What age can my child start riding at European Equestrian Academy?

Pony rides (15 minutes) are from age 3. The Mini Riders first-ride lessons are for ages 5-15, and junior group terms and the Complete Horsemanship Program are for ages 6-18.

How much do riding lessons cost?

On the 2026-2027 price list, without membership: pony ride AED 50, Mini Riders first ride AED 200, group lesson AED 270, private lesson AED 430. Members pay AED 180 per Mini Riders lesson, and a Term 1 junior group term (13 weekly lessons) is AED 2,600. Annual membership is AED 250 for new riders.

Can we try a lesson before signing up for a term?

Yes. Trial and pay-as-you-go lessons are open to non-members: a pony ride, a Mini Riders first ride, or a group, semi-private or private lesson. Term programmes and riding packages need an annual EEA membership.

When do the 2026-2027 terms run?

Term 1: Sat 12 Sep - Fri 11 Dec 2026. Term 2: Sat 2 Jan - Fri 2 Apr 2027. Term 3: Sat 10 Apr - Fri 2 Jul 2027. Weekly lesson times aren't on the website; ask the provider for available slots.

Is there a holiday camp?

Yes. Autumn Camp runs Monday 12 to Friday 16 October 2026, 8:30AM-12:30PM, with daily riding in small groups by level, horse care, theory and FFE Galop preparation, and crafts and games. It costs AED 350 a day or AED 1,600 for the week, and places must be booked and paid in advance.

Where is it and how do I book?

At Bin Dhahi Stables, Madinat Latifa, Al Qudra Road. Book online through the academy's EC Pro page, or message +971 56 778 6409 on WhatsApp.

European Equestrian Academy, Madinat Latifa (Al Qudra Road)

EquestrianHorse Riding

Checked Oct 2026Details checked October 2026

Madinat Latifa

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Ages3+years and up
PriceAED 200a lesson, lowest price
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European Equestrian Academy (EEA) is a riding school at Bin Dhahi Stables on Al Qudra Road, where it moved in October 2025. It teaches children and adults, from a first pony ride to show-jumping competition, and is affiliated with the French Equestrian Federation (FFE), so riders can work through the official FFE Galop levels and exams. Little ones can start with a 15-minute pony ride from age 3 or a 30-minute Mini Riders first ride (ages 5-15, up to 3 riders). Juniors aged 6-18 can book a fixed weekly group slot for a whole term, or the Complete Horsemanship Program: about two hours at the stable each week, with a 50-minute ride plus 50 minutes of horse care, theory and groundwork. Group lessons take up to 7 riders. The 2026-2027 fees are published in full, and you can try a pay-as-you-go lesson before joining. Holiday camps and birthday parties run at the stable too.

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The activity

Horse Riding, explained

Riding lessons start on the ground as much as in the saddle. Children learn to groom and tack up a pony, then work on balance, posture and steering at walk before moving on to trot, canter and small jumps. Alongside the riding, many schools teach horse care and stable management, so kids learn responsibility and how to read an animal's mood. It builds core strength, coordination, patience and confidence. Most children start with short, led pony sessions around ages 3 to 5 and move to 45-60 minute group lessons once they can ride on their own. A riding hat and long trousers are the usual basics.

Who it's for

Children and adults of all levels, beginner to competition. Pony Ride ages 3+; Mini Riders - First Ride ages 5-15 for young first-time riders; Group Riding Terms and the Complete Horsemanship Program ages 6-18, Beginner to Elite; Group Riding Pass, semi-private and private lessons for junior and adult riders; holiday camps ages 5+ (2026-2027 price list).

What to expect

A first visit can be a 15-minute pony ride (ages 3+, AED 50) or a 30-minute Mini Riders first ride (ages 5-15, AED 200 without membership), which the academy describes as a gentle, confidence-building introduction to balance, posture and basic horse control with no more than 3 riders. Children who already ride independently can try a single 50-minute group lesson (AED 270, up to 6 riders). No membership is needed for these trial and pay-as-you-go lessons. Book through the academy's EC Pro booking page or on WhatsApp. For what to wear and whether hats are lent, ask the provider.

Highlights

Affiliated with the French Equestrian Federation (FFE), with Galop level preparation and exams (europeanequestrianacademydubai.com)
Pony rides from age 3 and a 30-minute Mini Riders first ride for ages 5-15, max. 3 riders (2026-2027 price list)
Junior group terms for ages 6-18: a fixed weekly 50-minute slot, max. 7 riders (2026-2027 price list)
Complete Horsemanship Program: about 2 hours a week with 50 min riding plus 50 min horse care, theory and groundwork (2026-2027 price list)
Autumn Camp 12-16 October 2026, 8:30AM-12:30PM, in English and French (europeanequestrianacademydubai.com)
Competition pathway led by head coach Marion Glatigny, a BPJEPS-certified instructor from France (europeanequestrianacademydubai.com)

Why parents rate it

What parents say on Google

European Equestrian Academy has 4.5 on Google from 48 reviews. 38 of those reviews give five stars, and 4 give one or two stars.

The facts

Ages: Pony Ride: 3+
Mini Riders - First Ride: 5-15
Junior Group Riding Terms and Complete Horsemanship Program: 6-18
Holiday camps: 5+
Adult riders also taught
Prices: 2026-2027 price list
Pay-as-you-go (no membership)
Pony Ride 15 min: AED 50
Mini Riders First Ride 30 min: AED 200
Group lesson 50 min: AED 270
Semi-private: AED 310 per rider
Private: AED 430
Members
Annual membership: AED 250 (new)AED 200 (returning)
Mini Riders: AED 180 per lessonor AED 850 for 5
Junior group term 1x/week: AED 2,600 (Terms 1-2, 13 lessons)AED 2,400 (Term 3, 12 lessons)
Complete Horsemanship Program 1x/week: AED 3,575 (Terms 1-2)AED 3,300 (Term 3)
Optional FFE child licence: AED 130
Autumn Camp 2026: AED 350/dayAED 1,600/week
Schedule: Terms 2026-2027: 12 Sep-11 Dec 2026; 2 Jan-2 Apr 2027; 10 Apr-2 Jul 2027 (fixed weekly slot, times on request). Autumn Camp 12-16 Oct 2026, 8:30AM-12:30PM
Trial: Trial and pay-as-you-go lessons open to non-members: Pony Ride AED 50 (ages 3+), Mini Riders First Ride AED 200 (ages 5-15), group lesson AED 270
Where: Bin Dhahi Stables, Madinat Latifa, Al Qudra Road, Dubai
How to book: european-equestrian-academy-dubai.ecpro.co.uk · +971 56 778 6409 · [email protected]

Questions parents ask

Good to know

Trial and pay-as-you-go lessons need no membership; riding packages and term programmes are for members only (annual membership AED 250 new rider, AED 200 returning) (2026-2027 price list)
Sibling discount on riding packages: 5% off the second child, 10% off the third and each extra child (2026-2027 price list)
Term make-ups: up to 2 per term if you cancel at least 6 hours ahead (2026-2027 price list)
The academy moved from Al Ruwayyah (Al Ali Stables) to Bin Dhahi Stables, Al Qudra Road, in October 2025 (europeanequestrianacademydubai.com)
Autumn Camp is taught in English and French, with riders grouped by level (europeanequestrianacademydubai.com)
Birthday parties: outdoor stable setting included, air-conditioned clubhouse optional; bring your own cake and food (europeanequestrianacademydubai.com)