Meet our Riding School Horses and Ponies

We have a variety of riding school horses and ponies, catering to all heights, levels of confidence and riding ability. We try to accurately match pupils with a pony or horse who suits them and all of our riding school ponies are used for our holiday programs and lessons.

Archie

Riding school pony

Hi my name is Archie and I am in training to join the riding centre team. I am a clever and intelligent wee guy but am still learning the ropes of what it means to be a team member in the riding centre. Lucky for me I have the awesome staff at WRRC to help me with this! It won’t be long before I’m helping teach clients but until I get to that point don’t be afraid to come and say hello, I’m very friendly and love nothing more than a scratch and a snack!

Freeman

Riding school / Trek pony (RETIRED)

Hello my name is Freeman and I am 30 years young. I have been at WRRC since day one and have lost count of how many children I have taken for their first ever pony rides! In my prime I have been to in hand shows, loved racing the big TB’s and my mates out in the trekking area and spending time in the arena. Now as I’m getting a bit older, I only come out of the paddock for a pony ride on the odd occasion. I will however always come over for a good scratch, a cuddle and a snack!

Higgs

Riding school / Trek pony

Hey my name is Higgs and I am 16 years old. I am a little Welsh pony but what I lack in size I make up for with my big personality! I love all aspects of my job at WRRC whether that be helping teach in lessons or taking children out to see the beautiful Waimakariri River. Although one of my favourite things to do would be jumping, it is so much fun! While I am always super polite with my clients, I can be Mr. Bossy out in the paddock.

Magic

Riding school pony

Hi my name is Magic and I am a 14 years old English Riding Pony. My show name is Silverstream’s Abracadabra. I have been a part of the team at WRRC for a few years and have enjoyed being able to help teach some of our more experienced riders in this time. I am a talented wee jumper and can produce some nice work on the flat too. I also love to have a bit of fun and check out the trails or have a go tack-less.

Chesney

Riding school pony

Hi my name is Chesney and I’m 15 years old. I am a beautiful chestnut, which is why my show name is Ginger Ninja. I have been a part of the riding centre team for several years teaching many children to ride including Caitlyn and Nina, two of our current staff members! My favourite things are snacks and running around the paddock with my mates. And I like to make my mates follow my cheeky moves as much as I can. Working with the coaches is certainly another favourite of mine, especially when I make them proud. I’m known for having more woah than go, making me a good fit for those just beginning their riding journey!

Julius

Riding school / Trek pony

Hello my name is Julius; I am a 14-year-old Arab. I have been a part of the team at WRRC for many years now and have spent time in the arena, trekking area, been to pony club and some competitions in my time here which has been great. I am a very friendly and laid-back gentleman and love spending time with and helping teach all my clients. However, I love spending time with my lovely lessee, Kim the most.

Smartie

Riding school / Trek pony

Hi my name is Smartie and I am a 25-year-old English Riding Pony. My show name is Glencree Smartie Pants. As my name entails, I am very smart! I am the only pony at WRRC that can rub their bridle off with the use of the fence. I am a client favourite at WRRC as I am Mr. Reliable in the arena and out on the trails. There is not much that will throw me of my game. Talking about games, love games!! Gymkhana, Jumping, Horse ball all of it! I do win a lot as well, very competitive I am. I have given many students a good foundation of confidence and skills to continue their riding journey with.

Gruber

Riding school / Trek horse

Hello my name is Gruber and I am 10 years old. I am mostly thoroughbred with a bit of Australian stock horse in me. I used to be used for polo, then was trained in dressage and have been a part of the team at WRRC for a couple of years now. I am a big beautiful chestnut with a wonderful and friendly attitude. I enjoy spending time in the arena and out on the trails. I love nothing more than a good scratch and cuddles- something the staff at WRRC have learnt very quickly!

Breeze

Riding school / Trek pony

Hi my name is Breeze and I am 15 years old. I am an Arab Welsh mix. I have been a part of the team at WRRC for many years now and enjoy all aspects of my job whether that is to take clients for their very first lesson or welcome more experienced riders back into the saddle. I enjoy flatwork, jumping and games- I’m a bit of a jack of all trades!

Diesel

Riding school pony

Hey my name is Diesel I’m a 14.3hh 13-year-old English Riding Pony. My show name is Silverstream’s Just Crusing. I have been at WRRC since 2010 and have a full brother Charlie, who lives here as well. Since I was young and began my ridden journey here. I am a very clever boy and have learnt a lot in my time here. I have been out on the show jump and cross-country courses at pony club, been ridden tack-less, taught tricks and more. I am used as a lesson pony for the instructors here as well, I know my dressage well. I think my favourite thing is jumping though, I really love it.

Kasper

Riding school pony

Hello my name is Kasper, I’ve been a member of the Waimak family since I was only a baby (2008) I’m a English Riding Pony. My show name is Silverstream’s Just a Rebel. I have been a regular lesson mount and lease pony since 2009 and enjoy getting lots of cuddles from all my clients. I am regularly told how stunning I am as I am all chestnut with absolutely no white on me! In my time at WRRC I have been lucky enough to go out to Pony club, go out trekking, jumping showing off my “pings” and spend time in the arena- I enjoy being able to do a bit of everything!

Woody

Riding school pony in training

Hi my name is Woody and I am a 5-year-old Welsh Pony and in training to be in the riding centre team. My full name is WoodStock and I’m pretty cute, I have one blue and one brown eye! I am very excited to begin my career at WRRC, I don’t like being left out watching all my mates having all the fun. I can’t wait to be able to join them in the arena with the students soon! For now, though if you come visit, please come say hello I am a very friendly wee man.

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Connie

Riding school / Trek pony

Hi my name is Connie and I am 12 years old. I have been at WRRC since I was young and began my ridden career here. I have a gorgeous chestnut coat and enjoy spending time in the arena and out on the trails so I get to be a riding school pony and trekking pony! I have taught many children to ride and my clients love my laid back and friendly personality. I love saying hello to everyone so please come out and say hi (with a carrot of course)!

Flame

Riding school pony

Hey my name is Flame and I am 12 years old. I have been a part of the team for a few years now and have helped teach both novice and experienced riders. My favourite thing to do would have to be jumping though! I’ve been out to some competitions before and even managed to win a few ribbons, which was awesome. I also like hanging out in the paddock with my friends, especially with Ruby and Harmony.

Harmony

Riding school / Trek horse ( RETIRED)

Hello my name is Harmony and I am a 12-year-old Thoroughbred. I used to be in the racing industry, at that time I was known as La Musique. However, when I arrived at WRRC I began my new career in the riding centre. I predominantly take our adult clients and have given many clients a solid foundation of skills and confidence to continue their riding journey with.

Ruby

Riding school / Trek pony

Hello my name is Ruby and I am 12 years old. My show name is Ruby Tuesday. I began my ridden career at WRRC and have since enjoyed helping teach both novice and experienced riders. I can show off some pretty flash dressage moves in the arena but am as equally awesome and confident out on the trails. I love heading down to the river for a splash! I have also been out to pony club and some dressage days in my time here which has been lots of fun.

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