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Full Time Equine Courses

Find out more about the courses we offer by searching on our find a course page.

Helping out before and after lessons

We do ask where possible that you assist in the aftercare of your horse or pony. This helps you to develop a bond with the horse and develop your equine husbandry skills.

We run regular training sessions to assist with this; ask in the office for the next dates.

Upcoming Events

Mini Jump Club

Alternate Thursdays @ 18:15pm, starting on 2 October 2025

For riders who have had some experience with jumping and poles, are able to walk and trot confidently, and can canter with some assistance.

Spaces are limited to five riders to ensure individual progression in the session.

£32 on one of our lovely horses, or £20 on your own horse.

To book, or if you have any more questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch by emailing equestriancentre@btc.ac.uk or by calling 01278 655023.

Luigi’s Club

LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE! NEW DAY ADDED (THURSDAYS) for new starters every other week.

Luigi is one of the horses at Bridgwater & Taunton, and he wants to meet you!

Luigi’s Club is open to anyone who has a keen interest in horses and are 11-14 years old (years 7-9 at school). You will need to be able to walk and be capable of rising trot but can have some help.

You will also focus on horse care and key skills, all included in the session. There will be a 35-minute ride, and a 35-minute lecture. You’ll get a taste of the fantastic facilities and expert coaching BTC offers year-round.

Only £20 per session! Payment in advance secures booking. 

Club Luigi for 11-14 years running in term time:

Mondays from 15 September 16:45 – 18:15 (Expert)

Wednesdays from 1 October 16:45-18:15 (Walk and Trot)

Thursdays starting on 2 October 16:45-18:18 (Beginners)

To book, or if you have any more questions, please do not hesitate to get in touch by emailing equestriancentre@btc.ac.uk or by calling 01278 655023.

Days of Closure from June 2025

Please add these dates to your diary for when we are closed over the summer, whether for exams or horse holidays.

• No lessons on 14th, 15th, 18th, 22nd, 25th & 26th of July
• No lessons on the 25th & 26th of August
• No lessons on the 8th & 9th of September
• Wednesday Club Luigi’s last session is on Wednesday 25 June, and will resume on w/c 1 September
• Thursday Club Luigi’s last session is on Thursday 12 June, and will resume on the w/c 18 September.

Horse Holidays

• The yard is closed for Horse Holidays from Monday 25 August – Sunday 31 August
• Normal lessons take place for one week from Monday 1 September – Sunday 7 September
• Yard closes again from Monday 8 September – Saturday 13 September to allow horses to settle into term time.

BHS Events

BHS Silver Challenge Award

Wednesday 16 July, 5.30pm – 8pm

Our integrated training and assessment programme will provide you with the basic principles of horse care and how to safely and efficiently undertake daily tasks. This will include routine grooming, mucking out, bedding down, cleaning and adjusting tack and providing food and water.

Find out more by clicking here.

BHS Changing Lives through Horses (CLTH) Programme

Every Friday in term-time, starting Friday 19 September 2025, from 9.30am – 2pm

For 14-16 year olds. CLTH aims to improve the lives of young people who, for various reasons, may need additional support, are disengaged, or disadvantaged, or at risk of becoming excluded from education.

Using horses as the inspiration for change, the programme provides an alternative and complementary learning environment to mainstream education. The skills developed through the programme meet the requirements of ongoing education and training, employers and participants.

The programme works to develop six key life skills through equestrian activity:

• Communication
• Confidence
• Building relationships
• Teamwork
• Responsibility
• Perseverance.

There are two frameworks – the achieve awards and the explorers’ awards. Both offer horse care and ridden modules. Our bespoke programme at Cannington Equestrian Centre aims students towards integrating into further education in the College and developing further though the BTC Advantage.

One session: £51, Block of 5 Sessions: £229

The session includes a 40-min ride and care session.

BHS Career Training Morning

Every Wednesday

• BHS stage 2/3 Ride (10.30am – 11.30am)
• BHS stage 2/3 Care (11.30am – 12.30pm)
• 50 min ride – £25 per session
• 50 min care – £15 per session

BHS Upcoming Exam Dates

• Stage 1 – Tuesday 15 July 2025
• Stage 2 – Wednesday 16 July 2025
• Stage 2 Teach – Tuesday 22 July 2025
• Stage 3 (Care/Lunge) – Sunday 27 July 2025
• Stage 2 – Thursday 30 October 2025

Commercial Lessons

• Group lessons available on a Monday evening and Sundays
• Private lessons available on Monday, Tuesday evenings / Thursday and Friday afternoon and Sundays
• BHS Stage 2/3 group ride available on Fridays, 13.30-14.30
• Coach Practice available on Friday mornings
• BHS 2 Jump available on alternating Sundays

Current Price Lists

Please note:

• Price list updated May 2025
• Each session is 40 minutes long unless stated otherwise
• Lessons available for those over 11 years of age only.

Group Sessions

• £32 per person
• £30 for College staff and students, NHS and forces

Semi-private Sessions

• £40.50 per person

Private Sessions

• £51 per person
• £35 per person (on own horse)

Private Stable Management Sessions

• £35 per hour session

Hacking and Lunge Training

• Charged at a private rate (contact us for details)

Hire of College Horse for Commercial Activities

• £12

Block Bookings

Save over 10% on a block of 5 sessions!

• Group sessions (college horse) – £140
• Semi-private sessions (college horse) – £182
• Private sessions (college horse) – £229
• Private sessions (own horse) – £157.50

Terms and Conditions

By booking a session at Cannington Equestrian Centre you agree to the cancellation policy:

• At least 24 hours notice of cancellation is required
• Failure to do so will incur the full charge of the lesson fee as will all non-attendees
• Bookings and cancellations can be made in advance on 01278 655023 or by emailing equestriancentre@btc.ac.uk.