Horse Riding Classes in Dublin
Explore 7 Horse Riding classes for kids in Dublin, Ireland. Compare schedules, ages and pricing below, or contact a provider directly to book.
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The Paddocks Riding Centre
The Paddocks Riding Centre, on Woodside Road in Sandyford, is a family-run yard set high in the Dublin Mountains with stables and facilities for a large number of horses. As well as regular riding lessons for children, the centre offers one and two-hour treks through the surrounding mountains, giving young riders a chance to enjoy the scenery beyond the arena once they've built up some confidence in the saddle. Horse riding is well known for building both physical coordination and a sense of responsibility, as children learn to care for and communicate with their horse or pony. The Paddocks also hosts birthday parties, making it an option for a horse-themed celebration as well as regular lessons.
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Kilronan Equestrian Centre
Kilronan Equestrian Centre in Swords offers horse riding lessons for children of all levels, from complete beginners onward. Instructors are highly trained and the centre's horses and ponies are well-mannered and well-schooled, which helps keep first lessons calm, safe and genuinely enjoyable for nervous or first-time riders. As an AIRE-approved centre, Kilronan follows recognised standards for care and instruction. The setting is family-run with a relaxed, personal atmosphere, and its grounds make it a pleasant place for children to spend time learning around horses beyond just the lesson itself.
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Kellystown Riding School
Kellystown Riding School, on Kellystown Road in Sandyford, focuses on helping young riders progress their equitation skills in a safe, fun and appropriately challenging way. Lessons are structured to build technique steadily rather than rush children through levels before they're ready. During the summer and public holidays, the school runs pony camps for children and young teenagers, giving them a more immersive introduction to horse care and riding alongside their regular lessons. It's a good option for families in south Dublin looking for a structured but approachable riding school for children of different ages.
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Child Vision
ChildVision, based on Grace Park Road in Drumcondra, is Ireland's only facility solely dedicated to the education and therapy needs of blind and multi-disabled children. Its equine therapy programme uses horsemanship to support children and adults with physical, sensory, mental health and intellectual disabilities, helping build confidence, coordination and general wellbeing. Sessions last either 30 minutes or an hour and run in group blocks, with places allocated following an assessment by ChildVision's occupational therapist. Horse riding here is primarily a therapeutic service rather than a general lesson programme, so only a limited number of places are open to the public — families interested should get in touch to check current availability and the assessment process.
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Cherry Orchard Equine Centre
Cherry Orchard Equine Centre, based at Cherry Orchard Crescent in Dublin, offers riding lessons for children at every stage, from complete beginners to more advanced riders, following the AIRE syllabus. Group lessons focus on fun, steady progression and confidence in the saddle, while private one-to-one lessons suit children who want faster progress. The centre also runs therapeutic riding sessions for children and adults with additional needs, using gentle, rhythmic movement to support strength, balance and coordination. During school holidays, pony camps combine riding lessons with stable management and activities like games and arts and crafts, in three-hour sessions led by qualified instructors. Lessons run Monday to Friday, 3-8pm, and Saturday, 9am-5pm.
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Balcultry Stables
Balcultry Stables, on Balcultry Road, Swords, Co. Dublin, offers a welcoming environment for children to learn about horses, how to ride them, and how to care for them. The wellbeing of the animals is treated as a top priority throughout. It's a good option for children keen to get hands-on experience around horses, learning riding skills alongside the responsibility of looking after an animal.
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Carrickmines Equestrian Centre
Carrickmines Equestrian Centre, on Glenamuck Road South, Dublin 18, offers group riding lessons for children aged 6 and up, organised by ability into small groups. As a family-run, AIRE-approved riding school with both an indoor arena and outdoor facilities, it operates seven days a week and children are dropped off for lessons. Group lesson prices aren't published online; payment is accepted by debit card, EFT or cash, and booking deposits are non-refundable, with a 50% charge for late cancellations. Private lessons are also available by appointment on weekdays. Free parking is available on site.
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Common questions
How many Horse Riding classes for kids are there in Dublin?
Kids Patch lists 7 Horse Riding classes for kids in Dublin. Each listing links straight through to the provider — Kids Patch is free for parents to use and takes no booking fee or commission.
Whereabouts in Dublin can I find Horse Riding classes for kids?
Horse Riding listings in Dublin are concentrated in Sandyford (2), Swords (2), Drumcondra (1).
What age range do Horse Riding classes for kids in Dublin cover?
Across the listings on this page, ages run from 6 years upwards. 1 of the 7 states an age range. The rest leave it open, so it is worth asking the provider directly.
How much do Horse Riding classes for kids in Dublin cost?
None of the 7 listings on this page publish a standard price. Fees for children’s classes in Ireland usually vary by term length, age group and session count, so providers quote on enquiry — you can message any of them from their listing.