Riding Lessons
We offer safe, fun, and educational riding lessons for everyone (Ages 3+) from the person who has never been around horses, to those who are experienced and looking to advance towards their riding goals. Our lessons are completely customizable and focused on what you want to learn applied to our curriculum made specifically for you. We offer an encouraging environment that allows students to grow and develop both as a horse person and as an individual. We place a strong emphasis on horsemanship in our lessons and believe that the key to becoming a strong rider is being a strong horse person.
Our Lessons
We offer lessons for ages 3+ and can accommodate any skill level. Our lessons are customizable and we build our curriculum based on your focuses and interests. We proficiently coach both Western and English and have a varied environment that can offer lessons in an indoor arena, outdoor arena, round pen, and we also offer trail lessons. We place a strong emphasis on horsemanship. All of our lessons are taught privately, but semi-private and group lessons are available upon request. All rates subject to GST. 24-hour cancellation policy applies.
Private Lessons
Hourly
(A customized private lesson suited to your skill level and riding goals)
$80/hour + 5% gst
45 minutes - $70 + 5% gst
Kids Lessons
1 hour
(A private lesson with grooming & tacking included for kids 18 & under)
$80 + 5% gst
Trail Lessons
Hourly
(Lessons given on the trail focused on safety, preparation, and confidence)
$100/hour + 5% gst
Group Lessons
1 hour
(A great option for family, friends, and partners)
Semi-private: $65 + 5% gst per person
Group (3+ riders): $55 + 5% gst per person
Our Specialities
Horsemanship
Western Riding
English Riding
Trail Work & Competitive Trail
Gymkhana
Basic Reining
Jumping
Dressage
Our Teaching Philosophy
We place a large emphasis on horsemanship in our lessons for both children and adults. We believe that the foundation to becoming an excellent rider is having a strong foundation in horsemanship and horse care. Understanding horses and their instincts is one of the keys to becoming a great rider.​
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Our Instructors
Our instructors are Equestrian Canada Registered coaches, First Aid/CPR/AED certified
Head Coach
Stephanie Schenkel
Stephanie places importance on creating a safe space with effective communication to help her clients succeed. She has a strong belief in building a strong foundation and learning the "basics" the correct way. She creates an encouraging and positive environment and also keeps lessons structured and efficient. She specializes in jumping, dressage, general horsemanship and reining.
EC Registered Coach, Trauma Informed Coaching Certified
Coach
Kristen Garrett
With over 12+ years of coaching experience, Kristen values creating a safe, supportive, and encouraging learning environment. She strives to root her coaching style in positivity, while also maintaining a high level of discipline and form. She specializes in working with adults and teenagers on horsemanship & communication, groundwork, English equitation, Western riding, confidence building, trail riding & competitive trail.
EC Registered Coach, EC field leader certified
What To Expect
We provide lovely school horses that receive the best holistic care possible. We have a strong belief in teaching safe horse handling skills, horsemanship and a foundational knowledge of equine care. We offer both Western and English lessons. We have an indoor and outdoor arena to allow us to work in all weather conditions.
Our coaches are all Registered Equestrian Canada Coaches. To inquire about our lesson program or to book in, fill out the form provided, and we will be in contact with you!
Our Facility
Our beautiful facility sits on 80 acres above the Salmon River Valley. The home environment allows the equines to be exposed to various livestock, equipment, and stimuli you would see in many situations. The trail access allows us to expose them to standing and flowing water, bridges, roadways, bush, logging roads, vehicles, open fields, narrow trails, wildlife, and so much more!
We have a variety of environments for lessons including an indoor arena, outdoor arena, round pen, and access to trails. We have props and obstacles available to be able to work on a variety of skills in our lessons.
