Young beginners
A reviewer says the coach helped a five-year-old beginner feel comfortable and confident around horses, with noticeable progress in a short time.
Aayan Equestrian Club
Nad Al Sheba
Aayan Equestrian Club is a horse riding school in Nad Al Sheba offering structured lessons alongside outdoor experiences such as beach and desert rides. Reviews also point to a family-friendly setting with clean stables, a playground and horses suited to beginners and progressing riders.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
109 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Family learning
One family has attended for four years, with both children progressing from early lessons towards more advanced desert riding.
Beach rides
Beach rides can work especially well for experienced riders; one visitor said staff made their daughter feel safe riding in the water.
Horse care
Reviews describe the horses as well trained, groomed, bathed and well cared for, including horses used for beach and desert rides.
Clean setting
Visitors have described the stable as clean and well organised, with a relaxed atmosphere and family amenities nearby.
Easy parking
One review specifically mentions easy access, parking and a playground area where children can wait.
Tips for a Better Visit
Confirm pace. Tell the club clearly that you are a beginner and confirm you will not be asked to canter before you are ready.
Check allocation. For a beach ride, ask how many horses are assigned to your group so you know whether riding time will be shared.
Choose experience. Beach rides may suit confident riders better; one customer specifically booked it as a special treat for a confident daughter.
Use parking. If visiting with children, ask about the playground and waiting area; a review mentions easy parking beside it.
Ask options. If you are starting from scratch, ask which lesson format suits you; one visitor found several options for learning horse riding.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Alwarqa
Wadi Alamardi, Dubai
| Mon | 6:00 AM – 8:00 AM, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Tue | 6:00 AM – 8:00 AM, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Wed | 6:00 AM – 8:00 AM, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Thu | 6:00 AM – 8:00 AM, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Fri | Closed |
| Sat | 6:00 AM – 8:00 AM, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Sun | 6:00 AM – 8:00 AM, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Full moon ride
A full moon ride was singled out as an especially memorable evening experience.
Beginners class
The club is used for children’s first lessons, with one family planning to return after a beginners class.
Burgers
One family review recommends trying the burgers while visiting the wider club grounds.
Common Concerns
Trainer conduct
A child’s lesson was described as harsh and inappropriate, leaving the niece discouraged about horses rather than supported as a beginner.
Forced canter
A beginner reported being pushed to canter despite explaining their level, so confirm the lesson pace before riding.
Horse handling
One visitor objected to a trainer hitting a horse hard on the face during a desert ride.
Fence collisions
A review raised repeated fence impacts during a visit and asked the club to address the problem.
Ride sharing
A beach ride review said there were only two horses for five riders, requiring changes about every 20 minutes, and called it expensive.
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The Bottom Line
Aayan Equestrian Club is a Nad Al Sheba riding school where visitors can book beginners’ lessons, progress through regular training, or try outdoor rides. Reviews mention beach rides, desert rides and even a full moon ride, while families describe children moving from first lessons towards more advanced desert riding. That range makes the club more than a one-off photo stop.
The setting gets consistent practical praise: clean, well-organised stables, well-trained horses and a relaxed atmosphere. Families have also mentioned a playground, easy parking and space for children to wait. One review adds coffee, burgers and padel courts, though those extras are not the main reason to come.
Several customers say the horses are groomed, bathed and well cared for. There is an important caveat for beginners and parents. Most trainer feedback is warm and supportive, but other reviews describe harsh treatment, a beginner being pushed to canter, and a trainer hitting a horse hard on the face during a desert ride.
Ask about the trainer, lesson pace and horse handling before booking. For beach rides, also confirm horse allocation: one group reported only two horses for five riders and changing mounts roughly every 20 minutes.