About
Portmore Equestrian Centre, located in Craigavon, is a horse riding school that offers top-quality facilities and training for both beginners and experienced riders. Owned and operated by Chantal and Rafael Suarez, the centre has been serving the equestrian community since 2002.
The centre boasts the first indoor arena in Portmore, which was launched in 2002. Over the years, new facilities have been added, including internationally-sized indoor and outdoor arenas. These arenas provide ample space for riders to practise and compete in various disciplines. Chantal, who has competed in show jumping across the United Kingdom, is responsible for managing all competitions and schedules at the centre.
Rafael, an accomplished international course designer, designs challenging and educational courses that cater to the specific skills and abilities of each horse and rider combination.
Visitors to Portmore Equestrian Centre will be warmly greeted by Seamus Kane, a well-known figure at the centre. Seamus started the centre with Chantal's equine interest in mind and takes great pride in seeing the centre continue to grow under the expert management of the next generation. In addition to the core team, the centre also employs other hard-working individuals on a weekly basis to ensure smooth operation of the shows.
The centre hosts weekly competitions, including Tuesday night horse shows, Friday night pony shows, and unregistered horse and pony jumping on Saturdays. Sunday is reserved for registered horse jumping, with classes starting at 80 cm at the beginning of the year and increasing to 90 cm in the summer. Portmore also hosts seasonal two, three, and four-day registered championship shows for both horses and ponies, attracting competitors and sponsors from across the country.
The international arena at Portmore Equestrian Centre is hailed as the best in Ireland. With a size of 70m × 32m and an Andrew Bowen Wax fibre surface, the arena provides an exceptional riding experience. The centre also offers indoor and outdoor warm-up arenas to cater to the needs of riders and their horses.
To stay updated on upcoming shows and events at Portmore Equestrian Centre, visitors can sign up for the newsletter or follow the centre on social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube. The centre's website, created by www. Themarketingdeptni. Com, provides detailed information about the centre's facilities, competitions, and contact details.
Whether you are a competitor or a spectator, Portmore Equestrian Centre invites you to experience their top-notch facilities, well-designed courses, and warm hospitality. The centre's dedicated team is eagerly waiting to welcome you and make your visit a memorable one.
