Shetland Pony Club, just opposite Parkside School, is an award winning chldren’s Pony Centre. We are excited to offer an exclusive, new after school activity club for the school.
- Do you have a child who dreams of a pony?
- Do you want to get your child away from the screens and out in nature?
- Do you want your child to learn new practical skills of caring for a pony?
- Are you looking for an amazing new club for your child that creates special memories?
Then Parkside Pony Club is for your child.
About Shetland Pony Club
We are an award-winning childrens riding school in Cobham, Surrey, specialising in first pony experiences with Shetland ponies for children. It’s educational and fun and is a great way to introduce your children to ponies and learning in the great outdoors. We have a 5 star animal welfare licence, have DBS checks, child safeguarding and first aid training and have been making pony dreams come true for 18 years.
What you will learn and experience at the club
At our ABRS+ approved riding school, Shetland Pony Club, you will learn how to care for real Shetland ponies in the delightful Surrey Countryside in Cobham – just opposite Parkside School
- Learn pony skills with real Shetland ponies
- Learn to lead a Shetland Pony
- Gain animal caring experience
- Learn natural horsemanship
- Gain ABRS+ Rosette Awards
Typical activities at Parkside Pony Club
Each week you will learn and practice a new pony skill such as:
- Pony brushing
- Picking out hooves
- Putting on a headcollar
- Cleaning tack
- Pony washing
- Paddock care
- Pony feeding
- Pony types and breeds
- Points of the horse
- Saddles and bridles
- Checking if a pony is healthy
- Note this is a pony care only club – THERE IS NO RIDING
How it will help your child
- Regular activity outside in nature with ponies
- Learn responsibility
- Build self-confidence
- Improves your mental and physical well-being
- Gives you a sense of accomplishment
- A great first step towards riding
- It may even lead to a career with animals!
Who can join the Parkside Pony Club?
- Ideal for Parkside School children aged 4-7 (Reception to Year 2)
- Suitable for boys and girls
When is the Club?
Autumn Term 2026
- Starts Tuesday 8 September – Tuesday 8 December 2026
- 3:15pm – 4:00pm
Where is Parkside Pony Club held?
Shetland Pony Club is almost opposite the entrance to Parkside School, off Stoke Road in Cobham, Surrey, on Bluebell Lane, KT11 3PW. Pupils will be escorted to the club with a member of Parkside School staff.
Does my child need special clothes or equipment?
No, just outdoor clothes suitable for the weather are fine. The club is non – ridden, but children will wear hats when learning to care for the ponies. Hats are provided by Shetland Pony Club.
How do I join Parkside Pony Club?
Sign up via the Parkside School Club’s procedure
