Bonogin Valley Horse Retreat

Satisfy your Child’s horse crave the smart way – “costs less than a month of private horse riding lessons” with The Essential Starter Program to set you up for horse riding success, including 2 Free school holiday Horse Play Days. With over 45 years of experience, we help you build confidence around horses and enjoy a safer, more rewarding journey with them. Too often, we see young riders get hurt because they weren’t set up with the right guidance or the right horse. That’s why we’re here. Led by Debbie Burgermeister — a seasoned horsewoman, competitor, certified coach, trainer, performer in the iconic 2000 Olympic Opening Ceremony, long-time riding school owner (since 2006), and author of Giddy Up Beginner Books — our retreat provides the perfect foundation for anyone starting their horse journey. Children are gently introduced to horse care around the stables — including grooming, handling, saddling, and bridling — along with a taste of riding basics focused on balance. It’s a low-cost, slow-paced way to begin building skills and confidence. We’re passionate about raising the next generation of knowledgeable, sensible, and capable riders — and helping create special memories along the way. As a well-established, family-run horse riding school in a peaceful location near the heart of the Gold Coast, we take pride in the care of our horses (consistently praised in our reviews), and in offering trusted, high-quality experiences backed by maturity and genuine care. We’re here to support your journey with down-to-earth, honest advice — always putting your best interests first. Ask us anything — we’ll help you make informed decisions that won’t cost you the earth.