Hyderabadis saddle up for connection and care

In Hyderabad, horse riding is more than just a sport. It is a growing community experience rooted in passion, history, and connection. From horse tours through historic sites to fitness routines, people across all age groups, from children to senior citizens, are discovering the joy of riding and building meaningful bonds with horses.‘We are a growing community united by a shared love for horses’Our students range in age from six to sixty and are part of a growing riding community built on passion and discipline. They train across disciplines like Hacks, Polo, Dressage, and Show Jumping. We host international polo competitions and run camps throughout the year. What makes it special is that it’s not limited to academy students. Anyone who is interested can take part.

It’s more than just riding. It is a space where people connect, grow, and share their love for horses.— Reaz Ahmed, secretary Hyderabad Polo & Riding Club.

‘Exploring heritage sites & tech corridors on morning rides is truly enriching’Cross-country rides through places like Golconda Fort and the Qutub Shahi Tombs are like a journey into the past, with stories of soldiers training and riding into battle woven into the experience.

It’s a way to experience history in motion. In the quieter hours of morning or evening, small groups ride through parts of the city like Hitec City, Durgam Cheruvu, and Gachibowli.—Mohd Abdul Wahab, president and chief trainer, Hyderabad Horse Riding School

Horse riding teaches you to balance both body and mind because you’re working with a powerful, sensitive animal, not a machine. Each horse has its own temperament. I believe if you can control a horse, you can control your life. That moment when the horse trusts and responds to you is a great feeling– Sashidhar Mudigonda, IT professional‘Beginners or experts, everyone finds fitness and bonding in riding’We see people from all walks of life, from 7 to even 74 years old, coming in with a sense of curiosity about horse riding.

Many, especially senior citizens, always wanted to try but never had the chance. Here, they finally do. Whether someone is just starting out or already at an advanced level, riding becomes a unique blend of fitness and bonding. Our camps and riding programs held throughout the year offer a welcoming space where the community comes together to explore, connect, and grow with horses.

-Mohd Munaf Taufeeq, co-founder and chief trainer, Champions Horse Riding

What I enjoy most is learning to control the horse through different stages like walk, trot and canter, across varied terrains such as hills and roads, which makes it more exciting. But riding is just one part of it. The real joy lies in building a connection with the horse, learning to care for them, grooming, feeding and even fitting the horseshoe – Tarang S, MBBS studentMy 7-year-old son has been training for two years now. We wanted him to take up a physical activity that also nurtures empathy, and horse riding felt like the perfect fit. He was hesitant at first but gradually developed both skill and a strong bond with horses. Now, he can even sense the horse’s mood just by observing the position and movement of its ears– Monalisa Sharan- Biswajit Talukdar