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LEARN TO RIDE:

Cidermill Farms offers year round riding lessons for children (minimum age 5 years) to adults. Our program accommodates the total beginner as well as the experienced rider. We aim to develop proper riding technique on the flat and over fences, strong horsemanship skills, and safe horse handling & practises in a comfortable and supportive learning environment. (novice riding lesson video 1, video 2, video 3, video 4)

LESSONS: REGISTRATION FORM

Students (beginner through advanced) start their program in private lessons where they are assessed for skill level and appropriate class placement. Once the student has mastered the basics and can ride safely within a group situation, they are moved into a group class.

(intermediate video 1, video 2, video 3)

CEF RIDER LEVEL PROGRAM:

Our curriculum follows Canadian Equestrian Federation Rider Level Program. Students are prepared in horsemanship theory and practise and are encouraged to take part in the CEF examination program which is offered by our CEF certified coaches on site. LEARN MORE

LEARN TO SHOW:

Cidermill hosts and attends a number of dressage and hunter schooling shows for students interested in competition. We also provide school horses and coaching for our students learning to show. LEARN MORE

RIDING CAMPS: REGISTRATION FORM

Full day riding camps are offered through the summer months, during March Break and also during School PD days. Students ride twice a day as well as participate in stable management and horsemanship theory activities. LEARN MORE

HOW DO I GET STARTED?

Contact Cidermill by phone (519-738-4999) or by e-mail ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ). Let us know the name and riding experience (if any) of the prospective student, along with a contact number or email address for the student. We will have an instructor contact you to book a lesson.

WHAT DO I NEED TO GET STARTED?

Cidermill has a selection of well-schooled horses for you to begin your riding program. Students will require comfortable slacks or riding breeches, a properly fitted CSA approved riding helmet and a riding boot with a small heel. All are available at local tack shops where knowledgeable sales staff can assist you. Riding helmuts are available for loan for students who are taking their first lessons. We recommend that you purchase a helmut as soon as you commit to an ongoing program.

WHAT IS THE COST OF LESSONS?

The cost of a lesson is $35.00 plus HST for a single lesson (private or group). Note that riding lessons qualify for the Government of Canada's Children’s Activity Tax Refund.

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