Experiences
Competition Program
Train and compete in one exciting week. An international show experience for amateur riders, with quality horses, coaching, and all the practical support in place.
Key features
Why ride a competition week
International experience for amateur riders
Compete at national and international shows with full support from our team.
High quality training instruction
Prepare during the week with structured jumping sessions before the show days.
Everything arranged
Horse, entries, logistics, accommodation, and airport transfers included.
Safety assured
Master class horses matched to your level for a safe show experience.
World-class facilities
Train and compete in a setting prepared for performance.
Balance of sport and leisure
Yoga, massage, and time to enjoy the region between show days.
Our events
Competition weeks in 2026
Arrival on Sunday, departure on Monday. Discipline: show jumping.
| # | Show type | Arrival (Sunday) | Departure (Monday) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | National | 10 May 2026 | 18 May 2026 |
| 2 | National | 21 June 2026 | 29 June 2026 |
| 3 | International | 28 June 2026 | 6 July 2026 |
| 4 | International | 5 July 2026 | 13 July 2026 |
| 5 | International | 12 July 2026 | 20 July 2026 |
| 6 | International | 30 August 2026 | 7 September 2026 |
| 7 | International | 6 September 2026 | 14 September 2026 |
| 8 | National | 25 October 2026 | 2 November 2026 |
| 9 | National | 22 November 2026 | 30 November 2026 |
Program format
Training + Competition
- 9 days · 8 nights
- 3–4 training days + 2–3 competition days
- Arrival: Sunday · Departure: Monday
- Discipline: show jumping
- Airport transfers included
Typical week schedule
From training days to show days
Monday – Wednesday
- 08:30Hotel pick up
- 09:00 – 10:00First lesson
- 11:00 – 12:00Second lesson
- 12:45Lunch
- 15:30Hotel drop off
Thursday
- 09:30Yoga session
- 11:00Light lesson
- 12:45Lunch
- AfternoonTack shop visit + massage
Friday – Sunday
- Show daysCompetition days
- ScheduleFlexible, depending on competition timings
What's included
Everything arranged for you
Accommodation
Hotel Suave Mar, minutes from the equestrian center.
Meals
Lunch and morning snacks on riding days.
Transfers
Hotel – Center – Hotel on all riding and show days.
Airport transfers included
Pick up and drop off at Oporto airport included in this program.
Horse & equipment
Horse, equipment, and a dedicated program supervisor.
Wellness
Yoga session, massage, and tack shop visit during the week.
Who is it for
Made for competition riders
- Competition groups of riders
- Competition riders seeking an international show experience
- Ambitious amateur riders ready for show days
Testimonials & riders' stories
What riders say
“The riding was serious and well organised, but the whole stay still felt relaxed and enjoyable.”
Guest, Competition Stay
“A very good balance between training, comfort, and the chance to spend time in Portugal.”
Guest, Riding Stay
Book your competition week
Choose your 2026 show week and tell us about your riding — we will handle the rest.