Hobbyhorse

April 15, 2026

Hobby Horse:

The Magic of Riding for Children at Puur Paardenkracht Ruitersport

Welcome to the enchanting world of Hobby Horse at Puur Paardenkracht Ruitersport! Here, we make the love for horses sparkle with a beautiful collection of Hobby Horses and Hobby Ponies that spark children's imagination and invite them to engage creatively and actively. Hobby Horse stick horses are more than just toys; they are an inexhaustible source of fun and adventure, allowing children to realize their dreams and play endlessly.

What is Hobby Horsing?

Hobby Horses are unique play figures consisting of a long stick with the head of a toy horse at the end. These heads are often made of soft, child-friendly materials such as fabric and felt, making them safe for children to play with. The stick is made of wood, which makes it easy for children to lift and ride the toy stick horse.

The cheerful and lifelike designs make it easy for every child to find their ideal companion. This toy not only stimulates imagination but also offers numerous opportunities for cooperative play with friends and family. Imagine children dressing up as riders, riding their stick horses, and experiencing entire adventures in their own fantasy world! There are even traditional Dutch games like ring jousting or a polo game to play with another Hobby Horse rider.

The Popularity of Hobby Horse

In recent years, the popularity of Hobby Horsing has received an unprecedented boost, partly due to the emergence of so-called Hobby Horse competitions. These events bring children and adults together in a playful and competitive setting. Participants dress up and demonstrate their skills as they jump over obstacles with their stick horse and complete various courses. But also real dressage competitions and barrel races, as in Western sports. This unique idea combines the love of horses with the excitement of competitive elements, making it even more attractive to both children and parents.

The social aspect of Hobby Horse is incredibly important. It gives children the chance to play together, challenge each other, and make new friends. These types of activities also stimulate teamwork and cooperation, which is essential for the social development of growing children and provides hours of fun.

History of the Hobby Horse

The origin of the Hobby Horse is fascinating and dates back to the Middle Ages. In those days, they served as toys for children, often handmade from available materials such as fabric or wood. With the rise of toys, creativity was fully utilized to design these horses, allowing children to let their imaginations run wild.

In more recent times, the Hobby Horse has gained new momentum, especially in Scandinavia. Thanks to the digital revolution and social media, children have drawn inspiration from each other, resulting in a new wave of creativity surrounding these stick horses. This has led to the organization of events and competitions, which have increased the popularity of Hobby Horse worldwide and made it an important part of many children's play world.

Why Choose Hobby Horse Stick Horses?

For parents and caregivers, it's important to understand why Hobby Horses are an excellent choice for children. Here are some key reasons:

Stimulating Imagination and Creativity: Hobby Horse stick horses encourage children to let their imaginations run wild. By creating adventures and stories with their stick horse, they develop creative thinking skills that are invaluable for their development.
Physical Activity: Playing with a Hobby Horse stick horse is not only fun but also an effective way for children to stay active. 'Riding' requires strength, endurance, and coordination, contributing to a healthy lifestyle. This is especially valuable at a time when children often spend time behind screens.
Social Skills: Whether playing with friends or participating in competitions, Hobby Horse stick horses offer countless opportunities for social interactions. Children learn to cooperate, communicate, and encourage each other, strengthening their social skills. But children also learn to care for their Hobby Horse like a real horse. The extensive range of Hobby Horse items such as a stable, wheelbarrow, manure picker, feed, Hobby Horse halter set, and extra accessories also teach them to care for their Hobby Horse, contributing to the experience and imaginative play.
Motor Development: Playing with a stick horse helps young children develop both their gross and fine motor skills. While balancing, moving, and handling their stick, they improve their physical abilities.
Connection with Horses: For children who love horses and equestrian sports, using a stick horse offers a great way to explore and expand their passion. This toy provides the opportunity to continue and expand their love for horses at home.

Hobby Horse Store Dreumel (Tiel, Den Bosch, Nijmegen, Oss)

In our store you can shop online, but also visit and see and experience the products in real life! Our stick horses from HKM Kids, ByAstrup, ByToizz, Horka, and BR are amply stocked. You can easily buy the perfect accessories for your HKM Hobby Horse from us. Need something for a Hobby Horse competition? Just like articles for real horses; such as a halter with reins, poles, a stable for stick horses, a bridle with a bit or a detachable bridle. Everything for your ByToizz Hobby Horse or HKM Hobby Horse, ByAstrup Hobby Horse, Horka Hobby Horse or BR Mini Horse and the associated accessories can be bought at Puur Paardenkracht Ruitersport in Dreumel.

Our Hobby Horse stick horse brands:

We have also made a video for you where you can see the difference between the various Hobby Horses.

Hobby Horse Stick Horses at Puur Paardenkracht Ruitersport

In the category Hobby Horse stick horses you'll find the cutest Hobby Horses from ByAstrup, ByToizz, Horka and HKM Hobby Horse from HKMKids. Whether you are looking for a cheap stick horse or prefer a professional Hobby Horse that is also suitable for adults, Puur Paardenkracht Ruitersport has them all in stock!

Which is your favorite stick horse? Gray stick horse, the ByAstrup Hobby Horse brown and the HKM Hobby Horse brown, mini Hobby Horse from HKM Kids, a spotted Hobby Horse. Some of our favorites are definitely the HKM Hobby Horse Haflinger and HKM Hobby Horse dapple. These fun Hobby Horses all have their own unique characteristics. On our website, you can easily select by color; such as dark brown, gray, white, beige, Fjord, Haflinger, and many more beautiful Hobby Horse stick horses for children. This way, even young children can experience the most wonderful adventures with their Hobby Horse. All toys comply with European safety regulations for toys. We have also created a Hobby Horse starter package for you, so you can buy a Hobby Horse cheaply with a saddle and a saddle pad of your choice!

In the category Hobby Horse accessories you can find saddle pads, Hobby Horse halter sets, bridles, grooming supplies for Hobby Horse, feeding sets, blankets, saddles. But also a feed bucket for your Hobby Horse or a unicorn halter to turn your Hobby Horse into a unicorn.

The category Hobby Horse stable and obstacle has various obstacles for jumping with your stick horse and even building a Hobby Horse course. But have you also thought about ring jousting or playing polo with your Hobby Horse? And of course, here you will also find the stable in various designs for this amazing hobby.

All these fun toy horses and everything you need for them are in stock at Puur Paardenkracht Ruitersport. Of course, you can view them in our store in Dreumel (between Tiel, Den Bosch, Oss, and Nijmegen).

Frequently Asked Questions about Hobby Horse

Is Hobby Horse a real sport?

Yes, Hobby Horsing is a real sport. It is especially popular among young people where children, for example, imitate dressage or show jumping disciplines. The sport involves imitating horse-riding movements and obstacle courses with a stick horse. Participants are judged on their agility, style, and skills, similar to traditional equestrian competitions. Hobby Horsing has its own championships and events, and is particularly beloved by young people.

How much does a Hobby Horse cost?

You can buy a good quality Hobby Horse at Puur Paardenkracht Ruitersport for as little as €39.95.

What is the difference between a Hobby Horse and a stick horse?

A hobby horse and a stick horse are essentially the same toy. Both terms are used to refer to a toy horse attached to a stick, which children can ride as if it were a real horse. Often, Hobby Horses are a bit more luxurious, for example, with shadow effects and a detachable tail or extra long manes. Traditionally, this toy was called a stick horse. However, both terms are used interchangeably.

What can you do with your Hobby Horse?

You can care for it as if it were a real horse, which is why there are so many accessories for the Hobby Horse, such as an HKM Hobby Horse Manure Picker, a halter for Hobby Horse, Hobby Horse poles for an obstacle course, a stable, a bitless bridle, feeding sets, and much more!

The activities you can do with your Hobby Horse are also virtually endless: