Welcome to Horse Riding
About Us
Leeds University Union Horse Riding Club is a friendly group that caters for compete beginners through to advanced riders and everyone in-between! Whether you have never sat on a horse, compete regularly, or just want to meet new people, LUUHRC can offer something to new and existing members!
We ride at TLE Equestrian, which has an indoor and two outdoor arenas as well as many different horses and ponies to suit every rider. Transport is provided from the Parkinson steps to the riding centre and back via Uber.
Lessons
Lessons run on a Wednesday (2pm). Please meet at Parkinson's steps at 1pm to ensure you don't miss the transport.
We have lessons for riders of different capabilities. You will be assessed when you first arrive at the yard to ensure you get the most out of your lesson! Lessons cater to those who have never ridden a horse, to those who can canter and jump. Trial lessons are available for non-beginners.
Click here for the sign-up form for lessons. Lessons must be paid for in advance.
Teams
Teams are aimed at experienced riders who can ride a prelim-novice test and jump a course of 80cm. You will ride a variety of horses and must be confident in getting on a new horse! We have four teams where you will compete against other universities in dressage and showjumping on a randomly allocated horse. We run separate training sessions for team members to focus on dressage tests, jumping, and more!
Team riders have the opportunity to qualify for regional and national events, and each team will compete in 3-5 competitions throughout the year.
Teams are selected at the beginning of the year. To be considered for teams, you must attend Flat Trials first, where you will ride a few different horses. From then, you may be invited to our Mock Competition run in BUCS style where you will do a dressage test and a showjumping round on 2 different horses which is based on style and your ability to adapt to a new horse.
To sign up for flat trials, please click the link: LUUHRC Teams Registration (google.com) and buy a Flat Trials ticket in products, which will become available soon. Mock competition tickets can also be bought on Engage after Flat Trials.
Team training is held in small groups of 4-5 people. Training every 2 weeks is compulsory for all team riders, and you must be able to commit to Wednesday BUCs competitions. You are also required to help at two events (competitions or GIAGs)
Socials
Social memberships are available for those who do not want to ride but would like to get involved in our socials and events. This allows you to attend our socials such as Mischief, Otley Run, bowling, laser tag and quiz nights! Socials are a great way to meet our members. We have many members that don't ride but are still an invaluable part of our society.
Prices
Membership - £63.50 (includes personal accident insurance)
Semester 2 Membership: £28.50 (includes personal accident insurance)
Social Membership - £10
Lessons:
- £27.50 (single lesson)
- £125 (block of 5 lessons, £25 per lesson)
Team Lessons (Invitation Only):
- Driver - £16
- Non-driver - £20
Please note: Membership must be bought before attending lessons unless you are attending a Give it a Go, this is to ensure you are insured. Membership is non-refundable unless you have never attended a lesson or social.
LUUHRC TERMS AND CONDITIONS 2024-2025:
- Single lessons are refundable, given they have not been booked/used or missed
- Blocks are non-refundable and expire within the same academic year in June/the last lesson date; no refunds will be given for any unused lessons. Please use block lessons up by May and then buy individual lessons due to lessons ending when demand ends. Please contact the treasurer with any queries.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you book the right date, time and turn up to the Uber on time. We cannot give refunds to missed lessons for these reasons or any health reasons unless 48h notice is given to the lessons organiser.
Any questions can be sent to:
Instagram: @luuhorseriding
Facebook: @Leeds University Union Horse Riding Club
Email: luuhrc@hotmail.com
Check out our socials for updates and information on events, socials and more!
We look forward to you joining our club. Happy riding!
