LEARN AND GROW IN HORSEMANSHIP
From Saddle to Stable : Develop Your Equine Skills
Equine Studies holds a significant and longstanding place at St Paul’s College, with a proud history of over 50 years in nurturing students into capable, well-rounded horsepeople. Our program equips students with the foundational skills and knowledge to pursue further tertiary training or careers within the equine industry.
Located adjacent to the main College campus, our purpose-built Equine Centre features multiple training arenas, secure tack rooms, day yards, and individual, sheltered agistment paddocks. Students may work with College horses or bring their own.
Our fully accredited instructors bring a wealth of experience and diverse skill sets, allowing them to deliver personalised instruction across a range of disciplines—primarily focused on the Olympic events of dressage, show jumping, and cross-country.
St Paul’s is committed to fostering student passion and potential in equine pursuits through a structured program that combines theoretical learning with practical application. This program serves as a strong foundation for further study or employment in the equine sector.
Stage 5 Equine Studies (Years 9 & 10 Elective)
This course offers an engaging blend of theory and hands-on experiences. Students follow the Equestrian Australia (EA) ENSW Equi-Skills program, working toward certification in Introductory Riding and Horse Management. These credentials form an essential part of the pathway to becoming a nationally accredited EA coach.
Years 7 & 8
- Fortnightly 2 hourly lesson focusing on skill development
- During Semester weekly riding lessons by accredited staff.
- After school (3:30pm - 5:30pm) supervised riding and instructional coaching is available.
Years 9 & 10
- Weekly group riding lessons focusing on skill development within dressage, show jumping, eventing, showmanship and horsemanship.
- Elective Option: incorporate EA Equi-skills
- After school (3:30pm - 5:30pm) supervised riding and instructional coaching is available.
Years 11 & 12
- After school (3:30pm - 5:30pm)
Equine Program content includes (but not limited to)
- English riding disciplines
- Western riding disciplines
- Horesmanship
- Horse husbandry
- Equestrian Australia (EA) Equi-skills program
The holistic approach ensures students gain both the technical skills and knowledge required for well-rounded equestrian proficiency and long-term success in the horse industry.
