Hire our Arena
Arena Hire
Our 60 x 20m undercover, floodlit sand arena is available for limited bookings to approved organisations and clinicians by prior arrangement at the following times:
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QLD state school terms – Sundays only (afternoons preferable but mornings possible by arrangement) (No weekday or Saturday hire due to RDA usage and permanent bookings)
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QLD state school holidays – More availability on all days.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
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Our RDA arena has a specialised surface to suit its primary purpose. It has a much shallower sand layer than a regular arena to enable our volunteers to walk beside and lead our horses in more safety and comfort. As a consequence, it is unsuitable for jumping, western pleasure, prolonged speed, canter and circle work, and lunging. This is to protect the base and prolong the life of this valuable asset.
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Hire is on the following basis – a minimum of 3 hours per hire. We do not hire to individuals for only 1 or 2 hours, or at the last minute. Hire must be pre-arranged and paid for in advance.
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All hirers must complete an Arena Hire Agreement, and produce a Certificate of Currency for Public Liability insurance ($10 million for organisations and $5 million for individuals).
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Hire rate is currently $25 per hour (minimum $75) with a daily cap of $200. Lights are an extra $5 per hour.
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Use of arena, mounting yard, round yard, 9 horse yards, and Showgounds toilet block is included. There is no access to sheds or kitchen. There is power available. Full details included on Arena Hire Agreement (available on request).
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Arena is not available for parties, weddings or similar events – equestrian activities/events only.
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Please direct all enquiries regarding arena hire to admin@samfordrda.com.au
