Education

Equestrian Education Programs

A unique opportunity for day and boarding students to be involved in equestrian activities at The Hamilton and Alexandra College.
We also offer boarding for students horses, which is a wonderful comfort for many of our boarding students.

A group of people grooming a brown horse in an outdoor area with trees and a building in the background.

Curricular Program

  • Equine Foundations and Equine Animal Systems, which can be selected as electives in Years 8 and 9.

Co-Curricular Program

  • Riding classes (horsemanship)

  • Clinics

  • Events

Two young women dressed in riding attire, wearing helmets, riding horses side by side outdoors in a riding arena.

Riding Lessons

Riding lessons are held after school and on weekends, all year round. Regular lessons ensure riders and horses are well-supervised and encouraged at a level that is suitable for their abilities. Students can develop their skills in a safe and nurturing environment with individual attention and guidance by qualified instructors. Ensuring riders and horses are never over-faced and are developing at an appropriate level.

Bookings can be made in advance and programs can be built around specific goals and student timetables.

Clinics

We hold regular one and two day clinics run by guest instructors and equine experts. Available for riders of all ages and abilities, as well as younger horses. These clinics are designed to build confidence and capability, under the supervision of people who are experts in their field.

Young boy wearing a helmet and riding a horse during a daytime outdoor horse riding event with other riders and horses visible in the background.

Events

Our facilities allow us to host a range of events throughout the year. From training days to official competitions. Check the school calendar for a full list of events.

We encourage our students to compete in local events, as well as interschool competitions including the Victorian Interschool Equestrian Championships.

Travelling as a team is great fun, encouraging camaraderie and team spirit.