Horse riding lessons in the Hawkesbury
More than riding lessons.
Confidence for life.
A welcoming riding school for children and adults—from a first pony experience to confident competition riding. Every rider progresses at their own pace, guided by experienced, caring coaches who match them with the right horse or pony.
Ages 3 to adult • Beginners to advanced • Group and private lessons
Find your place in the saddle
The right lesson for the rider you are today
Tell us your experience and goals, and we will guide you to the safest, most useful starting point in our riding school.
Baby Pony
Ages 3–6
A gentle, age-appropriate introduction to ponies, balance and confidence in a fun, supportive setting.
Group lessons
Learn together. Progress together.
A structured weekly program with riders of a similar level. Build skills, friendships and consistency through the school term.
Private lessons
Focused coaching for your goals.
One-on-one coaching for beginners, confidence building, technical improvement, jumping or riders bringing their own horse.
Why Tic Toc?
A riding school with a clear pathway—not random pony rides.
Led by Sandra and shaped by more than 35 years of equestrian experience, our riding school’s coaching develops capable riders who understand the horse underneath them.
We match each rider with a suitable horse or pony for their size, confidence and current ability.
Our Canter 1–7 levels create a clear path from first foundations to advanced flatwork and jumping.
Riders learn horse care, grooming, tacking up, safety and responsibility—not only how to sit in the saddle.
Ride for confidence and enjoyment, or follow a pathway into dressage, showjumping and competition.
Find your Canter level
Which Canter rider are you?
Answer a few quick (and slightly cheeky) questions and we’ll guess your Canter level before your first lesson.
What riders learn
Strong foundations. Real skills. Bigger goals.
- Balance, position and effective aids
- Flatwork, poles and rider biomechanics
- Dressage and showjumping pathways
- Horse care, groundwork and safe handling
- Confidence, responsibility and sportsmanship
- Competition preparation for riders who want to progress further
What riders say
Real riders, real confidence.
Rated 5.0 from 42 Google reviews, plus these from our own riders and families.
“I am competing in showjumping at a high level and always learn when I ride with Sandra.”
Stephanie
Age 35, Competition rider — East Kurrajong
“I love riding, and Tic Toc Equestrian makes my riding goals possible—an amazing instructor, family friendly environment and gorgeous horses for all levels.”
Bridget
Age 14, Advanced rider — North Richmond
“Kourtney has been riding with Tic Toc for 2 years now, the difference in her riding is amazing! I really recommend Tic Toc Equestrian for children of all ages.”
Joanne
Parent, rider age 8 — The Slopes
“Sandra is a very caring and patient instructor. She really understands how to make the lesson fun, but still learning at the same time—even for the most stubborn students!”
Samantha
Parent, rider age 5 — Hawkesbury Heights
“Our 15 year old daughter thoroughly enjoyed her coaching session with Jeordie. The horses are beautiful and the Tic Toc property is immaculate!”
Kym McGregor
Google review
“Every week I look forward to my riding lesson at Tic Toc. Each lesson I improve more and more thanks to my instructor Sandra.”
Madison
Age 14, Advanced rider — North Richmond
“We have been riding at Tic Toc for 3½ years. Lessons are a great blend of fun and learning. Highly recommended.”
John
Parent, rider age 7 — Kurrajong
“Our daughter attended a class and it was amazing. She just loved it so much. The pony is very gentle and friendly and the teacher is great and experienced too.”
Yifan
Google review
Simple, transparent options
Lesson prices
Choose the consistency of a full term or the flexibility of a casual or private lesson.
Best value
10-week group term
$1,150
Your regular place in a structured weekly program.
Child under 8 years old: $800
Own horse: $900
Flexible
Casual group lesson
$145
Available where space allows. Book and pay lesson by lesson.
Child under 8 years old: $110
Own horse: $115
Little riders
Baby Pony
From $75
Ages 3–6.
Full term (10 weeks): $650
Casual: $75
Technical focus
Jumping private
$260
Individual coaching focused on jumping technique and confidence.
On our schoolmasters.
One-on-one
Private lesson
From $180
45 minutes.
With Jeordie (Tue–Fri): $180 (child under 8 or own horse $150)
With Sandra (any day): $220 (own horse $160)
Group lessons run for 60 minutes with 3 or more riders, or 45 minutes with 1–2 riders. Availability and standard booking policies apply.
Good to know
Your first lesson, made simple
I have never ridden before. Can I join?
Yes. Complete beginners are welcome. We will place you in the most suitable lesson and match you with an appropriate horse or pony.
What should I wear?
Wear comfortable long pants and closed, heeled shoes. We will confirm any other equipment you need before your lesson.
Can I bring my own horse?
Yes. Private coaching can be arranged with your own horse, including flatwork, jumping and confidence building.
Your Tic Toc riding school journey starts here.
Tell us where you are starting and where you want to go. We will help you choose the right next step.
