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Riding Programs at Sprout Meadows
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At Sprout Meadows, we believe a solid foundation in horsemanship is essential for riders to succeed and enjoy many happy years with their equine partners.
We offer a variety of riding programs on our safe and friendly lesson horses, or your own mount, focusing on English disciplines including hunter/jumper, dressage, groundwork, and more. Our team of experienced coaches allows riders to select instruction that best suits their goals and skill level.
We welcome riders ages 4 and up, from beginners learning for fun to those training for high-performance and competition. Safety for riders and well-being of horses are always our top priorities. All coaches are insured, first aid certified, and have current criminal record checks.

Tiny Tot Lessons (Ages 4–6)
A 20-minute mini lesson designed for our youngest riders. Lessons can be booked as a one-time experience or on a regular schedule.
$55/lesson (plus applicable taxes)
Please note: this class does not include catching, grooming, or tacking the ponies.

Learn to Ride
A 1-hour lesson where riders learn to catch, groom, tack up, and ride at walk/trot, then untack, groom, and put the horse away.
$75/lesson (plus applicable taxes)

School Horse Lessons
Group lessons tailored to rider level, 45–60 minutes.
$75/lesson (plus applicable taxes)
Private lessons with a school horse:
$85/private + $40/use of school horse (plus applicable taxes)

Lessons on Your Own or Leased Horse
​Group lessons, 30–60 minutes depending on rider level.
$55/lesson (plus applicable taxes)
Private lessons:
$85/private (plus applicable taxes)

Administration Fee – $25 (plus applicable taxes) the admin fee is applied per invoice to support the operational and regulatory costs of running Sprout Meadows, including:
  • Business and liability insurance
  • Office administration, scheduling, and client communications
  • Billing and payment processing
  • Bookkeeping and accounting
  • Office supplies
This fee is separate from lesson, board, or service fees and is not a coaching or riding charge.
Lesson Format
  • Students should arrive 30 minutes prior to group lessons to catch, groom, and tack up their horse. Tiny Tots and Learn to Ride classes do not require early arrival.
  • Lessons start mounted and ready to ride (private lessons may mount 15 minutes early for warm-up, if approved).
  • After lessons, students are expected to cool out, groom, and put away horses and tack properly.
  • Group lessons typically take 1–2 hours; Learn to Ride classes are 1 hour.
  • New riders may require an assessment lesson to ensure proper placement in groups.
Lesson content may include dressage and beginning jumping. Instructors may adjust lessons to prioritize horse well-being, replacing jumping with flatwork if necessary.
We offer programs for:
  • Recreational riders: learning and enjoying horses
  • High-performance/competition riders: must own or lease a horse. Please inquire for details.

Rider Turnout RequirementsAll riders must wear:
  • ASTM-certified helmet (helmets available onsite until own is purchased)
  • Boots with a ½–1” heel
  • Long pants (breeches or snug-fitting pants recommended)
  • Gloves
  • Crop (for group lessons, with instructor approval)
Additional recommendations:
  • Paddock boots with half chaps
  • Long hair must be tied back or secured in a hairnet
Helmet fit guide:
  • Rim: 1–2 finger widths above eyes
  • Straps: form a V under the earlobe
  • Buckle snug on chin; helmet should hug the head
  • New helmets should feel slightly tight; padding loosens over time
Pricing and Policies
  • Lesson prices are subject to 5% GST
  • Payment and cancellation policies are listed at the top of the page; please read carefully
  • Lesson changes must be submitted by email; requests are subject to schedule availability
  • Sprout Meadows schedules 4 weeks of vacation per year for staff and horses; monthly fees remain applicable
Additional Notes:
  • School horses may be used before or after your scheduled lesson; grooming or tacking may not be required
  • Riders under 18 must have a parent/guardian present at all times
​2026 SCHEDULED WEEKS OFF for the School Horses and Coaches

March 16-23
June 26-29
September 7-14
December 21-28
New Rider Form(s)  - All students are required to complete a waiver and ensure Sprout Meadows has all current contact information on file. Please print off and bring to your first class. Please note Parent or Guardian must sign off for anyone under 19yrs
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horse stable, riding lessons, horses for sale, horses for lease, lesson horse, Courtenay, BC