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BallynaFagh Farm 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 bridge has been fixed 🥳🌟The ponies have had a LONG summer break 🐴🌟The tack has been cleaned… 🧽 ✋All we need now are...
02/01/2025

🌟The bridge has been fixed 🥳
🌟The ponies have had a LONG summer break 🐴
🌟The tack has been cleaned… 🧽

✋All we need now are the riders 🏇🏻😉

Horse riding lessons are kicking off at BallynaFagh Farm again this coming Friday, 3rd of January 2025 🌟🥳

It’s been a LONG few months…
But it seems like the stars have finally aligned ✨

And with some great January Specials happening throughout the month for new riders - there’s something for everyone 🌸

Message me, Lorna, on WhatsApp for all the details - 0619740290

See you on Friday 🌟🌟🌟

I've mixed feelings as I write this post...One side of my heart feels heavy and sad.While the other feels rejuvenated an...
19/11/2024

I've mixed feelings as I write this post...
One side of my heart feels heavy and sad.
While the other feels rejuvenated and excited...
As you probably know, the past few months have been a wild ride at BallynaFagh Farm due to the small drift bridge being submerged so often.
Yet, we muddled on...
Doing lessons on the days a canoe was not necessary to access the farm!
However, the rain on the 22nd of October created an even bigger issue with the damage to Niven Bridge.
Decisions had to be made...
And so, after speaking to all of our riders, we have decided to move all of the horses and ponies to the farm at Maitlands until a way forward can be established.
We will also begin 'taming' some of the Maitlands farm so that we can commence horse riding lessons there soon as well.
It will feel very strange teaching somewhere new...
However, after almost 20 years at BallynaFagh Farm, maybe a change is on the cards 🙂
So - what now?
Well, the riding lessons are on 'pause' until February 2025 when we will kick things off again.
Where - that really does depend on a lot of things - most which are outside of our control...
The horses will be moving in the coming few weeks 🙂
Send good thoughts that it all goes to plan!

We're going on a bush hike... On Saturday the 13th of April 2024...The big question is...How far will you walk?1km, 3km,...
22/03/2024

We're going on a bush hike...
On Saturday the 13th of April 2024...

The big question is...
How far will you walk?

1km, 3km, or 6km?

Let me know how far you're willing to hike in the comments below :)

The hike is 100% free; bring your own refreshments and padkos for the trail!

Make sure you send me a WhatsApp Message on 0619740290 and tell me you're 'optimal' distance for hiking 💪🥾

We'll leave no one behind 🌟😉😂

The next few weeks are BUSY ones at the farm...🌟🐴 We have another Open Day (with better planning - always learning, eh? ...
20/03/2024

The next few weeks are BUSY ones at the farm...

🌟🐴 We have another Open Day (with better planning - always learning, eh? 😅) coming up soon...

🥾🥪 We have a hike and 'padkos' in the beautiful veldt on the farm suitable for almost everyone (you don't have to be the world's most adventurous or fittest hiker)

🐶🐕 A 'bring your dog' morning where we will be opening our 'dog walking trails' at the farm for a trial run - in return for some feedback...

🐎🏇And a brand new 4-week in-person live program... To be announced shortly 🤫

💚 We will also be running the same program, the BallynaFagh Blissful Bonds Program again - such amazing feedback coming through from that

So, how do you get to hear about all of these things - and get exclusive time limited discounts on all the offers?

By joining our Newsletter List, of course, 😉

Make sure you stay in the loop with everything that's going on at the farm by signing up at https://ballynafagh.co.za/newsletter

If you've ever interacted with a horse, then you'll already know... Something special happens when we become present, in...
19/03/2024

If you've ever interacted with a horse, then you'll already know...
Something special happens when we become present, increase our awareness, and simply enjoy the moment 💚

And what always amazes me is how, no matter how many different people the ponies interact with (such as Aisling here - she was really touched by a lot of people that day), it still feels special for each individual.

They truly are amazing animals 🐴🌟

Her first ‘real’ day schooling over jumps since coming back into work in early January…I think she’s enjoying herself 🌟🦄...
12/03/2024

Her first ‘real’ day schooling over jumps since coming back into work in early January…
I think she’s enjoying herself 🌟🦄
Up to this it’s been flatwork and her secret talent; mounted games - more on that another day 😉
Hoping that we’ll see a lot more jumping going forward…
We all LOVE you Aisling 🌟❤️🌟❤️

Strike a Pose... 📸 👯‍♀️ 🐴Aisling and Cameron practicing their selfies 💚Not too shabby Ladies, not too shabby ❤️ 😎
08/03/2024

Strike a Pose... 📸 👯‍♀️ 🐴
Aisling and Cameron practicing their selfies 💚
Not too shabby Ladies, not too shabby ❤️ 😎

All set for this evening 🌟🐴🌟
28/02/2024

All set for this evening 🌟🐴🌟

So you're not in the loop yet? 😲Oh dear... Let's get that sorted right here and now 👍You see, every week, I send a lette...
28/02/2024

So you're not in the loop yet? 😲

Oh dear...

Let's get that sorted right here and now 👍

You see, every week, I send a letter (I was going to write a 'short letter', but some weeks that would not be true!) to all of the lovely people on our creatively named 'Newsletter List' 😬🙈

And, going forward, there will be all sorts of treats, discounts, 'news', and everything in between so to make this well worth your while not just signing up for - but also opening and reading 😉😁

So, to get on this 'esteemed' list, simply follow the link - and sign up :)

https://ballynafagh.co.za/newsletter

❗️And remember to find the email from BallynaFagh Farm (it might be in your junk or spam) and click the 'confirm' button...
This way we are all above board regarding me emailing you 😅

Tomorrow evening, we start our new 4-week program at the farm...It's a 'horsey' program with a twist - there's NO riding...
27/02/2024

Tomorrow evening, we start our new 4-week program at the farm...

It's a 'horsey' program with a twist - there's NO riding involved; nope, not even once!

It is simply a group of adults working with a few special horses on the ground so that they can learn more about themselves - and their trusty 4 legged companions.

And while I've spoken a lot about this in the previous few email newsletters, I haven't even mentioned it here (so I thought now's as good a time as any to correct that!).

And, because I've spoken quite a bit about the program, I've gotten a fair few questions, which think will help if I also answer here :)

Questions like:-

❓I can't ride, I've never ridden, or other questions about having to ride a horse...❓
𝐀:-To be clear, there is NO RIDING in this program. It is 100% 'groundwork' based. up, no saddles, no bridles... Groundwork only.

❓Can I bring my own horse to work with?❓
𝐀:- Yes, of course. And you can choose if you would like to box, transport, or even ride your horse in and out each Wednesday, or board your horse for the 4 weeks of the program (no deposit or long-term contract required). And if you choose the boarding option, of course, you can also make full use of the facilities and the Livery Lesson Benefits for the 4 weeks :) Just reach out to me via WhatsApp at 061 974 0290, let me know what you would like to do and we can chat from there 👍🐴💛

❓I lack confidence around horses or am downright afraid of them, can I still participate?❓
𝐀:- Again, absolutely yes! I handpick the horses and ponies to suit each person for the program. And I can 100% guarantee you that the horses and ponies here on the farm are loving, trustworthy, and 'reliable'. They will help you to develop your confidence in both yourself and your abilities.

❓Can 'Important Person/Significant Other' and I do this program together?❓
𝐀:- Yes, of course! I am 100% for couples, friends, or a parent and child combination doing the program. However, I will 'divide' you up so that you are each working with your own horse/pony. I feel that the discussions that will happen after the program will be just as beneficial as what each person learns about themselves during the program itself. I am also offering a discount for situations like this.


So, if you think that, maybe, the BallynaFagh Blissful Bonds Program could be a fit for you, reach out to me on WhatsApp at 061 974 0290, tell me your specific questions or concerns, and I will give you the most honest answer I can to help you make your decision.

Remember, I only want people who are 100% all in to participate in the program, so if I feel that it's not a fit for you, I'll tell you 😉 ❤️

You can get all the details over at https://ballynafagh.co.za/bliss

🐴🌟 Open Day - 100% Free and All Are Welcome 🌟🐴We are inviting you and your loved ones to join us on Saturday the 2nd of ...
26/02/2024

🐴🌟 Open Day - 100% Free and All Are Welcome 🌟🐴

We are inviting you and your loved ones to join us on Saturday the 2nd of March 2024 as we open the farm up to new people...

And we're dangling a few 'carrots' for all the newbies...

🏇 Free Pony Rides
📸 Free Photo Booth that includes a Pony!
🌟 A Chance to Win one of 4 Demo Riding Lessons
🎨 A Pony Painting Session

🐕‍🦺 And maybe, just maybe, if we garner enough interest - and the stars align - a dog walk around the farm with all dogs on a lead - and, obviously, well socialised with others! 🐶

For more information, reach out via WhatsApp at 061 974 0290

🌟 We would LOVE to see you at the Farm on Saturday 🌟

We have lessons happening every Friday and Saturday…Make your little persons weekend extra special by booking them in fo...
22/02/2024

We have lessons happening every Friday and Saturday…

Make your little persons weekend extra special by booking them in for one 🌟🐴🦄

Reach out on WhatsApp to reserve a saddle 💚

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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

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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 Novice Group Lessons are R200 per person per hour. Full Stabled Livery is also available at R3500 for horses and R2900 for ponies, which includes lucern and feed.