
Callaghan Equestrian Centre
π Ohariu, Wellington
Callaghan Equestrian Centre in Ohariu Valley has indoor and outdoor arenas with lessons from age 3 through advanced riders. Show jumping and dressage programmes run six days a week, 25 minutes from Wellington CBD.
It's hard to put in to words how much I appreciate the Callaghan Equestrian Centre. Chelsea, Christine and the team are wonderful, I look forward to every weekend to visit. All the horses are outstanding. They are immaculately cared for, happy and responsive to ride. I have a past riding spooks/bolting but I always feel safe on the Callaghans' horses and love them all. My riding has improved too. It's an absolute dream having Callaghan so close to the city. A 20-minute drive to escape the traffic, spend time with the horses and go for a ride is so good for the soul. Thanks so much.
π Family Action Verdict
Instructors match horses to riders with real care β a three-year-old on Max the pony and an adult building confidence toward trotting are both described with equal warmth. The indoor arena means rain never cancels a lesson.
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π¬ What Families Are Saying
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Amber Woolf
a year ago
βIt's hard to put in to words how much I appreciate the Callaghan Equestrian Centre. Chelsea, Christine and the team are wonderful, I look forward to every weekend to visit. All the horses are outstanding. They are immaculately cared for, happy and responsive to ride. I have a past riding spooks/bolting but I always feel safe on the Callaghans' horses and love them all. My riding has improved too. It's an absolute dream having Callaghan so close to the city. A 20-minute drive to escape the traffic, spend time with the horses and go for a ride is so good for the soul. Thanks so much.β
Thea Xu
10 months ago
βIβve been taking lessons with Luce for about two months now, and sheβs an amazing instructor. Before I started riding with her, I had only done a couple of trekking experiences, but now I'm confidently trotting around the arena. Luce tailors each lesson to the ability, ensuring steady progress every time. She has a sharp eye for detail while also helping improve the overall riding technique in a encouraging way. With every session, I feel more secure and confident in the saddle. Riding is a long-term commitment and Iβm really looking forward to continuing this journey with her.β
Melissa Glynan
2 years ago
βA lovely riding school, Chelsea and her family have renewed the grounds and given it a great tidy up. Chelsea is great with my daughter (9) and provides the right balance of fun and technical skills for each lesson. My daughter also attended the holiday program and it was awesome to hear about the specialists that visited to give the kids a real understanding of what goes into looking after a horse.β
Melanie Galpin
a month ago
βOur three-year-old daughter had an absolute leap fantastic experience riding Max the 18-year-old pony who was a very good boy with her! The riding teacher was a great chap, Very friendly with our daughter and gave her the confidence to have a lovely ride!β
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Overview
Callaghan Equestrian Centre in Ohariu Valley has both an indoor arena and outdoor facilities. Lessons span all levels β a three-year-old joins the pony group, advanced riders work through show jumping and dressage. Instructors tailor each session to the rider's ability. Holiday programmes include specialist visits on horse care. Birthday parties in the indoor arena are available. All horses are well-trained and carefully matched to each rider. Free parking and pram-accessible paths on site.



