Frequently Asked Questions
New to Bath Riding or not sure how everything works? You're probably not the only one! 🐴
Can't find your answer? Email us at su-riding@bath.ac.uk or message us on Instagram @uobath.riding.
🐴 RIDING & LESSONS
1. Do I need my own horse?
No! Horses are provided for our lessons, team training and university competitions.
2. Do I need to be an experienced rider to join?
Not at all. You don't even have to ride to be a member! You can join us for socials, trips, events and polo.
Our weekly group lessons do have a minimum riding requirement.
3. Can complete beginners join the weekly lessons?
Unfortunately, complete beginners cannot join our university group lessons. You must be able to ride independently at trot.
Beginners can still book private lessons or try Rein and Shine's Eventing Simulator.
4. How much are lessons?
Group lesson: £55 including hat and boot hire
Private weekday lesson: £76
Eventing Simulator: £61
There is currently no discount for booking multiple lessons.
5. When and where are the weekly lessons?
Every Wednesday afternoon at Rein and Shine Stables in Swindon, with University of Bath groups at 3pm and 4pm.
You don't have to attend every week. Just book the sessions you want to attend!
6. Is there a maximum rider weight?
Yes. The maximum is 79.3kg including clothing and riding boots.
7. How do I book lessons?
Lessons are booked directly through Rein and Shine. You'll need to create an account, add yourself as a rider and then be added to the private Bath Uni group.
Full prices & booking instructions →
🌟 TASTER SESSIONS
8. When are the Taster Sessions?
Our 2026 Taster Sessions are on Wednesday 14 October at 3pm and 4pm at Rein and Shine Stables.
Sign-ups are opening soon!
Find out more about Taster Sessions →
🏆 TEAMS & TRIALS
9. How many teams do we have?
For 2026/27, we have 1 BUCS Team and 2 Development Teams, all based at Jill Carenza Equestrian in the Cotswolds.
10. What's the difference between BUCS and Development?
BUCS competes in the official university league with the opportunity to qualify for Regionals and Nationals.
Our Development Teams compete in a friendly university league, with four competitions per team throughout the year.
BUCS Team → | Development Teams →
11. When are Team Trials?
Wednesday 7 October at Jill Carenza Equestrian.
👉 SIGN UP FOR TEAM TRIALS HERE
Join the Trials WhatsApp Group →
12. What level do I need for Team Trials?
You should be a confident rider, comfortable riding unfamiliar horses in walk, trot and canter and jumping a course of approximately 80cm.
💙 JOINING THE SOCIETY
13. Do I have to compete or take lessons?
No! Come for the socials, trips, polo, hacks and events instead. You can be as involved as you want.
14. How do I keep up with everything?
Join our WhatsApp Community and follow us on Instagram. This is where we'll announce lessons, socials, trips, competitions and everything else happening throughout the year.
Join our WhatsApp Community →
📸 Follow @uobath.riding →
Products & Payments →
STILL HAVE A QUESTION?
Email us at su-riding@bath.ac.uk or get in touch with one of the committee. We're always happy to help 💙💛