About
Fitzroy Equestrian Centre is a renowned sports club located in the Wingecarribee Shire Council in the picturesque Southern Highlands of Australia. Situated just an hour and a half south of Sydney, the club is nestled in the charming town of Fitzroy Falls. The town itself is surrounded by stunning attractions such as an impressive 81-metre waterfall, scenic bushwalks, and beautiful viewing platforms. Additionally, visitors can explore various B&Bs, cafés, antique stores, and galleries in the area.
Established in 1975 by the Malcolm Family, Fitzroy Equestrian Centre has been offering top-quality horse-related services without interruption. The centre provides horse agistment and training facilities, as well as riding lessons for individuals of all ages and skill levels, ranging from beginners to advanced riders. For those seeking a more comprehensive equestrian experience, the centre organises weekly residential camps during school holidays and also offers lessons throughout the school term. The centre caters to the preferences of both children and adults, with Saturdays and after-school sessions being particularly popular among youngsters, while weekdays are more convenient for adults.
Notably, Fitzroy Equestrian Centre has been home to Moss Vale's Riding for the Disabled group since 1999. This esteemed organisation welcomes riders from local schools, including Tangara Special School, as well as independent participants. The centre warmly welcomes volunteers, and prior horse experience is not essential. Both Angus and Neatie Malcolm, the owners of Fitzroy Equestrian Centre, hold NCAS EA Level 1 General Coaching Qualifications.
The centre is also a proud member of the Australian Horse Riding Centres NSW.
For those interested in attending one of their popular Holiday Riding Camps, Fitzroy Equestrian Centre offers week-long boarding camps during school holidays for children aged 9 years and above. The camps provide bunkhouse-style accommodation and home-cooked meals, along with numerous recreational activities such as swimming, table tennis, and volleyball. Participants can enjoy daily morning and afternoon horse rides, including lessons, trail rides, horseback games, and obstacle courses. The camp curriculum also includes educational sessions on horse care, covering feeding, grooming, saddling up, and general horse management.
To provide convenience to potential visitors, Fitzroy Equestrian Centre regularly updates their camp dates. Interested individuals can contact the centre directly for the most up-to-date information or follow their Facebook page for announcements.
Fitzroy Equestrian Centre prides itself on providing excellent lessons and agistment services. The centre boasts several top-notch facilities, including a large enclosed indoor arena, a round yard for training purposes, a showjumping paddock, and practise cross country jumps. Lessons are available for jumping, flatwork, and stable management, catering to riders of all levels. The centre offers tuition for both adults and children, with options for private or group lessons available.
Riders have the choice to bring their own horse or ride one of the centre's reliable and friendly school horses. Moreover, agistment services are available at reasonable rates upon arrangement. Additionally, Fitzroy Equestrian Centre provides opportunities for riders to compete in local dressage days, events, and gymkhanas, allowing them to showcase their skills and passion for horse riding.
Last but not least, Fitzroy Equestrian Centre provides a gallery section on their website, showcasing beautiful images related to their activities and services.
For those interested in contacting Fitzroy Equestrian Centre, they can reach out to Angus and Neatie Malcolm directly via phone at 02 4887 7239 or through email at fitzroy. Equestrian. Centre@gmail. Com.
Furthermore, their website provides a map indicating their location on Nowra Road in Fitzroy Falls, NSW.
