Meet Our Lesson Horses

Meet our amazing Schoolies (school horses)!
Please reach out via email or our contact form for inquiries about horse lease and sponsorship. 

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Arthur

Arthur is a Friesen gelding, trained through first level dressage owned by one of our amazing boarders. We are looking forward to this addition joining the program and becoming an asset in furthering our student's knowledge of dressage.

Bee

Bee is a charming Haflinger mare owned by one of our lovely boarders. She is a favourite among intermediate and up riders, especially for those learning the basics of jumping and competition. Bee is a member of the Sagehill Show team, taking several students to hunter/jumper shows, as well as gaining eventing experience!

Ash
​'Judge Me Now'

​Ash is a 2016 OTTB mare standing at 16.2 hands and owned by one of our lovely boarders. Currently part of the Sagehill Show team, she is available for lease or purchase. Before arriving in Manitoba, Ash competed successfully as a 3' Hunter on the A circuit in Ontario. She's now looking for her next advanced rider to continue her journey in the Hunter or Jumper ring!

Boots

Boots is a bay Quarter Horse gelding in his early twenties with a wealth of experience across disciplines including English, Western, cattle work, and reining. A true schoolmaster, he's a patient and reliable teacher for our intro and novice riders, helping them build confidence, understand horse behaviour, and develop key skills like cantering and jumping. ​

Cash
​'Cash Pilot'

Cash is a 2015 Thoroughbred gelding who is a member of the Sagehill Show team! He was retired from racing in 2020 after 40 career starts and went on to the Retired Racehorse Project in Kentucky in 2022! While he has a dedicated owner who rides him, Cash is also available for lease to intermediate to advanced riders looking to gain experience in the jumper ring!

Dixie

Dixie is a Miniature Horse x Thoroughbred Cross Pony. She is a true spitfire pony with lots of sass but has her sweet moments. She is very athletic and is an excellent hunter-jumper pony. She is a member of the Sagehill Stables show team!

Charlie

Charlie is a bay Quarter Horse gelding in his late teens with a big personality and a knack for teaching respect and personal space. With training in both Western and English, he's a reliable partner for students learning to canter (or lope!) and a great confidence builder for riders at the novice level and beyond.​
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Dolly
'Down from Dover'

Dolly is a chestnut Quarter Horse mare in her mid-teens with a strong work ethic and a forward way of going. Originally trained as a barrel horse, she now excels in both Western and Jump lessons for novice to intermediate riders. She is a former member of the Sagehill Show team, teaching riders the ins and outs of grassroots competition and was 2024 Sr Prairie Crocus Cross Rails Champion! Dolly also loves leading on the outdoor trail!

Elsa

Elsa joined us this past summer and is a fantastic new addition! She is a paint registered miniature with a big personality. Elsa is a birthday party and petting zoo favourite and can also be driven with a cart!

Handsome

If you've taken the intro program at Sagehill, chances are you've met Handsome! This kind and steady gelding is in his late teens and previously worked as a pony horse at the track. Now, he's a patient and reliable teacher perfect for helping new riders build confidence and develop a strong foundation.​

Gypsy

Gypsy is a wonderful mare owned by one of our lovely boarders and has become an incredibly valuable part of our program. Calm, steady, and dependable, she excels at teaching riders the fundamentals of steering and trotting, while also confidently stepping into the show ring for both Wester Dressage and Hunter classes!

Hazel
​'Witch-hazel'

Hazel came to Sagehill late in the summer of 2024, scared of people and nearly untouchable. Since then, she has blossomed into a school favourite, teaching novice through intermediate lessons both English and Western. She is incredible at teaching the value of connection and trust.

Hershel

Hershel is a former rescue with a heart of gold. From the moment he arrived at Sagehill, he's shown a gentle spirit, kind temperament, and a true willingness to please. Trained in both English and Western, with a background that hints at reining, Hershel is already proving to be a wonderful match for our novice to intermediate riders, and we are excited to see the connections he'll build in the program.

Ivy

Ivy is a Clydesdale mare standing around 17hh. She has a sweet temperament and as she continues to gain experience, we're excited to help her find her niche in the program. This gentle giant is sure to become a favourite, especially in birthday parties!

Honey

Honey is a 2018 Quarter Horse Cross who came to Sagehill as an untouched three year old. Since then, Coach Adi has put in tremendous amount of hours to create a well broke favourite around the barn! Honey excels in parent and me classes and all the kids love her blue eye! Honey is starting to progress in her dressage and over fences work as well.

Jessie
​'Wild Card'

Jessie originally came to us as a past rescue and has now transitioned into a full-time lesson horse. She regularly helps coach mentorship students learn valuable training skills as well as competed in the local 2025 hunter/jumper circuit and seems to have developed an affinity for cross country! Jessie is available for lease or purchase.

Koda

Koda is a 2017 Appendix mare who joined Sagehill in August and has quickly became a barn favourite, known for her smooth canter. Koda has taken to jumping with natural talent and enthusiasm, and we're excited to see her in the show ring in 2026!

Legs
'Look Lively'

Legs is a sweet-natured bay Thoroughbred mare in her late teens who has captured the hearts of many at Sagehill. A valued member of our Sagehill Show team, she's proudly helped students earn plenty of red ribbons in the jumper ring!

Latte

Latte is a charming 2013 OTTB mare who spent time as a broodmare after her racing career. Fun fact - her Jockey Club name was On the Right Track and we'd say she truly is, as she settles into home at Sagehill!  Latte is now learning to jump and is already a fun and rewarding partner for intermediate riders!

Lena
​'Ever so Fun'

Lena is a 2018 bay Thoroughbred and proud member of the Sagehill show team! She is a great horse for advanced riders to learn and grow with. In 2024, Lena was crowned MHJA Combined Hack Champion, and you'll often spot her shining in the hunter-jumper ring during the show season!

Lil

Lil is one of our Ojibwe Spirit ponies who has made a wonderful transition into the lesson program. She's currently taking a well-deserved break as she prepares to welcome her baby!

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Miley

Miley is a 2016 OTTB mare who came off the track in 2021. Since then she has competed in the Hunter, Jumper, Equitation and Hack divisions. She has also competed in eventing up through EV 85 successfully, schooling up to 1.20m. Miley is available for lease or sale to an advanced rider looking for a fun, forward moving ride. She has developed into a great hunter-jumper horse!

Mandy

Mandy is one of our Ojibwe Spirit ponies who showed great promise in the hunter ring before becoming pregnant this year. She's now enjoying some well-deserved break and we look forward to welcoming her back to the program after she welcomes her baby!

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Nashira

Nash is an appaloosa mare who just arrived at Sagehill with Ivy and Hershel. While we hope to utilize her for our advanced students, we will discover where she is happiest after settling in. 

P.R.

P.R. (short for Public Relations) is an Appaloosa gelding in his late teens. He is a steadfast horsemanship teacher that gives students the opprotunity to learn to ride in "slower motion", tuning into the horse and practicing patience. P.R. is also known for his wonderful smooth canter and kind demeanor!

Parker

Parker is in his late teens and is a chestnut Quarter Horse gelding. He is a favourite of many students because he is a patient teacher and jump master!

Peppy
​'Peppy Le Bleu'

Peppy is a gorgeous blue roan tobiano American Paint Horse mare with a sweet personality and a growing skill set. She is a solid partner on the flat and has started jumping!

Prince

Prince has sparkly blue eyes and is one of those special diamond in the rough horses. He is originally from Peguis First Nation and was brought to the St. Norbert area many years ago. From his history, we gather he is in his mid-teens and is a Paint Cross.

Pita
'That's a Wrap'

Pita is a Thoroughbred mare owned by one of our coaches, and we're excited to welcome her to the Sagehill Show team in 2026! Pita is a fun, forward thinking ride who shows promise in the jumper ring!

Rocky
​'Kilimanjaro'

Rocky is the beloved pony everyone knows always waiting at the gate ready to greet you! He's called Sagehill Stables home since he was 6 months old and has grown into a talented, forward-moving hunter-jumper! Rocky has successfully evented up to EV85 and is not only a competitive partner but also a dependable companion to our Ojibwe stallion and other horses at shows. Rocky is currently available for lease and is a favourite essential care lease pony! Plus, he is one of coach Sam's favourite equines!

Rue
'Bold North'

Rue is a 2014 grey Thoroughbred known for his calm and steady demeanor. He's a trusted partner in both lessons and therapy programs and excels as a teacher on the flat and over fences. Rue is also a valued member of the Sagehill Show team and was the 2024 Jr Prairie Crocus Champion in both the Cross Rails and 2' divisions!

Shasta

Shasta is a 16-hand Appaloosa gelding in his mid teens. He was not endowed with much tail or mane but is a fun character. He teaches students how to manage emotions and behaviour accordingly, matching his own state to your energy. Overall, he is a great horse to build your confidence with.

Shade

Shade is a black Quarter Horse in his early twenties with a calm, easygoing nature. He's a favourite among our lesson riders, thanks to how effortlessly students can connect with him and feel confident in the saddle.

Smurf

Smurf is a 16-hand Appendix mare in her late teens and a standout teacher for our novice riders. Originally trained in Western disciplines including reining, roping, and cutting, she brings versatility, patience, and a calm, confident presence to every lesson. Smurf is a favourite among students learning to canter and master smooth transitions, making her a fantastic intro horse.

Squiggles

Squiggles is a 2013 OTTB gelding standing at 16.1 hands. After coming off the track, he focused on beginner lessons before joining Sagehill, and he has since grown into an incredible teacher for our intermediate riders. He can also settle right down for cuddles in our Parent & Me program! Squiggles excels at teaching riders to jump and to develop soft balanced hands.

Sunday

Sunday is a bay Appendix mare in her mid-teens and is a special horse for many students at Sagehill. She has taught many students their first jump, canter and taken years of students to their first shows. Before Sagehill, she was an eventer. Sunday was a past member of the Sagehill Show team and now brings her vast wealth of knowledge to our intro and novice programs.

Sugar
​'Mbar Roan Sugar'

Sugar is a 2013 Quarter Horse mare, formerly competing in the 1.10m jumper ring. She is now part of our program and excels at teaching advanced riders the ropes of the jumper ring at shows. She took her leaser to their first show together to 0.75m high point and we look forward to more success with Sugar in the future. 

Zephyr
​'Sail on By'

Zephyr is a 2020 Thoroughbred gelding standing at 16.2hh. Zephyr came off the track in August of 2024 before going into training at Sagehill. He now competes with his owner in the hunter, dressage and evening rings as well as being part of our lesson program. Zephyr is a fantastic horse with an affinity for the hack division, and builds confidence in his riders with his cuddly, more whoa than go personality. 

Zip

Zip is our star of the Zip & Friends program and birthday parties! He has been at Sagehill for over 8 years and is super friendly and easy going.

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