Lessons at Sagehill Stables

Sagehill Stables offers lesson programs for riders of all ages and abilities, from beginner through advanced levels. Our diverse team of coaches with expertise in both english & western disciplines, including anything from ground-work to jumping, are committed to teaching our students to ride and work safely with horses. 

​We believe in horses for life, in that all individuals can benefit from the love of horses through all stages of their life

​Our programs are designed to teach the foundations of safety and animal welfare so that students have the knowledge to continue with their horse dreams wherever they might take them.

Students at Sagehill are encouraged to pursue their riding dreams whether it be getting on the trails, over fences or over fears. From winning in the show ring or completing Equine Canada Riding Levels. Let us know what your goals are and we will help to get you there!

We even have text books and learning resources available for purchase to help improve your knowledge or study for your upcoming Equine Canada Level Test! See our programs below!

Lesson Programs

Parent & Me Learn to Ride Program
  • Children ages 4 to 8 led by their parents or guardians
  • 8, 1-hr weekly group lessons guided by a coach
  • Includes: grooming, tack-up and fun riding activities
  • ​Price: $406 + GST ($100 deposit upon registration)

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​Private children's lessons available for those with special needs, or to trial before committing to a package!
Winter Introductory Riding Program: Semi-private lessons
  • Beginner riders aged 8 to 70+ 
  • 10, 2-hr weekly semi-private (2-3 riders max) lessons guided by a coach
  • Includes: theory handouts, assisted tack-up and riding
  • ​Price: $60.70/lesson + GST ($100 deposit upon registering)
Start dates:
  • Week of January 6th 2020
What else will students need: 
  • Long pants (non-slippery material such as jeans, tights, ect.)
  • Boot or shoe with a 1/2 inch heel (for safety reasons) 
  • Properly fitted equestrian riding helmet  (purchase recommended, but helmets available to borrow)
We are now accepting registrations for the Winter 2020 Intro Program.  Register below for a time slot!
Equestrian Development Program
  • For post-intro program riders or continuing lessons aged 8 to 70+ 
  • 1.5-hr weekly lessons guided by a coach
  • Lessons run 7 days a week

*Grouping of riders will depend on prior experience - whether your goals are to be competitive, a recreational trail rider or if you have a specific activity in mind we will try to help you achieve it!
*Option to lease a horse to use in the program with approval from their coach.
*Riders will also have the option to participate in special seminars and have guest coaches, fun shows and events designed to advance the rider's knowledge and skill level even further! 

Availability:
Fall Session: Week of Sept 15th to Week of Dec 15th 2019 (14 lessons)
Winter Session Week of Jan 5th to Week of Mar 15th 2020 (11 lessons)
Spring Session: Week of Mar 29th to Week of June 14th 2020 (12 lessons)
Summer Session: Week of July 7th to Week of August 25th 2020 (8 lessons)
Love to Ride Bi-Weekly Lesson Program
  • Our bi-weekly version of the Equestrian Development Program
  • For post-intro program riders or continuing lessons aged 8 to 70+ 
  • 1.5-hr lessons every two weeks 
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*Grouping of riders will depend on prior experience

Availability: Runs year-round
Assessments
  • Used to determine the skill level of a rider new to Sagehill that is interested in starting lessons or leasing a horse
  • 1, 1.5-hr private session guided by a coach
  • Includes: assisted tack-up and a lesson designed to show the rider's abilities in their specific discipline
  • Price: $75 + GST 
​Through the Eye of the Horse, ​Part I
  • Participants aged 8 to 70+ 
  • 4, 1 hr ground-work lessons (indoor & non-riding)
  • Includes: ground work based lessons about how to handle, connect and care for horses 
  • Price: $160 + GST

What to expect?
This program is unique and can benefit anyone (even those with riding experience). You can experience all the health and wellness benefits from horses without having to get in the saddle. Whether you are nervous about horses, had a previous bad experience or just want to figure out what all the fuss is about with horses, this is a great program to try out!

The program is ground work based so that participants can develop confidence, knowledge and skills without having to start-off with riding. Participants are able bond with horses while developing essential horsemanship skills necessary for caring for and riding horses successfully in the future. The classes start off with grooming and basic groundwork, which develop into fun games and challenges for the participants to compete in with their horse partner.

Upcoming Classes:
4 Fridays In January 6 to 7pm starting January 10th 
4 Saturdays in January 2 to 3pm starting January 11th
 Through the Eye of the Horse, ​Part II
For those that completed part I (or equivalent experience), continue on with learning theory, health care, maintenance, and much more, all in ground work based and hands on learning environments.
  • 4, 1 hr ground-work lessons (indoor & non-riding)
  • Includes: ground work based lessons about how to bond and care for horses 
  • Price: $150 + GST
Start Date: TBA
Promotional Riding Program
  • Riders aged 8 to 70+ new to Sagehill but not new to horses
  • 8, 1.5-hr weekly lessons guided by a coach
  • Includes: tack, assisted tack-up or theory and use of foundation horses
  • Price: $420 for 8, 1.5 hr weekly group lessons OR $500 for for 8, 1.5 hr semi-private lessons

What to expect?
Riders will continue to learn, improve or re-fresh riding techniques, learn about the basics of bio-mechanics and proper posture in the saddle, and learn the basics of horse health and care.
Riders new to the stable can use this program as an opportunity to try out the different foundation horses available for leasing.
Coaches are available for tack-up and/or will integrate theory into tack-up sessions depending on the ability of the riders. 

*Note we can only accommodate this promo program for those that come with 2 to 5 riders as a semi-private or group lesson

Availability: Available year round. Contact to find out when the next start date is!
*CANCELLATION POLICY*
Please note that Sagehill Stables has a 24 hour cancellation policy for lessons. Lessons cancelled with more than 24 hours notice will be eligible for a make-up lesson. Those cancelled with less than 24 hours will forfeit the lesson
​4180 Waverley Street
Winnipeg, MB
R3V 1W8
1-800-217-4184
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