In Islam, teaching children to ride a horse is prescribed, as well as learning to swim and shooting a bow and arrow. There are several ranches around Jeddah where riding lessons are offered. Trio Ranch not only has stables, but a clubhouse, and golf and tennis too. Although it is geared toward youngsters, women can also ride here, abaya-free and feeling the wind in their hair. However most Saudi women do not participate, since ranchhands are men. If you’re in Jeddah and interested in taking advantage of what Trio Ranch has to offer, their number is 02-628-1525.
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could u pls tell me from which age groups are allowed to come…also the fee structure???
would be glad….!!!
Sorry but I don’t have this information.
all ages are allowed to come
Hi’
Can you please give me directions to reach Trio Ranch? I called the ranch but can not understand the directions given by attendent. All me attempts to reach trio ranch failed. Do you have a map?
Thanks
Asif Zaheer
U am at a different riding school – Al Aseel Equestrian Center – and attach a map to our stables. We should be happy to see you there. My number is on the map. Judy Houry
Salam Aleykoum
Im a woman 26years old, im coming in jeddah in few weeks for 1year
Can you please let me know how much is the fee for ride 3time per week?
Thanks
I don’t really have that information, but you can call them once you arrive.
For Anna : when you come to Jeddah, do come and join us at Open Skies Therapeutic Riding for the Handicapped to help us with the horses and kids. It is great fun as well as being very rewarding – and takes little of your time. We are based at the Al Aseel Equestrian Center where you can also ride.
Contact us at this email for further information and Welcome to Jeddah. openskiesjeddah@gmail.com
Judy Houry
Thanks, Judy – I need to come and check out your place one of these days…
The last part was a dare, sorry for acting stupiid 😛
Hello. I have been wanting to start horseback riding, can someone email me the details please. My mother is a very good rider so it’s not like im starting from scratch. And also, what exactly is the name of this place? Al Aseel or Trio Ranch? Thanks
hey…
Would you mind helping me with the information of fees that trio ranch demands??
is this only for women, or are also men invited?
I can send a map of Al Aseel. We also have a footbal pich, and cafeteria. But we are more into riding than social stuff. Plus, of course, my Open Skies project – riding for the handicapped.
Thanks, Judy! A map would be great. Do you have any more details about the Equestrian Festival?
please can u send me a map of the place?
Where is the Al Aseel Equestrian Center located in Jeddah? There is going to be a Jeddah Equestrian Festival held there from the 4rth to the 8th of January 2011 and the location was not clear.
I know where it is, but I can’t describe the location/ I’ll see if I can get some good directions for you.
Hello Everyne. Yes, there is a very srng therapeutic riding center in Jeddah, at Al Aseel Equestrian Center. I am the qualified instructor. We have nearly 40 riders a week. We shall be restarting as soon as the weather is better. I have 7 specially trained horses. We have about 50 volunteers but always welcome new ones. You need no expertise – we show you everything and it’s great fun. Please feel free to call me on 0503 607 616. Our riders only pay if they can afford to and about 60% ride free.
Judy–how wonderful and admirable. I taught swimming to the physically challenged through Rotary International in Canada, and discovered (though didn’t participate in) Riding for the Disabled in Hong Kong. So worthwhile to give all children the value of these sports! Kudos!
Hi mama
Sorry about this: please get in touch with Mrs. Mbori +254 722 695768 or +254 732 822120
Kind regards,
Festus
How on earth did you find this Festus?!! Yes I have been in touch with Monica and a couple of he girls. I am so devastated – I didn’t even know there was a problem. Thank you so much for contacting me.
Salaama sana Mama Judy
I guess in a monarchical type dictatorship such things as learning to ride, etc., can be proscribed. I don’t understand why learning to shoot a bow and arrow would be important, though.
Another interesting look at Saudi life, Susie!
Well, I guess you have to consider how long ago the Koran was written, and take into account that day and age. This Islamic teaching is somewhat outdated in today’s world.
Hi susie…
Its too late but i thought i should reply
First of all we muslims dont belive that the koran is a written book…but its a holy book from God…same as u consider the holy bible and the holy book of jewish taorah
Second in islam we r advised to teach our kids how to swim, horse riding and bow and arrow…this is not literally it meant to teach them to know self-defense ….
And swimming and horse ridding because it was the sports known back then…
By the way this is not mentioned in koran its from the taught of our messenger Mohamed ….as u know its hundred of years ago so he cant say teach ur kids karate or any other self defense sport….he meant to raise muslims kids on playing sports and not only one but many whatever is available and suitable…
he said what people back then can understand …and its our jobs now as muslim to understand the core of his statements according to our time now…
Any way i hope i didn’t bother u by my talk
And thanks for ur effort in the page
Thanks for the clarifications, Doa.
oh my god the horses are lovly
but i dont get why the women in saudi arabia dont like hanging out with men :s
Women and men are totally separated in this society – there is no dating, mingling, etc. Women are completely covered in black tents, including their hair, when out in public. This is the way they are raised.
So interesting what you write here. I never knew that (am I repeating myself?)
I’d love to ride beautiful horses like these.
Do you have any therapeutic riding centers there?
Sorry for the delay in answering, but I honestly don’t know if there are any therapeutic riding centers. Somehow I don’t think so…
Hi Dina, I’m replying to your question about therapeutic riding centers. Where I live in Jeddah there is a therapeutic riding center where I volunteered at called open skies. It’s for children with a wide range of disabilities. It was at a ranch called al aseel equestrian center and is run by a lady called Judy Houry. I don’t have her number with me but I can find out for you if your still interested. I hope this isn’t too late.
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Thank you so much!!! I’m flattered.
All beautiful animals. Did you ride this time?
Unfortunately, no I didn’t! I don’t have proper footwear…
I used to take lessons there!! 🙂
Cool! The place still looks great.
Well, I can understand that need to learn to ride a horse a hundred years ago…but…
What about camels? Are they required to learn to ride a camel?
Fascinating stuff about a culture that I have a hard time comprehending…
no i dont think they have to i read once in a website that they only have to ride horses
Learn something here everyday. Thank you.