AL SHAQAB RIDING ACADEMY

Discover the heart of Qatar’s equestrian heritage at Al Shaqab’s Riding Academy, where education meets tradition. With a mission to inspire horsemanship and preserve our rich cultural legacy, we offer a comprehensive curriculum blending riding, theory, and practical stable management. Designed to nurture skilled riders, our programs prepare students for success, whether pursuing local achievements or aiming for international competitions. Scroll down to explore our 2024–2025 programs and embark on a journey of excellence in the art of equestrianism.

Equine Education Programs

 

SUMMER 2025 CHILDREN PONY RIDE (3-5 years old)

This summer program is aimed towards young children between the ages of 3-5 years old. It comprises of 2 riding lessons, twice a week for a duration of the summer, in groups. Each lesson has a 30 minute duration.

Program Date: 1 June to 28 August 2025. Students may select available classes during registration and payment process.

 

Classes will be available in 3 groups:

Group 1: Saturday & Wednesday

Group 2: Sunday & Tuesday

Group 3: Monday & Thursday

 

Riding lessons timing for each group:

3:00 PM – 3:30 PM

3:45 PM - 4:15 PM

4:30 PM -5:00 PM

5:15 PM - 5:45 PM

6:00 PM – 6:30 PM

6:45 PM – 7:15 PM

 

Location: Longines Indoor Arena at Al Shaqab

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The facility is an indoor closed and air-conditioned arena.

 Fees*: QAR 375 per student per week.

*Fees must be paid in full at registration and are non-refundable & non-transferable.

 

 

SUMMER 2025 (6-18 years old)

This program is offered to riders between the ages of 6-18 years old, for all the riding levels interested to learn or to develop their riding skills in preparation for the new season. The activity comprises of three classes per week for a duration of the summer, in groups. Each lesson 45 minutes in duration.

Program Date: 1 June to 28 August 2025. Students may select available classes during payment process,

 

Classes will be available in 2 groups:

Group 1: Saturday & Monday & Wednesday

Group 2: Sunday & Tuesday & Thursday

 

Class Timings

Riding lessons are scheduled in the afternoon from 3:30PM to 8:15 PM.

 

Location: Longines Indoor Arena at Al Shaqab

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The facility is an indoor closed and air-conditioned arena.

Fees*: QAR 750 per student per week.

* Fees must be paid in full at registration and fees are non-refundable & non-transferable.

 

 

SUMMER 2025 LADIES PROGRAM (14 years and above)

This program offers riding classes to ladies exclusively ages 14 and above. The activity comprises of 3 riding lessons given in one week in groups. Each lesson is of 45 minutes duration.

 

Program Date: 1 June to 28 August 2025. Applicants may select available classes during payment process.

 

Classes will be available in 2 groups:

Group 1: Saturday & Monday & Wednesday

Group 2: Sunday & Tuesday & Thursday.

 

Class Timing: 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm, applicant may select their preferred time slot as per the classes’ availability.

 

Location: EED Indoor Arena at Equine Education Department

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The facility is an indoor closed and air-conditioned arena.

 

Applicant might choose to register weekly.

Weekly fees QAR 1050 / per student.

* Fees must be paid in full at registration and fees are non-refundable & non-transferable.

 

 

SUMMER  2025 ADULT GROUP (18 Years old & Above)

This activity is offered to all adults aged 18 and above for riding levels interested to learn or to develop their riding skills in preparation to the new season. The activity comprises, three classes per week for the duration of the summer, in groups.

 

Class Duration: Each lesson is of 45 minutes duration.

Program Dates: 1 June to 28 August 2025. Applicants may select available classes during payment process.

 

Classes will be available in 2 groups:

Group 1: Saturday & Monday & Wednesday

Group 2: Sunday & Tuesday & Thursday

Riding lessons are scheduled in the morning and evening.

 

Location: Longines Indoor Arena at Al Shaqab

Https://goo.gl/maps/CEXmTtPLJptDqMCi9

 

The facility is an indoor closed and air-conditioned arena.

Fees*: QAR 750 per student per week.

*Fees must be paid in full at registration and fees are non-refundable & non-transferable.

 

 

SUMMER 2025 ADULT PRIVATE (18 Years & Above)

This activity is offered for all adults aged 18 and over of riding levels interested to learn or to develop their riding skills in one-to-one lesson. The activity comprises three classes per week for the duration of the summer, individual class, each lesson is of 45 minutes duration.

 

Program Date: 1 June to 28 August 2025. Students may select available classes during payment process

 

Classes will be available in 2 groups:

Group 1: Saturday & Monday & Wednesday

Group 2: Sunday & Tuesday & Thursday

 

Riding lessons are scheduled during the day and as per the available slots.

 

Location: Longines Indoor Arena at Al Shaqab

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The facility is an indoor closed and air-conditioned arena.

Fees*: QAR 1500 per student per week.

Please note this program does not include a private arena.

* Fees must be paid in full at registration and fees are non-refundable & non-transferable.

 

 

SUMMER 2025 ONE - TIME RIDING CLASSES

This one-time riding session is intended to provide an introduction to riding before applying for the monthly Riding Programs.

 

Class timings for this session are conducted during the riding operation and as per the availability for 45 minutes.

 

Fees: QAR 350 group class/ QAR 500 private class.

 

Location: Longines Indoor Arena at Al Shaqab

Https://goo.gl/maps/CEXmTtPLJptDqMCi9

 

*Fees must be paid in full at registration and are non-refundable & non-transferable.

 

 

Equine Assisted Therapy - Program For Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

A specialized program combining therapeutic riding and stable management to enhance social interaction, communication, motor skills, and stress management.

Fees: QAR 1000 per month (8 classes)

 

 

 

Registration Note: *Fees must be paid in full at registration and are non-refundable & non-transferable for all classes

For more information or to enquire about your application, please contact us:

Phone: 44546185

Mobile: 66625379

Email: eeinfo@qf.org.qa

 

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