Lessons
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CR Horsemanship provides a comprehensive Riding and Training program mainly focusing on English riding and horsemanship with a wide open door of opportunity to delve into hunter/jumper training or young horse development.
Beginner riding lessons start from the ground up to provide an understanding of proper horsemanship. They will carry the responsibilities of cleaning up after their rides, brushing & tacking up, catching (after age 10)- all of which allows time to connect with their horse and enjoy a sense of responsibility from a young age. All of this will be assisted by myself or their designated parent as lessons progress. We do not have student instructors.
Beginner riding lessons start from the ground up to provide an understanding of proper horsemanship. They will carry the responsibilities of cleaning up after their rides, brushing & tacking up, catching (after age 10)- all of which allows time to connect with their horse and enjoy a sense of responsibility from a young age. All of this will be assisted by myself or their designated parent as lessons progress. We do not have student instructors.
Youth (Ages 6-17) |
Adult Lessons |
Competitive |
Youth riders are welcome at all stages. We offer limited beginner sessions year round. The larger end of our program is built around regular, year round Recreational riders in the horsemanship program and Competitive Programs from low level grassroots horse shows to A- Circuit shows around Alberta.
1. Beginner Lessons- Our beginner programs are specialized and built with age appropriate group lessons in 1 hr and 15 minute slots. They are asked to plan on up to 1 hr and 30- 2 hrs to properly care for the horses from start to finish while they are learning. TA catches and turns out horses until youth are of an age they can learn this responsibility. Parents are not required to stay. 2. Recreational Classes- Dressage based riding classes, working on position, use of the aids, polework introduction for jumping and mainly understanding horse body biomechanics, behavior. We introduce a variety of concepts over time including western and cowboy challenge. We run regular horsemanship lessons from the ground, typically 1-2 per 8 weeks, teaching a variety of horse care and groundwork skills. |
Adult riders, beginner or returning to sport are more than welcomed! We offer adult only classes at various times throughout the week in monthly packages. The following options are available to adult riders;
1. Beginner Lessons- Group or Private sessions. 2. Returning Adults/Intermediate Group Lessons- Private by limited request. 3. Leasing for competition, A or B Level local shows. 4. Lunge Lessons on an individual private basis to help with confidence, understanding biomechanics, better use or aids and working on an independent seat. 5. Haul In or Boarder Lessons- Program built around you and your horses needs. 6. Groundwork Lessons- (30 mins)These lessons are more for those who are either working on proper handling and those who may not have the nerves or physical ability to ride but wish to work with horses and work on obstacle or liberty training. Great for those learning to ground anxieties or who need an outlet, etc. Please inquire for availability. |
Leasing for more extensive dressage and jumping with options to show. 1/3, 1/2, Full or Paid lease options. Horses from cross rails to 1m level suitable.
Learning to care and be responsible for your equine partner to be able to move into local horse shows from grassroots to rated "A" circuit shows. Riders are encouraged to do 2-3 shows per year in a lease, however they are not mandatory. Learn More Here 2025 Anticipated Shows: March 16- Shamrock Series 22/23- Amberlea Indoor April 2-6- Ponoka Indoor 24-27- Spring Welcome, Amberlea May 8-11- Spruce Meadows Spring Welcome 25- Shadowlands In Barn Show June 5-8 Varenna 15 Shamrock Series July 13 Shamrock Series 17-20 Jump for Hope August 6-10 RMSJ Classic 23-24 Shadowlands In Barn Show September 11-14 Fall Harvest Oct 4-5 Shadowlands In Barn Nov 19-23 Ponoka |
