English Program
What is English Riding
Our English riding program offers structured instruction in the fundamentals of riding, horse care, and equestrian disciplines such as dressage, jumping, and eventing. These programs focus on developing a balanced seat, proper rein control, and strong communication between horse and rider. Riders learn grooming, tacking up, and stable management, fostering responsibility and confidence. Suitable for beginners through advanced riders, our program includes private lessons, group sessions, and opportunities to participate in shows or clinics. Whether for recreation or competition, this program provides a comprehensive foundation in traditional English equestrian skills.
Program Structures
We offer a wide variety of program options to ensure you can find the perfect equestrian experience to meet your individual needs and goals.
Fall Semester 2025
Beginner/Novice
- 2 Semesters
- 8 weeks & 7 Weeks a semester
- Group Sessions
Intermediate
- 2 Semesters
- 8 weeks & 7 Weeks a semester
- Group Sessions
Based on availability private sessions could be booked for an additional $160 a semester
Winter Semester 2026
Beginner/Novice
- 1 Semester
- Group Sessions
Intermediate
- 1 Semester
- Group Sessions
Based on availability private sessions could be booked for an additional $160 a semester
Spring Semester 2026
Group Sessions
Beginner/Novice
- 2 Semesters
- 8 weeks a semester
Intermediate
- 2 Semesters
- 8 weeks a semester
Based on availability private sessions could be booked for an addtional $160 a semester
Summer Camp
Our multi-discipline equestrian camps offer a fun and structured way for kids to develop riding skills and horsemanship.
Punch Pass
- Available through Fall/Winter/Spring
- Gives you flexibility
- Must be used within 3 months of purchase
- Must book 1 week in advance
- 24 hour cancelation policy
- If injured, there is no extensions offered
Monthly Lessons
- 4 lessons a month
- Lessons are a set time/day every week
- No make up lessons if missed
Drop-In
- Booked as least 3 weeks in advance
- Based on availability
How to Join: Expression of Interest
Due to the popularity of our riding programs and limited availability, we invite you to complete this expression of interest form. This will help us understand your interest in joining a specific program, and we will contact you with available options when a space becomes available. Please note that submitting this form does not guarantee enrollment.
Additional Program Information
Age
- We accept Riders 3 years old and up
Volunteer Hours
All participants in the Lesson Program will be required to pay a $100 Volunteer fee when they first register for the season. Once the participant completes 10 hours of volunteer work – the amount will be credited back to their next session.
Waivers
It is MANDATORY that everyone who is around horses signs a waiver. That means that it is not only riders. It is parents, siblings, friends and family that come out and watch.
AEF
This membership is highly recommended. While it offers many benefits – It covers riders if they are handling/riding a horse and that horse goes on and causes damages or injures someone else. Yes – that is a lawsuit that has happened many times in this industry and NO – you don’t have to own the horse to become liable. It is also required to compete in any SHAMROCK SHOW or other off property competition.
Find information at www.albertaequestrian.com.
Horse Welfare
Riding horses is an absolute privilege and one that we don’t take lightly. While you will be learning skills to develop yourself as a rider, you will also be required to learn about horse care and management. Thus, not only will you be riding, but you will also be handling and grooming horses, inspecting for injuries, tacking up and untacking, keeping tack organized and clean, tidying the stalls, grooming and feed buckets, cleaning the aisles and cross ties, feeding and watering the horses.
Additionally, there will be a large portion focused on rider fitness. Horseback riding is an Equestrian Sport and as a ‘sport’ both the riders and the horse must be fit. Fitness holds multiple benefits for riding. Fitness is imperative to the humane treatment of the horse. We must be as balanced as we can as riders be to allow the horse to not only move itself as safely as possible, but to do so with extra weight on its back. Riders core, leg and back strength are the most important. Add to that the benefit of improved in coordination, stamina and reduced risk of injury when a fall happens as well as the mental strength and clarity one gets from fitness.
We do know this is a process, but we expect riders to make a concerted effort to work on fitness. If you find it hard to find motivation to work out on your own, our facility offers work out classes 2x’s a week.
Please note – if you are coming just to ride a horse, this program is not for you.
Maximum Weight of Riders
- 5’0 and under – 150 lb
- 5’0 – 5’6 – 175 lb
- 5’7 – 6’0 – 200 lb
*** Please note that weight will limit the horses that we can put riders on.
*** Decisions will also be based on horses ability, and balance of rider.
Contact Us
We are here to help with any questions or inquiries you may have about our lesson and training programs, products, or services. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced equestrian, we are excited to be a part of your journey.