—˜ ๐—ช๐—˜๐——๐—ก๐—˜๐—ฆ๐——๐—”๐—ฌ: ๐—ฅ๐—ฒ๐—ถ๐—ป ๐—–๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐˜ ๐Ÿด Understanding rein contact is crucial for ensuring our horses' well-being. Rein contact refers to the pressure applied to the reins by the rider to maintain steady communication with the horse. It is essential for higher-level dressage and jumping, offering the rider a fine degree of control and serving as one of the first steps toward collection.

Contact should be light and elastic, moving with the horse and applying just enough pressure to prevent the reins from sagging.

At Pony Club, we emphasise pressure-release training, teaching our members why heavy contact or unrelenting pressure is detrimental to both the horse's welfare and training.

๐—–๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜€๐—ฒ๐—พ๐˜‚๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ฐ๐—ฒ๐˜€ ๐—ผ๐—ณ ๐—จ๐—ป๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—น๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ฃ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜€๐˜‚๐—ฟ๐—ฒ
Heavy rein contact can be a sign that the horse is in a state of flight response, indicating that if you were to release the reins, the horse might try to run away. Constant heavy contact will make the horse less responsive to the stopping aids, and is bad for his welfare. Consequences include:

โ–ช๏ธ ๐—ฃ๐—ต๐˜†๐˜€๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐—ฎ๐—น ๐——๐—ถ๐˜€๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—บ๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐˜ ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐—ฃ๐—ฎ๐—ถ๐—ป: Prolonged pressure on the sensitive areas of the horseโ€™s mouth can lead to bruising, sores, and chronic pain. Over time, this can cause the horse to become resistant or fearful of the bit, creating a negative association with being ridden.

โ–ช๏ธ ๐—•๐—ฒ๐—ต๐—ฎ๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—œ๐˜€๐˜€๐˜‚๐—ฒ๐˜€: Unrelenting pressure can lead to a range of behavioural problems, including head tossing, bit evasion, and bucking. These are often signs that the horse is trying to escape the discomfort and communicate its distress.

โ–ช๏ธ ๐—Ÿ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐—ฑ ๐—›๐—ฒ๐—น๐—ฝ๐—น๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜€๐—ป๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜€: If the horse cannot find relief from the pressure, it may eventually give up trying to respond to the reins altogether, entering a state of learned helplessness. This condition results in a horse that appears unresponsive, but in reality, it has simply become disengaged due to consistent discomfort.

โ–ช๏ธ ๐—ก๐—ฒ๐—ด๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ ๐—œ๐—บ๐—ฝ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐˜ ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐— ๐—ผ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜: Heavy rein contact restricts the natural movement of the horseโ€™s head and neck, which are crucial for balance. This can lead to stiff, unnatural gaits, increased tension throughout the horse's body, and even long-term musculoskeletal issues.

Ultimately, these issues compromise the welfare of the horse, highlighting the importance of maintaining light, clear, and consistent rein aids to promote a positive, stress-free riding experience. By understanding the principles of rein contact and the consequences of unrelenting pressure, we can ensure our horses remain happy, healthy, and responsive partners.

26/08/2024

By downloading our FREE cheat sheet, we will outline to you what we can teach you about owning and handling horses. It will give you a sneak peak into a world of opportunity and skills that you can develop with our help so that you, too, can handle and take care of your horse with absolute confidenc...

Saddle up for Spring School Holidays!!Bring your kid(s) along for some fun filled days where they can spend the whole da...
26/08/2024

Saddle up for Spring School Holidays!!

Bring your kid(s) along for some fun filled days where they can spend the whole day with our delightful ponies learning how to groom, saddle and ride them๐Ÿ˜Š

If they come for a day program, not only do they get to spend time with our gorgeous ponies, they also get treated to a delicious morning tea and lunch.๐Ÿ˜†

If they come for our overnight camp they can enjoy 2 WHOLE DAYS OF HORSE FUN. Along with dinner and even some nighttime exploring of the property! ๐Ÿคฉ

Over the spring holidays we are running our Full Day & Half Day Fun Days as well as our Horsey Overnight Camp.

Sign your kids up so they can enjoy the fun of being around horses and learning how to ride. In these programs, your kids will learn how to catch and lead horses, groom and saddle them up, and finally learning the basics on how to ride a horse.

They can experience the thrill of being around and riding horses alongside other kids with the same love and passion for horses, making this the best opportunity to make friends with other horse-loving kids.๐Ÿ˜

To learn more about our Half Day Fun Day, click the link below:
https://avocapark.rezdy.com/618976/half-day-school-holiday-program

To learn more about our Full Day Fun Day, click the link below:
https://avocapark.rezdy.com/569672/school-holiday-program-fun-day

To learn more about our Horsey Overnight Camp, click the link below:
https://avocapark.rezdy.com/574749/school-holiday-program-overnight-camp

We can't wait to see you and your child there!

If you have any questions, feel free to contact us via phone or email:
- 0422 561 126
- [email protected]

Position still Available.
22/08/2024

Position still Available.

Time for our weekly blog! Every week we will post a new blog full of plenty of information on a new topic to help you le...
21/08/2024

Time for our weekly blog!

Every week we will post a new blog full of plenty of information on a new topic to help you learn about what we do as well as helping you understand the benefits of what we, as an Equestrian Centre, do.

Click below to check out our thirteenth blog which is all about our cosy Room With a View. Click and have a read to find out more about what your stay could be like in our Room With a View and the different experiences you can have by staying on an equestrian property!

Click here and have a read:
https://avocapark.com.au/blog/post/discover-the-charm-of-our-room-with-a-view-a-perfect-retreat-for-solo-travelers

Welcome to Room with a View, a peaceful retreat for solo travelers. Enjoy a cozy loft bed, inspiring views, modern amenities, and a shared kitchen. Perfect for a tranquil stay!

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard!Yasmine Cox, Paige Drake, Ellis Baker, Tahnee Dodgson, Bre...
20/08/2024

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard!

Yasmine Cox, Paige Drake, Ellis Baker, Tahnee Dodgson, Breanna Vertigan, Laura Caitlin Begg, Karoline Kondarios, Jayde Gutterson, Emily Lizama, Laila May

What would you like to see more of from me?

Just under 2 weeks until Leanne's Dressage in Lightness Clinic!We have 3 vacancies left to fill for this incredible clin...
20/08/2024

Just under 2 weeks until Leanne's Dressage in Lightness Clinic!

We have 3 vacancies left to fill for this incredible clinic.

If you want to know how you can help your horse achieve self carriage and long-term soundness then come along. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain!

With expert instruction and a focus on building a harmonious partnership with your horse, our clinic will help you take your dressage to the next level. You'll learn techniques for creating a lighter, more responsive ride, as well as ways to develop your horse's natural balance and movement.

Don't miss this opportunity to improve your dressage skills and build a deeper bond with your horse. Sign up for our Dressage in Lightness clinic today and experience the magic of riding in harmony.

The cost for the WEEKEND is $330 which includes 2 semi-private lessons on day 1 and a private lesson on day 2 to consolidate all the learning of day 1.

Visit our webpage:
https://avocapark.com.au/lightness-clinics

Or BOOK HERE:
https://avocapark.rezdy.com/577080/dressage-in-lightness-clinic

Contact Us for more information:
- 0422 561 126
- [email protected]

The countdown is on until our LAST Heath Ryan Clinic for the year!Heath Ryan will be returning to Avoca Park on the 19th...
19/08/2024

The countdown is on until our LAST Heath Ryan Clinic for the year!

Heath Ryan will be returning to Avoca Park on the 19th and 20 of November!!!

This is an opportunity that you DO NOT want to miss out on! Heath has worked with a range of different riders from nervous intermediates up to Olympic level riders. Heath is always happy to work with any level of skill set and just loves getting to know you and your horse, and seeing how he can help you improve.

Heath's lessons are $225 for a generously personalised 45min session. . Heath doesnโ€™t wear a watch so it is not uncommon for him to be running at least 2 hours late on day 1 as he gets to know both horse and rider!!!!

This is the coach that inspires professional competitors, the coach that challenges your coach! Leave your lesson out of breath, with a smile beaming across your face. Feeling satisfied with learning what you need to do to achieve your personal riding goals. We GUARANTEE you will leave feeling fantastic!

So what are you waiting for? Book in now to secure your spot for our LAST Heath Ryan Clinic for the year!!
https://avocapark.rezdy.com/577108/heath-ryan-clinic

If you have any questions, feel free to contact us via phone or email:
- 0422 561 126
- [email protected]

We have a SPECIAL offer happening for the remainder of the term!!!For the remainder of this current term, we are offerin...
19/08/2024

We have a SPECIAL offer happening for the remainder of the term!!!

For the remainder of this current term, we are offering discounted casual lessons for anyone who is keen to have a lesson with our amazing EA Qualified Coach, Renee.

We are offering 10% off our casual bookings or term commitment prices for the limited time window of the remaining 5 weeks of this term. Please note, this discount does not apply to our current deal on assessment lessons (as that already has a whopping 50% off)!

This deal applies to the following spots:

Tuesday:
- Between 2-4pm (2 x 1 hour lesson slots available)

Thursday:
- Between 12:45 - 3:45pm (3 x 1 hour lesson slots available)

Friday:
- 3pm (1 x 1 hour slot available)

This special also applies to any private or semi-private lessons booked within these time slots mentioned above!

If you're struggling to find a fun activity to do during a day off or wanting to fill in a gap in your schedule, why not come along for a lesson or 2 (or come for the rest of term!!!) at a discounted price that you just can't say no to!

There is no time like the present so call or email us today and book in a DISCOUNTED lesson!!!
- 0422 561 126
- [email protected]

๐Ÿฆ„Tiny Trots!๐Ÿฆ„Pony rides for children under 5!We have our beautiful Daisy here who is a miniature Shetland. She is the pe...
15/08/2024

๐Ÿฆ„Tiny Trots!๐Ÿฆ„

Pony rides for children under 5!

We have our beautiful Daisy here who is a miniature Shetland. She is the perfect lead rein pony and loves pats and cuddles!

We offer casual bookings for children wanting a pony ride. We will normally go for a walk around our beautiful memorial reserve but even if itโ€™s rainy we have an indoor arena they can go in so they donโ€™t miss out on their ride!

These are not lessons and are provided by our Equestrian Australia qualified coaches or our coaches in training. These are pony rides and are not lessons, but there will be the basics shown to our little riders.

๐Ÿฆ„ 1/2hour ride- $100 (including helmet hire). Includes mounting, walk and dismount and giving Daisy a treat afterwards.

๐Ÿฆ„ 1hour experience-$130 (including helmet hire) your little rider will groom Daisy, help get her ready to ride, have a ride (read 1/2hr ride above) then after Daisy gets her treat if thereโ€™s time your little one will take her back to her paddock.

These are casual bookings and are subject to availabilty of staff and ponies. Message or call us now to make your little oneโ€™s dream come true.

[email protected]
0422 561 126

We just โค๏ธ receiving positive feedback.  Our horse and human Team are relentless in serving our customers!! ๐Ÿดโค๏ธ๐Ÿ˜€        ...
14/08/2024

We just โค๏ธ receiving positive feedback. Our horse and human Team are relentless in serving our customers!! ๐Ÿดโค๏ธ๐Ÿ˜€

Time for our weekly blog! Every week we will post a new blog full of plenty of information on a new topic to help you le...
14/08/2024

Time for our weekly blog!

Every week we will post a new blog full of plenty of information on a new topic to help you learn about what we do as well as helping you understand the benefits of what we, as an Equestrian Centre, do.

Click below to check out our twelfth blog which is going to be all about how to correctly and safely lead a horse. Knowing how to correctly lead your horse is crucial in being able to establish a lasting bond with them and also being able to work with them.

To find out more about how you can learn to safely lead your horse in any situation, click here and have a read.
https://avocapark.com.au/blog/post/the-importance-of-correct-horse-leading-ensuring-safety-and-harmony-in-every-situation

Properly leading a horse ensures safety, builds trust, and strengthens the bond between horse and handler.

๐ŸฅฐIntroducing BEETLE!!!๐ŸฅฐโœจWelcome to the Avoca Park Family Beetle!!!โœจWe wanted to show you all the newest member to the te...
13/08/2024

๐ŸฅฐIntroducing BEETLE!!!๐Ÿฅฐ

โœจWelcome to the Avoca Park Family Beetle!!!โœจ

We wanted to show you all the newest member to the team and how absolutely gorgeous he is!

Beetle is our very cute and very enthusiastic, new school horse. Today he is having a training session with Leanne and Danya to get him 'School Horse Ready' for the clients.

We cannot wait for everyone to meet himโค๏ธโค๏ธ

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A FANTASTIC JOB OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE for any LOCAL teens who want something to do after school hours!This is the perfec...
13/08/2024

A FANTASTIC JOB OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE for any LOCAL teens who want something to do after school hours!

This is the perfect job for teens wanting to be surrounded by horses and potentially further their knowledge in horse care and handling.

Looking for someone with horse handling skills (experience with your own horse). We will work with you to improve necessary skills.

Job Description includes:

Afterschool Position:
- Availability on Weekday's after school 4/4:30 pm - 6/6:30 pm (can be flexible with school finishing times)
- Aiding in PM Feed Up for the horses.
- Bringing in and taking out horses for riding school lessons and preparing horses for lessons.
- Possible availability in the School Holidays for assistance on camps and clinics.
- Possible availability to work weekend shifts

Weekend Position:
- Availability on Weekends. We prefer to give our juniors one 4-5 hour shift each over the weekends so they have time for themselves aswell. Occaionally when we are short staffed we will ask for more shifts to be coverec. AM shifts are usually 7.30-12.15 and PM shifts are usually 12pm-5. (depends on lessons booked).
-Position involves stable cleaning, feeding horses, making feeds, making haybags, collecting horses from paddocks, preparing them for lessons, unsaddling, rugging and returning to the paddock. Sweeping and cleaning.

We do require you to be at least 16 with a learners permit as part of your job will include driving our onsite farm vehicle.

We also ask of all staff members to partake in our EA Horse Management course within the first 6 months of your employment at Avoca Park. This has you learning the essentials in all areas of horse care and management and will help you grow into an incredibly skilled worker.

We ask each new staff member to volunteer during their trial shifts until they feel confident in understanding what is expected of them. After a few trials, if they feel they understand all the parts of the job and what it entails, if we feel they can competantly run a shift independantly- they will be put on by themselves.

Our staff's, horse's and client's safety is paramount and there needs to be a learning stage to keep everyone safe. We are more than just a riding school- we have a stallion, peformance horses and racehorses onsite.

If you do not have the required skillset but this sounds like a dream position for you- we do accept people into our volunteer program with the intentions to build their skill set slowly and safely to a paid position level.

For more information just ask us about it when you apply.

If this is the perfect opportunity for you, send us through your resume at our email: [email protected]

Location: Macclesfield, Victoria

Gear Up for our SEMI-PRIVATE SOCIAL SESSIONS!!!We have found that our Tuesday Ladies have been a popular hit but underst...
12/08/2024

Gear Up for our SEMI-PRIVATE SOCIAL SESSIONS!!!

We have found that our Tuesday Ladies have been a popular hit but understandably with life and job commitments we discovered that a Tuesday is not always possible for all interested riders. However, Tuesday Ladies Day has provided us with popular feedback and we have had plenty of successful sessions.

So we have revamped the idea to better suit our riders schedules!

We have become more flexible in our times and are offering SEMI-PRIVATE SOCIAL SESSIONS at your convenience where you can come along with a friend (or we can match you up with another rider) for a shared lesson on one of our school horses OR your own horse, enjoy socialising before OR after your lesson with a morning or afternoon tea provided by us.

If this will be your first time riding with us, we will require you to attend an assessment lesson (you can use our HALF PRICE ASSESSMENT SPECIAL at just $75!). This is for our safety protocols to ensure everyone's safety and so we can pair you up with the perfect horse to suit your needs and ability.

If you book in for a term commitment (can be weekly or fortnightly) then you can get your lessons for a fantastic discount!

**PRICES**
Assessment SPECIAL Lesson: $75

Casual Lesson on a School Horse: $125 per session
Term Commitment on a School Horse: $105 per session

Casual Lesson on Your Own Horse: $105 per session
Term Commitment on Your Own Horse: $85 per session

Contact us NOW to find out more
- 0422 561 126
- [email protected]

**Sessions are subject to availability of other riders, our coaches, and school horses**

I love sweepingโ€ฆ I find it very cathartic. Sometimes at the end of a very long day I find it exhausting too but I do it ...
11/08/2024

I love sweepingโ€ฆ I find it very cathartic.

Sometimes at the end of a very long day I find it exhausting too but I do it anyway so that when I come out in the morning the day is started fresh!! ๐Ÿดโฃ๏ธ

How refreshing!When we see the sun peak through the fog like this so early in the morning we just know it's going to be ...
09/08/2024

How refreshing!

When we see the sun peak through the fog like this so early in the morning we just know it's going to be a beautiful day for our Saturday lessons!๐Ÿฅฐ

Enjoy the sun everyone!!!๐ŸŒž๐Ÿ˜Š

Exciting news!The Spring School Holidays are just under 7 weeks away, and bookings are now open for our fantastic School...
09/08/2024

Exciting news!

The Spring School Holidays are just under 7 weeks away, and bookings are now open for our fantastic School Holiday Programs!

This spring, weโ€™re offering Full Day & Half Day Fun Days, as well as our popular Horsey Overnight Camp. Sign your kids up for an unforgettable experience where they can immerse themselves in the world of horses and learn to ride.

During these programs, your kids will:
๐Ÿฆ„Learn to catch and lead horses
๐Ÿฆ„Groom and saddle up
๐Ÿฆ„Master the basics of horse riding

Theyโ€™ll feel the thrill of being around and riding horses, all while making new friends who share their passion. Donโ€™t miss this incredible opportunity for your children to create lasting memories and bond with fellow horse lovers!

To learn more about our Half Day Fun Day, click the link below:
https://avocapark.rezdy.com/.../half-day-school-holiday...

To learn more about our Full Day Fun Day, click the link below:
https://avocapark.rezdy.com/.../school-holiday-program...

To learn more about our Horsey Overnight Camp, click the link below:
https://avocapark.rezdy.com/.../school-holiday-program...

We can't wait to see you and your child there!

If you have any questions, feel free to contact us via phone or email:
- 0422 561 126
- [email protected]

08/08/2024

๐Ÿฆ„Discover the Joy of Horse Care with Our Safe & Sound Short Course 1!๐Ÿฆ„

Learn the essentials of catching, leading, and grooming your horse through our expertly designed course. Ideal for horse enthusiasts of ALL ages, this course ensures you gain the proper and safe techniques for handling your equine friend.

Short Course 1 features 10 concise videos, each between 5-10 minutes, filled with valuable information and clear visual demonstrations. You'll master the basics of horse care IN NO TIME!

Each video is followed by a brief quiz to test your knowledge. Download the attached certificate to commemorate your achievements!

This is just the beginning! More Short Courses are COMING SOON, offering even more insights and tips for safely caring for your horse. Join us and start your journey of equine care today!

Not only that, but we also have super our affordable Ebooks to go alongside our short courses!

Priced at ONLY $1.95ea you can purchase our Ebooks and learn the first steps on how to catch, lead and groom a horse with pictures!

So why not invest in your own horse care education today with our knowledge filled Ebooks and Short Courses and be well on your way to being a pro at owning and caring for horses!

To learn more and invest in our Safe & Sound Short Course 1 follow the link below:
https://avocapark.com.au/introductory-short-course1

And if you would like to purchase our Safe & Sound Ebook 1, contact us via phone or email:
- 0422 561 126
- [email protected]

โœจWe can't wait to help you along your journey of learning the essentials to horse care!โœจ

Come along and join in on Leanneโ€™s Dressage in Lightness Clinic and learn how to help your horse achieve self carriage. ...
07/08/2024

Come along and join in on Leanneโ€™s Dressage in Lightness Clinic and learn how to help your horse achieve self carriage.

Leanneโ€™s 2-day clinic will provide ample information for you to learn how you can work with your horse and help them improve their balance and symmetry. Leanne will take you through our 5-step method to help develop your horseโ€™s posture in way that aligns with dressage principles and promotes comfortable riding.

On the first day, you will partake in 2 semi-private lessons where Leanne will introduce and take you through how to aid your horse starting on the ground with her mouthing and in-hand work to relax your horse and help work on correcting their posture. You will also learn how to effectively lunge your horse so that they are using their bodies correctly and pushing from their back legs.

On the second day, Leanne will give you a private lesson where you will combine everything you have learnt from day one and feel how different and more balanced your horse will feel when you ride them during the lesson.

Spots are filling up fast so you must get in quickly to not miss out! If youโ€™re worried about travel NO WORRIES, we have yards for your horses to stay in at an additional cost so you donโ€™t have to travel as much. We also provide accommodation on-site for you to stay in if you donโ€™t want to take the trip back home and come back to Avoca Park.

Follow the link below to find out more and to book in:
https://avocapark.rezdy.com/577080/dressage-in-lightness-clinic

If you have any questions, please feel to contact us via phone or email:
โ€ข 0422 561 126
โ€ข [email protected]

06/08/2024

Invest in our Safe & Sound Short Course 1 and begin building your skills and knowledge on horse care and handling.

Purchase now and gain IMMEDIATE access to:

๐Ÿด 10x 5-10min videos that takes you though in-depth how to catch, lead and groom a horse.

๐Ÿด Access to our private Facebook group where you can freely ask any question and get advice from other horsey people and experts

๐Ÿด Short quizzes at the end of each video to test your knowledge

๐Ÿด A downloadable Certificate after each quiz to celebrate your progress as you make your way through our course.

LIFETIME ACCESS FROM MOMENT OF PURCHASE!

We LOVE helping people LIVE their LOVE of HORSES and we want to support horse lovers everywhere to ensure EVERYONE is staying Safe & Sound when handling and caring for horses.

Follow the link below and invest in your education TODAY!
https://avocaparkcourse.groovesell.com/checkout/36888f589a2f449514a7d3266e132362

If you have any questions, feel free to contact us via phone or email:
- 0422 561 126
- [email protected]

Groom Position Available- Avoca Park Equestrian, Macclesfield, Victoria, (immediate start available).Avoca Park Equestri...
05/08/2024

Groom Position Available- Avoca Park Equestrian, Macclesfield, Victoria, (immediate start available).

Avoca Park Equestrian has a โ€˜coaching traineeโ€™ position available for a lucky groom. We are looking for a rider passionate about all things horses with a hunger to learn more.

This is a part time position but can be a full-time position in time for the right applicant.

Along with typical stablehand duties, such as cleaning stables, making feeds, feed up, preparing horses for work and untacking- this will be a fantastic opportunity for the successful applicant to learn about all aspects of our facility. We teach riding lessons, train horses, host clinics, provide equine holidays, handle stallions, breeding and foaling down mares.

Grooms will also have the opportunity to attend some competitions with Leanne Williams.

We are looking for a reliable, hardworking and eager horseman or woman, keen to excel in the equine industry.

Applicant must have riding experience and have had experience owning and caring for their own horse. We are looking for a capable rider with a good feel, who is wanting to learn and apply our training methods. We are a dressage based equestrian centre with a passion for School of Lรฉgerรจtรฉ.

For the right rider, regular riding will be a part of the position. Helping with schooling our school horses and training our horses in for training.

Our training methods are through lightness and biomechanically improving the horse's strength.

As your time with us continues we will encourage a coaching career, we endorse Equestrian Australia coaches and will work with you to gain your EA qualifications under guidance of our director, Leanne Williams (EA Level 3 Dressage Coach, EA Coach Educator & Licensed Teacher of "School of Lรฉgรจretรฉ").

These qualifications will teach you essential skills in caring for horses in Australia, develop your lunging and riding skills and then become a skilled riding coach, opening potential job opportunities to you in your future.

We will help you with your teaching experience- with clients provided for you to work with and refine your coaching skills. The final year will allow you to take advantage of the amazing opportunity of having Leanneโ€™s guidance and coaching.

There will be other jobs within the position such as working on our social media pages, experience and knowledge of Facebook, Instagram and other social media pages would be a desirable trait.

Other duties will include taking photos and video work for our dressageinlightnessonline.com website, hospitality with our guests, helping with our pony parties and much more.

We would prefer applicants to have some horse industry experience and really have the passion for horses and horse welfare. Learning is part of the opportunity we are providing, so donโ€™t hesitate to contact us if you got excited reading this advert.

We can provide temporary accommodation if moving to the area for the position but applicants must have their own driving licence and vehicle at your disposal, as there is no public transport near by and it becomes too isolating onsite without it.

Our Award is the Amusement, Event and Recreation Award.. Successful candidate will start at Introductory Level. Level is determined on existing skills and experience and will be reassessed after your first 3 months with us.

Hours are currently Monday- Friday 8am-12pm, more hours available depending on your availability and existing skill set.

Please send your resumes via email to Avoca Park for review and we will get back to you. If we believe you may suit our establishment, we will organise an interview to get to know you better.

Our email address is [email protected] we look forward to hearing from you.

Who wants a lesson with an Olympic level rider?!Heath Ryan is coming to Avoca Park this August on the 20th and 21st!Heat...
05/08/2024

Who wants a lesson with an Olympic level rider?!

Heath Ryan is coming to Avoca Park this August on the 20th and 21st!

Heath Ryan made his debut at the Olympics in 2008 at Beijing and has continued to work alongside other Olympic level riders, such as Paris Olympic Eventer Kevin McNab. He has also been 3 Day Event champion three times and he won every international Grand Prix competition in Australia in 2007.

This is a man who really knows his stuff!

If you want to have a lesson with such an incredible rider, trainer and coach then you don't want to miss out on attending our Heath Ryan Clinic. But be quick because we only have a few spots left on both days and they won't stay vacant forever!

To book in follow the link below:
https://avocapark.rezdy.com/577108/heath-ryan-clinic

For more information, feel free to contact us via phone or email:
- 0422 561 126
- [email protected]

Wanting to Join a Riding School but don't know what to expect?Why not book in an assessment lesson and see what you will...
03/08/2024

Wanting to Join a Riding School but don't know what to expect?

Why not book in an assessment lesson and see what you will be getting out of a term commitment with us!

Our assessment lessons are priced at only $75 for new clients with the intention of going into a term commitment. During the assessment lesson we will make sure that you are paired up with a horse that best suits your needs and abilities, but it also gives you some insight at what your riding journey with us will look like!

It's never too late to book one in so why not have a chat with us so we can help you achieve your horse riding dreams?

Contact us via phone or email to book in your assessment lesson:
- 0422 561 126
- [email protected]

To find out what else we offer, click the link below:
https://avocapark.com.au/horse-riding-lessons

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411 Tschampions Road
Macclesfield, VIC
3782

Opening Hours

Tuesday 12pm - 6pm
Wednesday 12pm - 6pm
Thursday 12pm - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 6pm
Sunday 9am - 4pm

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Avoca Park Equestrian

Welcome to Avoca Park Equestrian in Macclesfield, Victoria.

Home to Leanne Williams, rider, competitor, breeder.

Equestrian Australia NCAS qualifications in:


  • Level 3 Dressage