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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. Western lessons are available by request only. 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. |
Group LessonsJoin 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 40 lessons is $37.80 / lesson if paid in full or $42 / lesson if making pre-payments Ages 8 and up. |
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* A $40 Membership and $100 Activity fee must be paid upfront
Payments can be made via cash or cheque or e-transfer (please use "Rider's last name" for the answer/password).
Payments can be made via cash or cheque or e-transfer (please use "Rider's last name" for the answer/password).
Additional Lesson Options
Please see Pricing Schedule for details and the additional options available.
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Lesson Registration
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Tina Breed Lessons
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We are very pleased to announce that Tina Breed has agreed to continue offering lessons to those interested at Strathclair Farm. Tina will be teaching lessons on Monday nights. Prices for Tina's lessons are as follows:
2 riders for 1 hour = $40 per rider 3 riders for 1 hour = $35 per rider Private lesson = $40.00 for a half hour If using a Club horse, there is a fee of $15.00 per lesson. |
Lesson's are reserved in blocks of 6 and payment is due prior to beginning your first lesson.
Please note that privates are not guaranteed - this will depend on the amount of riders interested in taking lessons. We will make every effort to try and accommodate however. If anyone is interested in participating in lessons with Tina, please email with your interest. |
Meet the Instructing Team
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.
Hilary Rock has been riding for 19 years in many different disciplines with her main focus being equitation, hunters, and jumpers. She has her OEF English Rider Level Six and looks forward to completing the competitive coach certification. Hilary was a riding instructor at Strathclair Farms for many years before she went out of town for University. While attending Western University, Hilary competed successfully in both the OUEA and IHSA. As well as competing she was the Collegiate Coach of the International IHSA Hunt Seat Team at Western through the USHJA. In the past, she has worked at numerous different show barns as a day and overnight camp counselor, doing general barn chores, a show groom, instructor, working and training horses, etc. Throughout her competitive years she has received recognition for many accomplishments with her most valued achievement being the THJA Sportsmanship Award. She hopes to continue to share her passion and expertise within the equestrian world.
