Welcome to “Yara Balba Stables”
‘Yara Balba’ in First Nation Darkinyung language, means Gum Tree Hill.
‘Stables’ represents a home for horses, a stable of artists, a place or studio of ideas, or a place to rest & stay.
Not surprisingly, ‘Yara Balba Stables’ offers Equestrian Training Opportunities & Events, Art Classes and Projects & Accommodation Options.
Our 56 acre (22Ha) farm at Mandalong, is an easy 90 minute easy drive from Sydney CBD and 5 minutes from the township of Morisset on the Western side of lovely Lake Macquarie.
Everyone loves coming to visit Yara Balba Stables, so why not check out what we do here and browse through the range of headings on this website!
We hope to meet YOU here soon!
Email yarabalbastables@gmail.com for more info…
“Dressage & Obstacles to Music- Introduction to Working Equitation” Clinic
Come along and try your hand at Working Equitation these January school holidays. Open to all Riders interested to brush up on their Dressage Skills, Learn how to ride the Obstacles, then ride a "Style" Course to music! Lunch available to order as well. Sunday 25...
Wednesday Social Riding Group
Experience the joy of riding in a friendly and supportive environment. Our Wednesday Social Riding Group welcomes riders of all levels to connect, share stories, and enjoy the beautiful outdoors. Whether you're looking to improve your skills or simply unwind with...
Combined Training Clinic- 23 February 2025
Combined Training Clinic 23 February 2025 Welcome to the 1st of many fun, instructional Equestrian Training Days planned ahead. A fabulous group of riders joined in for the day, improving their skills, building confidence and excelling themselves beyond their own...
Riding Instruction
We run regular Training Days for people with
their own horses at our Accredited Equestrian
Centre 1.5hours drive North from Sydney, in Mandalong, 5 minutes off the M1 Motorway at
the Morisset Interchange.
- Weekly Social Riding Group for Adults
- Specialist Clinics held regularly in various disciplines
- Catering to all levels of riders
- All weather 60m x 20m covered arena
- & 70m x 50m Grassed Show-jump arena
- 500m grass fitness track
- XC Course always developing
Art Classes
We hold studio art classes for:
- People of all abilities
- Classes run every Thursday and cater to a variety of skills
- No skills required- bring your own projects along
- We cover foundation drawing skills, basic colour theory, painting with acrylics, oils, screen printing, mosaics, block printing, ceramics, working with ink and other materials/ or on self directed projects and activities.
Community Art Projects
We have worked on many community art projects, facilitating numerous creative initiatives, for a range of people and organisations across the Central Coast, Hunter and Newcastle Region in New South Wales. Many of our projects can be seen on location or via our on- line gallery, which include painted murals, sculptures, ceramics, mosaics, place making artworks, photographs, short DVDs and more. For more information about a project or concept you’re considering, call us anytime- we’re always happy to chat about new ideas!
