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Riding LessonsThe lesson program at Strathclair Farm builds friends, fun and community by teaching riders safety, accountability, respect and compassion for horses.
We have a wonderful selection of "clubbies" or school horses to suit beginner through to advanced riders and have instructors for both Western and English. In the lessons, proper grooming, tacking and handling of the horses is emphasized so students not only establish good riding techniques but also good horsemanship skills that provide happy, healthy horses. |
Lesson Registration
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Please contact ssmhpc@gmail.com for more information.
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Group Lessons |
Join a group of up to 5 riders
to enjoy the fun and camaraderie
of learning together in a
weekly 1-hour class.
The cost for 35 lessons is
$35 / lesson
if paid in full or
$40 / lesson
if making pre-payments
Ages 8 and up.
Payments can be made via cash or cheque.
* A $40 Membership and $100 Activity fee must be paid upfront.
to enjoy the fun and camaraderie
of learning together in a
weekly 1-hour class.
The cost for 35 lessons is
$35 / lesson
if paid in full or
$40 / lesson
if making pre-payments
Ages 8 and up.
Payments can be made via cash or cheque.
* A $40 Membership and $100 Activity fee must be paid upfront.
Meet the Instructing Team
Deena Eddy started riding at a local riding school at age six. Before graduating Lake Superior State University with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, she decided to further her horse management experience, and worked full time at a local equestrian facility for two years. Deena began teaching riding lessons in 2009. In 2013 she competed successfully at her first USEF AA rated horse show. Deena shares her enthusiasm and passion for horses and riding with her students. She is excited to be a member of the Strathclair Farm coaching team and is looking forward to actively helping to build our local equestrian community into a safe, fun and competitive place to be!
Tatum Lesage began riding at a North Bay riding facility at the age of 5 on her first pony Peanut Butter Cup. She has been riding and competing for the past 12 years. She has competed to 3'7 on her current horse Spider. Tatum has competed in both the Hunter and Jumper divisions at Trillium, MHJA and HJAM sanctioned competitions and has won divisions at the prestigious Great Lakes Equestrian Festival in Traverse City, Michigan. She was also 'C' Equitation Division Champion two consecutive years. Tatum has been working with new riders for the past three years at her family owned farm. She has her Ontario Equestrian Federation Rider Level One and is excited about working towards coaching certification. Tatum attributes her success to great coaches and supportive equestrian learning environments. She is very passionate and looks forward to sharing her knowledge with riders at Strathclair Fam.
Kristen Sherlock started riding at age 10 at Creditview Stables in Brampton and then at CamJay Farms in Cambridge. She began teaching riding while being a camp counsellor for many summers in Algonquin Park, Ontario and Lake Placid, New York. She bought her first horse in 1999 while at university and since has bought and sold a dozen others. She currently owns Reef - a thoroughbred gelding she acquired while working as an exercise rider galloping racehorses. Kristen has had many horse related jobs but teaching remains her favourite. When not horsing around or playing with her two dogs, Kristen works as an engineer for a local consulting firm. She continues to seek more knowledge herself and is keen to share what she knows with her students to improve their communication with their horse, to instill confidence and most important, to have fun while doing it!
Brandon Davis began riding at the age of 6. He began riding competitively at the age of 8 and throughout the years, was able to successfully compete in several different divisions of the Trillium Hunter Jumper Circuit, including the Annual Championship Show. He has also successfully competed in several sanctioned competitions in the Traverse City Area. Brandon has always had a passion for anything to do with horses. He volunteered for organizations such as Therapeutic Ride Algoma. He also spends several weeks every summer at his aunt’s horse farm in Southern Ontario where he has been exposed to reigning and cutting. When not working as a Registered Practical Nurse for the Group Health Centre, Brandon can usually be found at Strathclair Farm with his horse Kid. Brandon is eager to share his knowledge and passion for horses with other riders at Strathclair Farm.
Brandon Davis began riding at the age of 6. He began riding competitively at the age of 8 and throughout the years, was able to successfully compete in several different divisions of the Trillium Hunter Jumper Circuit, including the Annual Championship Show. He has also successfully competed in several sanctioned competitions in the Traverse City Area. Brandon has always had a passion for anything to do with horses. He volunteered for organizations such as Therapeutic Ride Algoma. He also spends several weeks every summer at his aunt’s horse farm in Southern Ontario where he has been exposed to reigning and cutting. When not working as a Registered Practical Nurse for the Group Health Centre, Brandon can usually be found at Strathclair Farm with his horse Kid. Brandon is eager to share his knowledge and passion for horses with other riders at Strathclair Farm.
