Why Chidlow Estate Is More Than a Riding School – The Boutique Equestrian Experience
Welcome to Chidlow Estate—Perth Hills’ premium boutique riding academy and equine wellness centre, where every rider is treated like a VIP and every horse is cared for like royalty.
We’re thrilled to launch our new website, designed to give you easier access to bookings, programs, and the full Chidlow experience. But beyond the screens and the paddocks, there’s something truly special about what we offer—and it’s time the world knew.
We’re Not Just a Riding School
At Chidlow Estate, we’re not focused on quantity. We’re here for quality, connection, and confidence-building.
Unlike large commercial riding schools, our academy offers a bespoke experience for each rider—whether you’re a complete beginner, a returning adult, or a young rider chasing competition goals.
Every session is calm, considered, and deeply personalised.
So, What Makes Us Different?
Our Boutique, Private Facilities
70x30m private main arena
Two round yards for liberty and groundwork
Exclusive private forest trail
Cleanliness, safety, and comfort—second to none
Our Thoughtful, Progressive Teaching
Our coaches aren’t just instructors—they’re professional horse trainers who understand both rider and horse. You'll receive guidance in:
Groundwork
Dressage foundations
Jumping, cavaletti & eventing
Liberty and confidence-building
Our Education Beyond the Saddle
We don’t just teach riding. We teach horsemanship, emotional regulation, leadership, and resilience—especially for our youth and equine therapy clients.
Equine Therapy That Changes Lives
Our equine therapy sessions support individuals navigating grief, anxiety, stress, burnout, or simply seeking a reset.
Led by our equine psychologist and practitioner, sessions include:
Breathwork & mindfulness
Connection with therapy horses
Groundwork in a safe, supportive environment
Optional small group formats
No horse experience is required—just an open heart.
Our Signature Offerings
Here’s a quick look at what you can explore at Chidlow Estate:
Private Lessons – Beginner to advanced, youth to adult
Group Lesson- social + learn in a group setting
Equine Therapy – 1:1 or group support sessions
Saddle Club – 6-week youth horsemanship program (ages 10–15)
Trail Rides – Forest rides to stop, prop and reset
Corporate Retreats – Leadership, equine therapy & team building including breathwork and sound healing
Horse Training – Onsite or mobile from groundwork, dressage, float training to jumping
Pony Experiences – Tiny Tots & Discovery rides and equine experiences for ages 2–8
Local, Heart-Led, and Family Owned
Located in the Perth Hills, Chidlow Estate is a family-owned equestrian centre built on care, community, and connection. Our riders become part of the family—and our horses are central to everything we do.
Ready to Experience the Chidlow Difference?
Whether you're looking to reconnect with horses, gift your child their first saddle experience, or take your riding to the next level, we’re here to guide you—step by step, breath by breath, hoofbeat by hoofbeat.
Explore our new website, view our programs, or DM us to chat about where to start.
Chidlow Estate – Boutique Riding Academy & Equine Wellness WA
Where horses change lives, and every rider matters.
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