Scuderia Melissa Cipriani

Immersive Experience: Volunteering with us offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the beautiful Tuscan countryside while engaging with horses. You'll gain hands-on experience in horse care and help with riding the horses.

Passion for Horses: If you have a love for animals, particularly horses, this is the perfect place to deepen that passion. You'll have the chance to bond with our horses, assist in their daily care, and participate in scenic rides through picturesque landscapes.

Cultural Exchange: Siena is rich in history and culture, and volunteering here allows you to connect with local traditions and customs. You'll meet people from various backgrounds, fostering a sense of community and collaboration.

Personal Growth: Volunteering at our scuderia will challenge you in new ways, helping you develop personal qualities such as responsibility, teamwork, and patience. The experience can be both fulfilling and transformative.

My name is Melissa, and I am the founder of Scuderia Melissa Cipriani, I am passionate about horse care and dedicated to creating a welcoming environment for our volunteers. Our small team shares this commitment and comes from diverse backgrounds, all united by a love for horses. We treat our volunteers with respect and kindness, ensuring they feel valued from day one. Open communication is encouraged, and we are always available to provide guidance and support. Volunteers can expect proper training, meaningful tasks, and a friendly atmosphere where they can learn and grow. We appreciate your efforts and strive to make your experience both enjoyable and rewarding.

Top Host
This host receives a lot of worldpackers and has a high average rating.

Reviews

5.0
(12 reviews)12

Staff & Host

4.5

Hours & Tasks

4.5

Hostel

4.5

Learning & Fun

5.0

Argentina

4

Melisay su familia son muy amables. Siempre están disponibles para hacer un plan divertido, llevarte a conocer lugares nuevos, enseñarte su cultura y brindarte lo que necesites. El trabajo es 100% lo que esperaba. Las cabalgatas se hacen por la mañana y por la tarde, no más de 3 por lo general. Los clientes suelen ser amables y es divertido guiarlas.
Por otro lado, el lugar donde hospedarse a mi criterio, bastante incomodo y no cumple con lo básico. Hay cosas rotas y está sucio. Esto podría mejorarse!
En conclusión, fue una experiencia muy divertida para este momento de mi vida! :)

28 days ago

Germany

5

Thank you to Melissa, Loris, Lorenzo and Gianpiero for the wonderful experience.
I didn’t had much expectations before coming, but the nature, the horses and the host were truly amazing.
Most of the tasks for the volunteers is to lead the trail rides with the clients which is more fun than actual work.
On our free time we went with Lorenzo to Siena or other pretty places near by.
The landscape in Tuscany is truly a dream and I would always come back.
Of course we had so many amazing pastas with the host and learned a few new recipes.
Thank you for having me and hope to see you again

about 2 months ago

United Kingdom

5

I wanted to do this experience to re connect with horses and I succeeded in that and so much more! My tasks were mostly leading trail rides and making photo+video content. Melissa and her family have so much knowledge to share about their history and surroundings it is inspiring to hear their stories and see their passion. Giampiero provided us with an endless supply of goods from the vegetable garden:) Melissa and Lorenzo were always happy to take us to experience new things which was lovely! Big thank you to all of you for making it a wonderful experience for me, I'll be missing it all!

about 2 months ago

Netherlands

5

The happiest I’ve ever been <3

and Melissa, the horses and her family really helped with that! Most of the tasks are taking care of the horses and guiding clients on horseback which is stunning through the Toscan vineyards! Melissa is really sweet and makes you feel right at home :)

If you’re a good rider and want to have an authentic Italian experience, I would totally recommend to come here :))

3 months ago

France

5

I had an unforgettable experience working with Melissa at the MC Riding Club! From the very beginning, she made me feel incredibly welcome. She's a kind, energetic and open-minded person, always surrounded by great people, fun projects, and a warm atmosphere.
The horses are exceptionally well cared for – calm, gentle, and beautifully trained – which makes every task enjoyable and rewarding. Most of the work is centered around them: feeding, grooming, cleaning, and spending time outdoors.
This was my very first woofing experience, and I couldn’t have hoped for a better one.

4 months ago


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