Terms & Conditions

All riders must register on Hopoti.

• I understand that riding at any standard has inherent risk and that all horses may react unpredictably on occasions and I may fall off and could be injured. I accept that risk.
• I understand that the riding school may refuse my request to ride for safety and operational reasons.
• I understand that instructions are given for my safety and agree to follow instructions given to me by staff and instructors at the riding school.
• I understand I should discuss any concerns I may have, including allocation of horse or instructor, with the centre.
• I understand that wearing a correctly secured riding hat, that meets current safety standards, may reduce the severity of an injury.
• I agree I will always wear the riding hat whilst riding, or on other occasions as requested by the Centre.
• I understand that the riding school will make decisions based on information I give them and agree to always be honest and volunteer information about:
  – my abilities and riding experience
  – any previous riding accidents
  – any medical condition(s) which may affect my ability to ride
• I understand that children can be at particular risk around horses and agree that I will keep any I am responsible for, under close supervision when they are not being instructed by the centre.
• Minimum of 24 hours’ notice of cancellation required to avoid cancellation fee of full lesson cost. 48 hours for Saturday lessons.