Storm Ridge Equestrian

08/17/2024

So much truth to this. I have ridden countless horses over the years and have learned something from each and every one of them, whether it's the old reliable schoolmaster or the young stock that is still learning. I give thanks to each horse that has made me the confident horsewoman I am today 🐴❤️

A small stab in the heart is what you feel when you put up the day's riding list and you see riders sinking heavily in their shoulders when reading which horse they are assigned for the lesson. A small stab in the heart for that horse that for an hour will carry around a rider who has already decided that he does not like his horse. A small stab in the heart for the horse that did not choose the rider himself but still does his best, lesson after lesson.

Riding is a privilege and something you have chosen to do. If you chose to ride at a riding school, your instructor assumes that you actually want to learn how to ride. The instructor's highest wish is that you get good at it.

Often there is a plan and a thought as to why you are assigned to that exact horse. Before you mount up next time, ask yourself "what can this horse teach me today?" All horses have something to give, a feeling or a new tool in the box.

The art is actually in being able to get a lazy horse to move forward, to get an uncertain horse to gain confidence, a naughty horse to focus or a tense horse to be released. It takes work. If you think a horse is boring, it's more likely that you don't ride the horse as well as you think! It's not easy to be confronted with your own shortcomings, but it is in that very situation that you get the chance to truly grow as a rider.

The excuse that "it's not my kind of horse" is actually a really bad excuse. A good rider can ride any kind of horse. A good rider has trained many hours on different types of horses to become a good rider. A good rider can find and manage the gold nuggets in every horse.

If we absolutely want to ride, it is our duty to strive to do it as best as possible, even if it's only for fun. We owe it to every horse that carries us upon it's back.

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08/11/2024

Bath day for these two 💖🦄🚿🐴🚿💖

07/17/2024

Looking my finest and demonstrating how to properly dismount from a horse. Thank you for your patience Romeo and for Brittany for catching these amazing shots 😅

07/17/2024

Another beautiful night for lessons! Spaces still available 🦄💕

07/02/2024

Beginner horsemanship and riding lessons available for both youth and adults. Located 10 minutes south of Leduc. Message for more information 🐎🐴

04/27/2024

Spots still available Tuesday and Thursday evenings for youth and adults. Message for more information.

04/03/2024

Hi All!

I will be starting my lesson program back up south of Leduc end of April. I have spots available for youth and adults. If you are wanting to have fun, learn about horses, horsemanship and horseback riding please send me a pm for more information 😁🐴

12/25/2023

Merry Christmas from the crew at Storm Ridge Equestrian 🎄🎅💕

12/25/2023

Lots has been going on with this Lil Lady since our last post!!

07/10/2023

She's coming along nicely 😊

06/11/2023

And here we have it.....first time on her back 😁

06/08/2023

Ya know what’s really sad?

So many of those of us who are burnt out are professionals who work with animals in some aspect - veterinarians, vet techs, farriers, trainers, coaches, etc.

Do you know why we work with animals?

Because we love them.

Do you know who makes things difficult for those animal loving professionals?

I’ll give you a hint, it’s not the animals.

Just be kind.

Just be respectful.

Just be appreciative.

They are not trying to make a quick buck off of you.

Running a business is expensive.

The overhead is expensive.

Supplies, materials and bills are expensive.

They understand that your pet is your baby and they are doing their best to help you.

Let’s end burn out.

We’re all here to help each other and the animals.

We’re on the same team, just in case you forgot.

🌻 Cara

06/08/2023

It's been a couple of weeks, but another session with this keen young lady. She picked up where she left off. I think I will be swinging that leg over her back the next time. My #1 Rye-Lee left his supper to watch closely. 😊

05/09/2023

After a short time off we are back to work. I stepped foot in the stirrup to see how she would do with the weight and she didn't even bat an ear. Taffy has a bit of attitude in certain situations, but when it comes to training, she is a really keen and easy student.

05/01/2023

A windy ride on my red lady Memphis Rain 😊

05/01/2023

So Saturday was bittersweet, Maxx's last ride in the arena. He has now gone home where he will continue his training and live his best life! I'm going to miss seeing the little guy regularly 💕🐴

04/06/2023

I think there is a bit of a theme to the lesson string 🤔😁

04/06/2023

Eli gets to spend a little time with his Uncle Prince.

04/06/2023

Finally able to take advantage of the nicer days and ride outside 😁

03/19/2023

A little canter work 🐎

03/19/2023

She is starting to look like a real horse 🥰

03/19/2023

We did a little lunging and ground driving with the saddle today 🐎

03/12/2023

Not too bad for her first time 😁💕

03/12/2023

Today Taffy learned about ground driving and she nailed it 🎉

03/10/2023

Love this 💕 another art piece by one of my talented students 😊

03/08/2023

I would like to introduce the newest member of the Storm Ridge Equestrian crew "TR Godiva Sun" aka Taffy. I have known Taffy since the day she arrived at the stables as a weanling and have watched her grow over the past 3.5 years. She has been gifted to me by a very special friend, who recently lost her courageous battle with cancer. My friends wish with Taffy was to ride her in the mountains one day. So I am going to honor that wish and get this lil lady trained and ready for that adventure. I will do my best to keep everyone updated on her progress 😊

09/17/2022

Its been awhile since I posted anything about this cutie. We have been doing a lot of work and going for adventures! He is coming so nicely 🥰

08/16/2022

Maxx's lesson tonight was standing without, biting at his lead rope, no pawing or pulling back. He nailed 20 minutes without any issues before he got a little bored. Hard to quiet a busy mind and teach a little patience 💕

08/15/2022

Tonight was a little more ground driving and I was able to catch a few photos and video. He is coming along so nicely!

08/15/2022

Saturday was farrier day for Maxx. He also had to patiently stand tied at the post. At least he has Storm to keep him company!