Riding Programs

Queenswood Stables Horse Riding Camps

The information below will help to navigate our riding program options and booking process.

All lessons/riding can be booked by emailing: lessons@queenswoodstables.com.

Very Important: At time of booking, please include the student’s full name, and if under 18 (age), lesson date and time on e-transfer. If a password is required, please use “Queenswood”.

Program Options

Session Packages

The year is divided into 4 sessions of 12 lessons:

  • Spring: March, April, May
    No lessons: April 27, May 24, 2025
    Pause week: May 28 - June 3, 2025
    Make-up Lessons: May 23, 24 and 26, 2025
      
  • Summer: June, July, August
    No lessons: June 1, August 20, 2025
    Pause week: July 23 - 29, 2025
    Make-up lessons: July 25 and 26, 2025
     
  • Fall: September, October, November
    No lessons: October 19, 2025
    Pause week: October 21 - 27, 2025
    Make-up lessons: October 24 and 25, 2025
     
  • Winter: December, January, February
    Lessons scheduled for December 31 will be moved to December 27, 2025.
    Lessons scheduled for January 1 will be moved to December 28.
    Pause week: December 23 - 29, 2025
    Make-up lessons: December 27 and 28, 2025

Payment for the full session must be made in advance. Spaces will be held for currently registered students until the 15th of the month before the new session begins. During the weeks that there are no courses, individual private lessons and practice rides may be available.

Make-up Lessons

Students enrolled in a session are eligible for a maximum of two make-up lessons per session

  • Must be scheduled on the predetermined make-up days either during the current session or the session immediately following. If you are unable to make up the lessons during these periods, the lessons will be forfeited
  • To be eligible, the lesson MUST be canceled 48 hours in advance via email
  • Students can self-register on the makeup sheets provided once Queenswood receives an email and the rider is deemed eligible for their makeup lesson
  • Spaces will be filled on a first come first served basis
  • Refunds are not provided

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Pay per Lesson
  • Individual lessons can be booked whenever there are spaces available
  • Payment is required 48 hrs in advance to confirm your space

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Practice Rides
  • Practice rides may be available for currently registered students with their instructor’s consent.\50 minute maximum duration including cool down
  • Students may practice some of their skills while ensuring the ride is enjoyable for their horse
  • Horses must be properly warmed up/cooled down and groomed after riding including blanketing if required
  • Riders must never ride without another person at the barn
  • Minors must always have an adult parent or guardian present unless it is during one of the supervised practice rides

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Pony Rides

This is a great opportunity to learn about the wonderful world of horses from a young age!

30 minute one-on-one lesson including:

  • learning how to groom and tack up the pony/horse
  • how to be safe and comfortable working with ponies/horses
  • 15 minute mounted lesson

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Introductory Classes

This is ideal for beginners or students who need a refresher to get you started on your equestrian journey. Available for ages 7 to adult.

45 minute private lesson including:

  • learning to groom and tack up your horse/pony in preparation for your lesson
  • a ridden part where you will learn basic skills in preparation to join the lesson programming

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Advanced Rider Program (Intermediate Riders only)

The advanced rider program is tailored to intermediate and advanced riders looking to hone their skills. The horses in the advanced rider program include young horses of various ages and abilities (rider will be appropriately matched) and when available FEI horses or experienced jumpers.

These horses can teach amateurs and professionals alike how to ride young horses, as well as the more refined aspects of dressage, including connection, collection, and the lateral movements.

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Winter Session Package Special

We understand that winter can present challenges for scheduling. To accommodate those who wish to continue riding but are unable to commit to a full session, we offer an 8-lesson package.

  • Lessons will be booked based on rider and Queenswood's availability each week
  • Students may book a second package in the winter session
  • Students may book up to 4 lessons in a week based on availability
  • Cancellations are not eligible for makeup lessons
  • Does not guarantee a riding space for the spring session
  • Lessons must be used up before the end of the winter session
  • Prices vary depending on the class chosen, email us for a quote

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Half Lease

Half leasing is an excellent option for Queenswood students to continue learning as well as implement their skills.

Half leasing includes 8 practice rides and 4 semi private lessons per month. This allows students to continue their education while also learning to ride on their own.

This is a wonderful step towards horse ownership, or for someone who is not ready to commit to horse ownership but would like to ride more than once a week.

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Full Lease

Full leasing offers the opportunity to practice horse ownership without the purchase cost and long term commitment.

Queenswood covers major medical expenses and all other expenses are covered by the lessee. The lessee may ride the horse and take lessons up to 6 x per week.

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Find out details on how to book a riding lesson at Queenswood Stables in Ottawa

New Clients
  • Please complete the liability form online prior to your arrival
    https://bit.ly/QWSLiabilityWaiver
  • Upon arrival, come to the small indoor arena where your instructor/staff member will help you get started
  • Every effort will be made to help students who are still learning how to tack up get their horse ready for the start of the lesson. The time spent teaching beginner students about grooming and tacking up may be used as part of their riding time
    Exception: Pony rides and introductory classes include grooming and tacking up as part of the lesson, so students are not required to arrive early
  • Riding helmets are available if you don’t have your own
  • ALL riders must ride with a boot or a shoe with a small heel
  • Proper closed-toe footwear is required in the barn for everyone (parents, siblings, and friends)

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Regular Clients
  • Students should arrive at least 20 minutes prior to your lesson start time
  • Riders capable of tacking up on their own are expected to have their assigned mount ready and in the ring prior to their lesson start time

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