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Training Show
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28 February 2010
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Athenry Equestrian Centre is located just north of Dainfern on the R511. It is in the heart of horse country, a short drive from Johannesburg or Pretoria. Athenry prides itself on its friendly atmosphere, personal attention and well looked after horses, making it the ideal yard for a beginner or a competitive rider. It is in close walking distance of Inanda Country Base (on horseback) and close driving distance of Kyalami Equestrian Park, Burlington Stable Yard and many other top competitive yards. This, along with shows held at Athenry, allows for competition at all levels.
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We have purchased the property next our old location at the old Riversands stable yard, and have built a brand new stable yard and riding school. The yard was officially opened at a small trial training show on 13 February 2005 with great success. The school is moving from strength to strength and we have welcomed many new riders, local as well a riders from all over the world. We continue to offer riding lessons, livery, friendly relaxed atmosphere and outstanding outrides.
Stabling and Facilities
Stabling 

T
he brick stables have barn doors, are well ventilated, and padded with clean sawdust. Horses are groomed every day, and then put out to pasture in individual or group paddocks. They are fed three times a day, and spend most of their day in the paddocks with abundant access to water and grazing. The stable manager and grooms live on site to ensure that the horses are always safe. A horse box is available. The stables and yard overlook the beautiful Riversands Farm.
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Facilities 
tack room
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acilities at Athenry include a large sand jumping arena, warm up arena, dressage arena, lunge ring and a jumping race. The jumping arena is well stocked with jumping equipment. The dressage arena is floodlight. There is also a secure tack room, and electric fencing around the property. Ablution facilities are also available.
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Lessons and Shows
Lessons 
Lunge Lesson
Experienced and qualified instructors are ready to teach anyone from absolute beginners to A grade showjumpers. Ingrid is a SANEF certified instructor and specialises in jumping, eventing, and dressage. Various other instructors help out from time to time.
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Shows
Annelie Viva
Athenry holds regular training showjumping shows during which we strive to recreate the look and feel of graded shows in terms of equipment and organization.
Preparations and upgrades are under way to register as a GHS Graded Venue during 2010.
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Outrides and Riders

Outrides
Outride
Riversands Farm, located across the road from the stables, allow for beautiful outrides for Athenry members only. We have permission to use the Farm, which has a beautiful dam, and many cross country jumps. Outrides are not available for 'non-riders'. Once you have had a few lessons, you are welcome to join us!
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Riders
Juniors
Athenry accommodate Adult, Junior and Child riders and we have riders from all walks of live and from all over the world. We encourage all riders to experience all aspects of riding, but although we are a competitive yard, we acknowledge and support each rider preference, be it jumping, dressage or just hacking.
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