Jolong Park is Melbourne's Premiere, state of the art Equestrian Centre. We are located only 30 minutes from the Melbourne CBD and right at the gateway to the beautiful Mornington Peninsula. Jolong Park has many facets to it. Our Riding School is a fully Accredited Pony Club Australia Centre enabling us to offer a complete Pony Club experience for those students interested in achieving Internationally recognised Certificates and Awards. We have a fabulous team of experienced Riding Coaches who cater for ages from 4 through to adults & with a range of different lesson products to choose from. Jolong Park is proud to offer the services of Australian Grand Prix Dressage rider - Mr Dirk Dijkstra & his expert team. Dirk has a lifetime of experience running Riding Schools, competing, training and breeding. Dirk holds a current FEI World Ranking with his magnificent Imported Dutch Warmblood Stallion AEA Metallic. They continue to compete today at the highest level. Dirk is also an EA Level 3 General Coach and A Level Judge. Set on 150 glorious acres, Jolong Park offers a full Agistment, Spelling and training service, which can be tailored to the owner's individual needs. Our purpose-built Equestrian facilities are second to none. They comprise an Indoor 60 x 20 Dressage Arena with Martin Collins surface and lights for night training/riding, a 60 x 20 Outdoor Arena with Martin Collins surface, 5 Horse Barns with 140 large stables with attached sand yards within & monitored security, full Breeding Stables and Crush, Veterinary Rehab Boxes, two-horse horse walking machines, two large, enclosed sand roll yards, 88 large individual grass post and rail paddocks with shelters. We are also fortunate to present a 2200 metre manicured grass training track with a full sand track running alongside it. The tracks offer our clients the unique opportunity to ride and train their horses in a completely traffic-free environment in the most idyllic setting. Jolong Park is supported by a highly professional Administration team behind the scenes which are there to help and guide their customers to the very best of their ability. Jolong Park is an enterprise that strongly advocates safety as its' highest priority, horse welfare, inclusiveness, kindness, riders from all walks of life, and all parts of the the world. Office hours are currently Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 5pm, and ample on-site parking is available at all times.
It is important to note that we are currently operating under the Australian Government health and safety guidelines with respect to COVID-19.
Our Hot weather policy states that when the temperature as shown on the BOM weather app reaches 35.1 degrees we will cancel all lessons until the temperature drops to 35.0 or below.
Due to health and welfare of our horses, staff and clients at the forefront of our minds always.
No matter what the weather forecast is (winter or summer), please be sure you are wearing appropriate clothing pants/leggings, appropriate horse riding boots (Heeled shoes/boots) (No Runners) and an approved Equine Helmet. We highly recommend all Horseland Stores.
Features
Services provided by the business
- Competitive training
- Courses for beginners
- Dressage
- Riding for children
- Riding for elderly
- Riding for young
- Riding lessons for adults
- Riding lessons for special groups
- Show jumping
- Accomodation
- Animal farm
- Dressing room
- Lounge
- Parking
- Shop
- Wi-Fi
- Boxes with full Boarding/Livery/Agistment
- Boxes with half Boarding/Livery/Agistment
- Indoor school
- Indoor stables
- Outdoor arena
- Outdoor stables
- Paddock
- Shed
- Trotting track
- Walker
- Special events
- Stable days for school children
- Tourism and travel related services
Personnel
You will be served by
Dirk Dijkstra
Manager Hopoti pageStephanie Wong
Head Instructor Hopoti pageS.T
Managing Director Hopoti pageJolong Park
Booking Officer Hopoti pageCarol
Bookkeeper Hopoti pageTracey Rodgers
Instructor Hopoti pageCeleste Cordner-Loff
Instructor Hopoti pageKathryn Brewster
Instructor Hopoti pageGabriella Page
Instructor Hopoti pageAnna Sudholz
Instructor Hopoti pageOlivia baker
Instructor Hopoti pageLily Rowlands
Instructor Hopoti pageRachael French
Instructor Hopoti pageRules
Businesses own rules and practices
For our Riding Lesson Students:
On arrival go to Gate 2, 128 River End Road, Bangholme 3175. The code to the gate is 2010.
As a result of the COVID-19 Pandemic, Jolong Park will be operating under strict health and safety protocols and as such you will be required to sign a Waiver upon arrival for your lesson - stating that to the very best of your knowledge you are in good health, have no symptoms of the Corona Virus and have not been in contact with anyone who has the Virus. You will be asked to wash your hands with hand sanitiser when you arrive at the School and practice Social Distancing at all times. The health and safety of our Staff and Clients are our top priority at all times.
In booking and paying for your lesson at Jolong Park via Hopoti, you are agreeing to be in good health, free of any Cold or Flu-like symptoms and nil exposure to a Positive Covid-19 case to the best of your knowledge.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS FOR RIDING:
1. You must bring your own current, safety approved, Equine Riding Helmet (must be purchased from an Equine Retail outlet or we have a small range of helmets available for sale in the Jolong Park Office). The Helmet cannot be a bicycle, motorbike, skateboard, snow skiing or any other type of helmet....#incorrecthelmetnoride
2. You must have your own pair of gloves (we have a supply of gloves in our office for sale).
3. You must have the appropriate footwear - Approved Horseback Riding Boots (No Runners). We highly recommend purchasing from all Horseland Stores.
4 . Dress Attire
Long pants like jeans, breeches, or jodhpurs.
no scarves, no singlet tops, no shorts.
5. At Jolong Park the health of our horses is paramount. Please note that our maximum weight for riders is a fit 85Kg. If you have any doubt, please call us.
On Arrival
Due to Covid-19, we have implemented a new 'checking in' procedures when you arrive at Jolong Park for your lesson. You will need to allow an additional 15 minutes prior to your lesson start time to go to the office first to "Check-In". This will involve a personal 'Gear Check' ( face mask, helmet, gloves and boots) and a Temperature Check.
The toilet is a portable next to the arena, it will be open for your use which on the premises.
Under the current COVID-19 restrictions, only one support person is permitted to accompany the riding student and it is recommended that you leave the property as soon as your lesson is complete to minimise the possibility of being exposed to any germs.
Parking is strictly in the carpark as you enter Jolong Park and is directly on the left-hand side of the roadway as you enter. You then are able to walk to the indoor school which is to the right with the big green roof.
Should you require any further clarification or have any further enquiries, please don’t hesitate to contact the Jolong Park Office 9776 3184 and we will be very happy to assist.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS, INDEMNITY & WAIVER
1. Jolong Park Pty Ltd ("Jolong Park") provides horse and pony rides, riding lessons, equine education and related school holiday programs ("Activities") from its' location at 128 Riverend Road, Bangholme, Victoria.
I, and any person in my care under my control including minors under the age of 18 understand and acknowledge that horse riding is a dangerous activity and that horses can act in a sudden and unpredictable (changeable) way, especially if frightened or hurt.
I understand and acknowledge that serious injury or death may result from horse riding activities. I agree that I ride/participate at my own risk.
I agree and understand the dangers associated with the consumption of alcohol or any mind-altering drugs before participating in any horse-related activity and I take full responsibility for any injury, loss or damage associated with the consumption of these substances. I agree not to drink alcohol or take drugs prohibited by law whilst riding.
I hereby agree that any photos taken at Jolong Park can be used for Jolong Park advertising purposes and any Jolong Park Social Media platforms.
Conduct
I agree to wear a fully approved Australian Safety Standard Helmet (SEI Certified) at all times whilst riding a horse at Jolong Park and agree that I am solely responsible for ensuring that I wear such a suitable helmet at all times whilst riding and take sole responsibility for my actions.
I, for myself and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal representatives and next of kin, hereby release and hold harmless and agree not to sue Jolong Park, its employees or other participants (all of whom are referred to as Releasees’) with respect to any and all injury, disability, death or loss or damage to person or property, whether caused by the negligence of the releasee or otherwise.
*********Effect of this Document**********
I understand that my signature to this document constitutes a complete and unconditional release of all liability of the proprietors of the Releasees, to the greatest extent allowed by law in the event of me and /or the children under my care, suffering injury or death.
*********Conditions of riding in the indoor*********
Pass riders approaching in opposite direction left hand to left hand
Riders in walk give right of way
Diagonal changes/lateral work have right of way
Horses behaving in a dangerous manner will be removed from the arena
When entering the arena make others aware by calling "Door Free"
If you are paying to use Jolong Park facilities, all manure is to be picked up after your ride. Shovels and Bins are provided in many locations around the property for your use.
Contact
From time to time we might be busy with customers or horses. Please leave us a text message and we will return your call as soon as we are able to. Please note that our office hours are:
Monday - Closed
Tuesday - 10am - 5pm
Wednesday - 10am - 5pm
Thursday - 10am - 5pm
Friday - 10am - 5pm
Saturday - 10am - 5pm
Sunday - Closed
Thank you.
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1 x Private Lesson 30 minutes
1 x Private Lesson 45 minutes
1 x Semi Private Lesson (2 Riders), 45 minutes
1 x Semi Private Lesson (3 Riders), 45 minutes
1 x Group Lesson (1 hour), Advanced+
1 x Equine Therapy Program 30 minutes
1 x Equine Therapy Program 45 min
1 x School Holiday Program (6 hours No Experience)
1 x School Holiday Program (4 hours Beginner+)
1 x Jolong Pony Club (Sunday, 3 hours)
3 x School Holiday Program (6 hours No Experience)
5 x Private Lesson 30 minutes
5 x Private Lesson 45 minutes
5 x Semi Private Lesson (2 Riders), 45 minutes
5 x Semi Private Lesson (3 Riders), 45 minutes
5 x Group Lesson (1 hour), Advanced+
5 x Galloway Group (1.5 hour) Basic Skills
5 x Equine Therapy Program, 30 minutes
5 x Jolong Pony Club (Sunday, 3 hours)
5 x School Holiday Program Discounted offer (6 hours)
10 x Private Lesson 30 minutes
10 x Private Lesson 45 minutes
10 x Semi Private Lesson (2 Riders), 45 minutes
10 x Semi Private Lesson (3 Riders), 45 minutes
10 x Group Lesson 1 hour, Basic/Advanced+
10 x Galloway Group (1.5 hour) Basic Skills
10 x Equine Therapy Program, 30 minutes
10 x Equine Therapy Program, 45min
10 x School Holiday Program (6 hours No Experience)
10 x School Holiday Program (4hours Beginner+)
10 x School Holiday Program (4hours Basic+)
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