Private Lessons
I offer private, semi private and group sessions. I have extensive experience in many areas of horsemanship and am very passionate about coaching in a fun and positive style. You can expect that my lessons will be fun and supportive towards all levels of riders from beginners to competitive riders, My biggest passion is Reined Cowhorses which are 3 different aspects of exhilarating western riding. Reining, cutting and taking a cow down the fence. I enjoy instructing all levels of this sport whether it is something you're curious about to try something new and improve your skill set as something fun to do with your horse or have competitive aspirations. I also teach lessons for people looking to further their relationship and communication with their horse, improve their skills, work the flag, work bison, learn about obstacles, training on the trail, groundwork and liberty, confidence building, mountain trail, problem solving and more. I'm happy to work with you and your horse to meet any goals you have. Adult and teen lessons are 1 hour and younger children's lessons run in 1/2 hour sessions.
Rates:
Private lessons
Single 1 hour lesson $80 or 1/2 hour childs lesson $40
Package of 5 $375 (Save $5 per lesson) or 10 children
lessons running 1/2 hour
Package of 10 $700 (Save $10 per lesson)
Contact me for pricing on semi private and group pricing.
Select a horse below based on your age and ability to view available times:
Meet Your Lesson Horse
Available Now
Coming Soon
Bugs
Bugs has taught countless people of all ages and abilities how to ride. Bugs is now in his late 20's and has become a main mount for our kids Aurora and Wyatt sharing his knowledge of working cattle, bison, flag and more with them.
Chic
Chic is a wonderful horse with a safe mind and a bit of a spicy attitude. She is the perfect horse to advance your skills. Chic is a forward mover and is available for more confident riders and enjoys the flag, cattle, and bison.
Teddy
Teddy is a new addition to the ranch and is available for a limited amount of lessons. Here to teach light adult beginners to intermediate riders. Teddy is a Warmblood and is a larger size than our standard Quarter Horses but is as kind as he is large.
Butterfly
Butterfly is a ranch favourite! A good minded and kind Shetland pony who is safe and gentle with even the littlest of cowboys and cowgirls. Being in her late 20's and being a been there done that kind of gal she is sure to teach in a kind and confidence building manner.
Cinder
Cinder is one of the young horses that will be developing her skills this year to be one of the working ranch horses as well as continuing her education to be available as a lesson horse soon.
Holly
Holly is another of our young horses being developed into a working ranch horse and future lesson horse.
Frodo
A Welsh pony from an English background where he has learned to jump small courses, can go Western, work cattle, the flag, trail ride, ranch work, and do obstacles. As Frodo progresses through his training he will be available for kids that are ready to step up from Wee Butterfly to a larger pony.
Chief
This kind minded and sensitive gelding has done everything with Carleigh from packing through the backcountry, being a partner in liberty and bridleless riding, trail horse extraordinaire, obstacles, cowboy challenges, ponying and helping train colts, to later teaching her kids to ride. Chief is entering retirement mode and may be available for select lessons on Carleigh's discretion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common inquiries about our services.
What do you offer for training?
My program has a strong basis in ground work, confidence building, and horsemanship both under saddle and in hand.
Horses for training on the ranch have access to 24/7 turnout in individual pens and pastures. The ranch has a 70 x 150 indoor riding arena, bison, flag, outdoor obstacle course, round pen, indoor obstacles, 127 acres of trails on the ranch full of natural obstacles, open pastures, treed areas, 3 sides of crown-land for endless exposure opportunities, and 125x250 outdoor arena currently under construction and more.
Opportunities for hauling to other locations for showing, clinics and occasional ranching or camping experiences at additional cost as availability allows. Regularly travelling for Reined Cowhorse shows with ASHA, ARCHA and CCRCHA for competitions.
Horses are expected to be up to date on all regular vet and farrier care, deworming, teeth, etc.
What are your training rates?
Training is $1365 per month, minimum 3 month commitment. This includes training, board, feed program, and GST. I'm happy to feed additional supplements supplied. Farrier, vet, hauling, showing, and all additional fees are not included.
Do you have group sessions and clinics?
I have a huge passion for teaching all levels. I have taught many clinics and groups for Reined Cowhorse, Cattle Penning, Cattle Sorting, Ranching and Practical Cow Work, Mountain Trail, Flag, Bison, Training on the Trail, Groundwork and Liberty, Backcountry Packing and Preparation, Desensitizing and Confidence Building, Obstacles, and more!
I currently run regular clinics at my own ranch on Green Lake located between 100 Mile House and 70 Mile House.
I also regular clinics at School House Ranch in the 103 Mile area, as well as many other facilities and locations around BC.
If you're interested in booking me to come teach a clinic or group in your area please reach out about booking prices and availability.
Do you have camping and layover pens available for your events and clinics?
My ranch as well as many of the other facilities do have camping and pens available. Depending on the format those may or may not be included in the price of your event. Pen cleanup, feeding and care of your horse are the riders responsibility.
What do you offer for lessons?
I offer private, semi private and group sessions. I have extensive experience in many areas of horsemanship and am very passionate about coaching in a fun and positive style. You can expect that my lessons will be fun and supportive towards all levels of riders from beginners to competitive riders, My biggest passion is Reined Cowhorses which are 3 different aspects of exhilarating western riding. Reining, cutting and taking a cow down the fence. I enjoy instructing all levels of this sport whether it is something you're curious about to try something new and improve your skill set as something fun to do with your horse or have competitive aspirations. I also teach lessons for people looking to further their relationship and communication with their horse, improve their skills, work the flag, work bison, learn about obstacles, training on the trail, groundwork and liberty, confidence building, mountain trail, problem solving and more. I'm happy to work with you and your horse to meet any goals you have. Adult and teen lessons are 1 hour and younger children's lessons run in 1/2 hour sessions.
What are your lesson rates?
Private lessons
Single 1 hour lesson - $80 or 1/2 hour child's lesson $40.
Package of 5 - $375 (Save $5 per lesson) or 10 children lessons running 1/2 hour.
Package of 10 - $700 (Save $10 per lesson).
Contact me for pricing on semi private and group pricing.
Do you have lesson horses available?
I have more availability currently for riders bringing their own horses, however, I do have a limited amount of lesson horses and kids ponies available for students on a regular weekly lesson schedule.
Please check our lesson calendar to see available spaces and their suitability.
when do you have lessons?
Most private and semi private lessons are run on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons/evenings.
Group lessons, events, bison groups and clinics are run on other days and on weekends. Please contact me to inquire about these other opportunities.
