Ponderosa Farm and Equestrian Centre

Bog Walk

Ponderosa Farm and Equestrian Centre was founded in 1967 and is situated on the Linstead bypass in Bog Walk, St. Catherine. Through the years many riders have been a part of the Wates family. Mrs. Betty Wates (Mothers) is a top coach in Jamaica and has been a long standing representative of the EJF to the FEI – she serves a member of their nomination committee.

Contact Info

Betty Wates (876)382-4614

Kingston Polo Club & Equestrian Centre

Kingston

KPCEC is one of the longest continuous Equestrian Education centres in the Caribbean. It is proud to be the home of Jamaica’s top Equestrians – Polo playing , Show Jumping, Eventing, Dressage and Pleasure riding. We have continually produced top Polo Players, Top Jockeys and Jamaica’s winning riders here and abroad. The mixture of Polo days and Equestrian competitions make for a wonderful tapestry of horse persons, from all walks of life and from all over the globe, who all love the HORSE, and love to have FUN.

It has had a consistent standard of teaching and coaches over many years. Jamaican, British, Colombian, Argentinean , American, Belgian and Dutch coaches have shared their knowledge and skill with many Equestrians here at the Club. We pride ourselves on the high standard of coaching, the continuity and unending commitment to make all riders, horses and grooms the best the can be.

Hyde Riding Academy

Kingston

Hyde Riding Academy is owned & operated by Julian Hyde and currantly located at the Kingston Polo Club & Equestrian Centre at Caymanas St.Catherine.   

The program at Hyde Riding Academy is carefully guided by FEI level 2 coach Julian Hyde. Students are taught essential horsmanship skills that put the rider and horses safety first.

As our students advance, they have the opportunity to participate in training camps and competions both locally and overseas.

We also offer adult lessons and trail rides which are a good way to connect and experience the horses.

Hyde Riding Academy is open all year round.

Contact: Julian Hyde (876)805-5338

St. Ann Polo Club & Equestrian Center

Drax Hall

First established in 1882, the St. Ann Polo Club & Equestrian Centre moved to its current location at Drax Hall in 1905. Many of the Annual Jamaica Polo Association’s tournament’s are hosted there as it is the central point for the players based in Kingston and Montego Bay.  In 1995 Yvonne Melville formalized the Equestrian Center installing international Jumping and Dressage arenas, and a cross country training course at the Club. When she retired, the Club was dormant for some time, but was actually awaiting its full revival in 2020.  What started out with one child wanting pony rides before polo, who then brought a friend … now has 2 instructors and over 20 students, largely riding “repurposed polo ponies” that are now “all purpose ponies”!  The Club held several gymkhanas and Training Shows in 2020 – 2021, and hosted the final leg of the EFJ’s Jumping League and the CEA’s Regional Jumping Challenge in 2022. This picturesque location places it in the middle of the North Coast Tourism Corridor and the other Equestrian Centers around the Island.

Contact: Lesley Ann Fong-Yee (876)381-4660

Caymanas Pony Club

Kingston

Caymanas Pony Club LTD is a private Kingston based Equestrian Center offering an international UK Pony Club program with certification for ages 5 and up.  We offer Equestrian programs which cover a variety of disciplines which include,  Dressage, Show Jumping, Cross-country, Trail Riding and Polo.  Adults and beginners are welcome, we teach correct horsemanship along with animal welfare to our members and additionally we offer horse leasing and team competition training.

Contact: Heidi Lalor (876)885-5659

Half Moon Equestrian Centre

Montego Bay

For nearly 40 years, the Half Moon Equestrian Centre at the luxurious Half Moon Resort has provided memorable experiences for our Guests and Friends. We pride ourselves on giving exceptional care to our horses and animals, and to our riders who wish to share in our amazing experience. Through personal attention, it is our goal to create a safe, yet exciting sojourn with us.

You can enjoy a variety of equestrian activities, riding, jumping and polo lessons and the thrilling Turf and Surf Experience. The Stables provides horses and instruction suitable for beginners and experienced riders.

Contact: Trina Delisser (876)953-2286