Back in theh saddle Fancy giving it a go? Here are three teaching stables to get you galloping

DUBAi POLO AnD EQUEStRiAn CLUB With everything from children’s pony treks to dressage and polo courses on offer, this is a one-stop equestrian shop.

Al Qudra Road, Dubai, daily 6am to 10pm, adult lessons from Dhs220. Tel: (04) 3618111. Taxi: Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club. poloclubdubai.com 02 DUBAi CitY StABLES With a teaching centre in Jumeirah as well as a desert riding facility in Al Awir, this is a convenient option for city dwelling students.

Umm Suqeim Girls School Garden, Al Safa 2, Dubai, Sun to Thur 3pm to 9pm, Fri and Sat 8am to noon and 3pm to 9pm, group lessons from Dhs175. Tel: (055) 1670188. Taxi: Umm Suqeim Girls School. dubaicitystable.com 03 EMiRAtES EQUEStRiAn CEntRE eec offers lessons for every level, plus livery services for horse owners. It is also approved by the British Horse Riding society.

Near Dubai International Endurance City, Sat to Thur 7am to 7pm, group lessons from Dhs165. Tel: (050) 5587656. Taxi: Emirates Equestrian Centre. emiratesequestriancentre.com