Outdoor Riding Course for Adults – Discovery and Improvement – 2 days – 2026
- Duration: 2 days
- Level: Beginner
- Possibility to bring your own horse: No
Two-day outdoor riding course for beginner adults. Discover outdoor riding and get an introduction to horseback riding.
A sensory exploration of the animal, its means of communication, and its individual and group behavior, both with other horses and with humans. Learning about the daily care a horse requires, both physically and before and after work. Discovering harnesses, how to put them on, and their uses. Gradual introduction to the three gaits in the Landesforest. Access to the beach is possible if the minimum skill level is achieved.
An ideal course to gain independence on horseback.
Features
Duration: 2 days. Arrival the day before and departure the day after are possible depending on our availability.
Age of participants: From 12 years old if accompanied.
Required riding level: Beginners and inexperienced riders seeking to improve their skills
Group size: 2 to 6 people maximum
Supervision and safety: Instruction is provided either by a BE-certified instructor or by qualified guides with extensive knowledge of the Landes , who are eager to share their knowledge with you.
They also speak English.
Program
Introduction and first outings in the forest
Meet at the equestrian center. Welcome and introduction to the facilities, the horses and the teaching team.
Participation in the preparation of your mount. First steps on horseback in the arena in the morning before moving on to the Landes forest (3 hours of activities including 2 hours on horseback).
Learning to understand the horse from a higher vantage point, controlling its speed and direction, and an introduction to standing in balance will allow us to approach cantering uphill at the end of the day, if all goes well. But above all, mastering the technique of posting trot is essential for safely tackling the morning ride.
Lunch at the equestrian lodge by the pool.
Activities resume in the afternoon (3 hours, including 2 hours on horseback).
Brushing and preparing the horse, returning to the arena to regain its bearings and acquire better footing.
Another outing in the woods to refine speed and direction control at the walk and trot, while riding independently of other riders. A canter uphill to discover the gait.
Back to the stables to brush, feed and pet the horses. Well-deserved rest at the gîte. Dinner.
Improvement
Meet to prepare the horses. Two 2-hour outdoor training sessions or, depending on the level achieved on the first day, a full-day ride with approximately 4 hours in the saddle. A rest period will be scheduled to share lunch, which will be transported or delivered to the center if there is no return trip.
It will be a relaxing day, where we will ride at a pace suited to our group's level, while continuing to improve our skills at all three gaits. Access to the beach may be possible at the end of the day.
Ideal for beginners, these training days are also suitable for riders with some experience who wish to refine their skills and gain greater independence. We also offer week-long courses that allow beginners to learn to jump obstacles at all three gaits and to ride independently at all three gaits on the beach and within a group of experienced riders on multi-day trail rides.
Dates
À la carte. Every weekend from November to the end of March. Also possible during the week.
Contact us for dates outside of this period!
Prices
| Low season (November to April) | Mid-season (May, June, September, October) | High season (July, August) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price for 2 days and 1 night in a shared room + breakfast + evening meal | 379 €/pers. | 379 €/pers. | 399 €/pers. |
| Additional day including 1 evening meal + breakfast + accommodation in a shared room | 199 € | 199 € | 199 € |
| Extra night with breakfast | 59 € | 64 € | 73 € |
| Additional night with breakfast and evening meal | 89 € | 94 € | 103 € |
| Single room supplement | 20 € | 20 € | 30 € |
| Double or twin room supplement | 15 € | 15 € | 15 € |
The price includes
The price does not include
Payment method
BANK TRANSFER: Upon confirmation of your booking request, we will send you our IBAN so that you can pay the deposit and then the balance (for stays of 3 days and more) or the total amount (for stays of less than 2 days) by bank transfer.
For residents of non-EU countries unable to make the bank transfer, please contact us for PayPal payment options.
Reservation request
Access
Equestrian gîte, 55 route de Baleste, 40200 MIMIZAN, France.
How to get there?
Meeting time: 8:30 AM
Equipment
Riding gear to bring
- Trousers (jogging pants or leggings). Purchasing riding trousers is recommended.
- Leather boots without heels, sneakers without Velcro, or walking shoes
- Gourd
Personal belongings to bring
- Clothing for 2 days: underwear, socks, t-shirts and polo shirts, a sweater or fleece (the evenings are cool!)
- For the pool: pool towel, swimsuit, sunglasses, sunscreen
- Notebook and pen for taking notes
Equipment provided on site
- All equipment (chaps – helmet – riding crop) is provided by the equestrian center.
- Bed linen and bath towel
Have a question? Send us a message
By phone: +33 5 58 09 34 25 or +33 6 81 27 15 01
Notice
There are no reviews yet.