Ryans Ranch Equestrian Park and Retreat

Welcome to Ryan's Ranch Equestrian Park and Retreat, a top horse riding school, horse trainer, and horseback riding service located in Lara, Australia. With a focus on providing exceptional experiences for both riders and their equine partners, Ryan's Ranch offers a range of services and programmes for riders of all ages and abilities.

Whether you're a beginner looking to learn the basics of horse riding or an experienced equestrian seeking to improve your skills, Ryan's Ranch has the expertise and resources to meet your needs. Our qualified instructors are dedicated to creating a safe and supportive learning environment, ensuring that each lesson is tailored to the individual goals and abilities of our clients. We specialise in kids' lessons and nervous riders, understanding the unique challenges and fears that can arise when pursuing a passion for horse riding.

At Ryan's Ranch, we pride ourselves on our well-trained school horses, who are not only skilled at their craft but also love sharing their knowledge with riders. Our instructors continuously enhance their teaching skills through ongoing training, ensuring that they provide the highest quality instruction to our students. We believe that learning never stops, and our commitment to growth and improvement is reflected in the experiences we offer.

In addition to our horse riding lessons and training programmes, Ryan's Ranch also offers a range of other services. We provide NDIS approved programmes and equine therapy sessions, utilising the powerful connexion between horses and humans to promote holistic healing and personal growth. Our term 3 equine therapy programme is currently in progress, and holiday programmes will be available from September 18th to the 25th, excluding weekends.

For those seeking quality horse agistment, Ryan's Ranch offers a friendly and supportive environment. Our facilities include an outdoor arena, an indoor arena, a round yard, a swimming dam, an obstacle course, and a grass show jumping arena. Cross country jumps will soon be added to further enrich the riding experience. Whether you're a competitive equestrian or simply enjoy leisurely rides, our facilities provide everything you need for an enjoyable and enriching time with your horse.

We also cater to adult riders through our Adult Riding Club. If you don't own a float but still want to participate, no worries we've got you covered. Our HRCAV affiliated club holds one rally per month on the grounds, featuring quality instructors who provide guidance and support. Our club is designed for riders who prefer a smaller, no-working-bee or volunteer hours commitment.

We also organise additional events such as clinics and freshman days, as well as social gatherings where you can connect with fellow horse enthusiasts.

Ryan's Ranch Equestrian Park and Retreat is more than just a horse riding school it's a retreat where adventure, sightseeing, and relaxation meet. Our comfortable two-bedroom cottage offers a peaceful and rejuvenating environment to unwind after a busy week. Sit back and enjoy the farm-fresh air on the veranda, curl up on the couch with a movie, or take a leisurely stroll around the grounds to observe our equine friends in their natural habitat. If you're seeking a more action-packed weekend, you can take a dip in the swimming dam or try your hand at rowing the boat.

Ryan's Ranch also offers off-property adventures for those looking to explore the surrounding area. Within a short distance, you'll find attractions such as Adventure Park (34 kms), Fairy Park (20 kms), Werribee Zoo (35 kms), and Elcho Park. These attractions offer a variety of activities, from adventure rides to wildlife encounters, ensuring that there's something for everyone to enjoy.

At Ryan's Ranch Equestrian Park and Retreat, we are dedicated to providing an unforgettable experience for all our clients. Whether you're seeking horse riding lessons, equine therapy, or serviced accommodation, we have you covered. Join us and embark on an exciting journey of horsemanship, personal growth, and connexion with nature. Book your horse riding lessons or therapy sessions today, and discover the joy and thrill of riding at Ryan's Ranch.