Get ready to ride!
Our top picks for horse riding lessons and pony rides for children around Geneva
Category: Horse riding, Pony Rides, FLOK recommends
Author: FLOK Kids
June 22, 2024
Horse riding offers a multitude of benefits for kids, blending physical activity with sheer enjoyment. Beyond the thrill of connecting with these majestic animals, riding fosters a sense of responsibility and empathy as children learn to care for their equine companions. From developing balance and coordination to building core strength and muscle tone, the physical benefits are substantial.
Moreover, riding encourages mental resilience, as young riders learn patience, focus, and problem-solving while mastering new skills. Beyond the arena, horse riding nurtures a deep appreciation for nature and outdoor activities, providing a refreshing escape from the digital world. Ultimately, the bond formed between child and horse transcends mere recreation, offering invaluable life lessons and memories that endure a lifetime.
Being surrounded by countryside, Geneva offers a great range of riding centers for both newcomers and experienced riders. Here we share our favorite places to ride.
Children's Horse Riding Lessons at Manège d'Evordes
Located: Chemin des Forches, 46, 1257 Croix-de-Rozon
Age Group: From 3 years onwards
The Manège d'Evordes in Geneva is an equestrian center located in Evordes, 15 minutes drive from the centre of Geneva. It is dedicated to horse and pony riding where various equestrian disciplines such as dressage, show jumping and free riding can be practiced.
The Manège d'Evordes offers classes for all levels, workshops, horseback rides, and other equestrian activities. It is a popular spot for horse enthusiasts in the Geneva area, providing modern facilities and qualified instructors to help riders advance in their practice.
The team also offers holiday camps and showjumping competitions for children throughout the year as well as group and private lessons from 3 years upwards.
Why FLOK loves Manège d'Evordes
Evordes is a very well-maintained equestrian center in a beautiful and tranquil setting. The team is friendly and welcoming and the riding instructors are highly dedicated and experienced. The horses and ponies are all well-mannered and very well-schooled.
We ride at Evordes and our kids do too. We can't rate them highly enough.
Pony Rides for Kids at Poney Club de Presinge
Located: Route de Presinge 137, 1243 Presinge
Age Group: From 3 years onwards
The "Manège et Pony Club de Presinge" is an equestrian center and pony club located in Presinge, about 20 minutes drive from the centre of Geneva. The team organizes private and group lessons, pony rides for children, and various equestrian activities including birthdays and holiday camps.
The club offers instruction in pony and horse riding teaching, including dressage and show jumping, care, and handling, catering to riders of different ages and levels of experience. It serves as a community hub for those interested in equestrian sports and activities in the Presinge area.
Why FLOK loves Poney Club Presinge
A family run equestrian center with a wide variety of activities for children. We love the pony walks, the group riding lessons, the birthday parties. Ideal for kids who want to start out.
Oh and we love the little Shetlands too!
Pony Lessons at La Ferme de La Gavotte
Located: Chem. des Verjus 138, 1212 Lancy
Age Group: From 5 years onwards
La Gavotte is open for free access every day of the year from 8 am to 7 pm thanks to a formidable team of volunteers.
La Gavotte is a non-profit association. Its mission is to promote the discovery, approach and knowledge of farm animals by children and their families. It seeks to make children, adolescents and young adults responsible for animal care, community life and sustainable development. It also helps to reintegrate people experiencing social and economic disruption and develops event and cultural activities.
The team offers holiday camps throughout the year, including pony and horse riding for children from the age of 5 years.
Why FLOK loves La Gavotte
It’s like being out in the wild wild west. Well, Geneva’s version of it. A little natural haven with a massive respect for animals, where kids can enjoy bareback riding, getting their hands dirty and having a lot of fun.
La Gavotte is an institution in Geneva and has been offering great experiences to families for over 40 years
Naturally, you'll find Manège d'Evordes, Poney Club de Presinge and Ferme de la Gavotte on FLOK, plus many other organisations offering pony rides and horse riding lessons. There's so much to choose from on FLOK. #founditonFLOK
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Image credits: Poney Club Presinge, La Gavotte
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