Finn’s First Ride 🖤
Yesterday, we decided it was time for Finn, a three-year-old Warmblood, to graduate from groundwork to mounted work.
After spending time building confidence, trust, and understanding from the ground, his owner quietly mounted from the mounting block while I stayed beside them as Finn’s emotional support human, leading him around on a lead rope.
For a young horse experiencing his very first walk under saddle with a rider, Finn was an absolute superstar. He stood quietly for mounting, walked forward confidently, and took everything in stride.
One of my favourite parts of starting young horses is seeing the payoff from taking the time to build a solid foundation first. There was no rushing, no drama, and no pressure, just a horse who understood the assignment and felt safe enough to try something new.
A huge congratulations to Felicia and Finn on this exciting milestone. This is just the beginning of their journey together, and I can’t wait to see what the future holds for this pair. ❤️
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Promoting compassionate horsemanship through brain-based, biomechanics based training & coaching.
✨ Meet Assistant Coach Ella! ✨
Ella has been riding for 18 years and brings experience in hunters, jumpers, and even western gaming. She’s currently working toward her Equestrian Canada coaching certification while also studying nursing. She is passionate about horses, wellness, and rehabilitation.
With the herd🐴 at Allieway Farm by her side and dressage goals on the horizon this summer, Ella is excited to keep learning, growing, and supporting riders in the B. Fex Horsemanship and Equitation lesson program.
We’re so excited to have her on the team!
Be sure to say hi if you see her at the barn! 🐴💛
06/08/2026
🌞Adult Summer Vaulting! 🐴
Monday nights at Nation Valley Ranch
Starting July 6th!
7 week program
Drop ins available
First timers welcome!
Come have fun, improve balance and confidence!
www.nationvalleyranch.com to register or email [email protected] for drop in sign up!
06/08/2026
🙏🏼 A Letter to the Patient Horse 🙏🏼
Dear Patient Horse,
I want you to know that I see you. Every day. I see you watching me while I busily run back and forth in front of your pen, sometimes doing chores, sometimes with another horse in hand. I see you look my way when you hear my voice, and then resume your nap as I walk the other way. I want you to know that I see you.
I see you treat me with patience as I work with you for the first time in a week. I see you as you accept my flaws and try your hardest, even when one of my flaws is that I ask for too much. I see you love me for who I am, even when I’m not at my best. I see you give me the grace I don’t deserve, simply because you’re happy that I’m with you. I want you to know that I see you.
I see you through my window watching the house as I wake up in the morning, promising you that today will be the day we do something together. I see you asking me to be accountable. I haven’t been accountable to you, my friend. I know that. Yet you love me anyway. You wait for me at the gate. You greet me with soft eyes and a kiss on the face.
I see you trying every day. I see you loving me. I hope you know how thankful I am for your patience. I hope you know I’m committed to you, even when it seems like I’m not. I hope you know that even when life seems to keep getting in the way, that you’re my horse and I’m your girl. I want you to know that I see you, I ALWAYS see you...even when it seems like I don’t.
06/05/2026
Assistant Coach Skye, on duty! 🐕
06/01/2026
⭐️Registration for our summer 2026 recreational program is now open! ⭐️
Limited spots are available
The summer program starts June 29th! 🌞
Message us your email to get all the info!
🌞Just for Summer! 🌞
ADULT BEGINNER VAULTING Monday nights!
05/28/2026
🐴 PRIVATE LESSON OPENING 🐴
B. Fex Horsemanship & Equitation has an opening for a private riding lesson with Coach Ella beginning in June!
🗓 Thursdays
⏰ 5:30 PM
📍 Richmond, ON
This is a great opportunity for riders looking to build confidence, improve their skills, and develop a stronger partnership with their horse in a supportive, encouraging environment. Lessons are tailored to the individual rider and horse combination, with a focus on safe, effective horsemanship both on the ground and in the saddle.
Coach Ella is working toward her EC coaching certification and brings a patient, kind, and enthusiastic approach to teaching riders of all ages and experience levels.
Limited availability — this spot is expected to fill quickly!
📩 Message B. Fex Horsemanship & Equitation or email [email protected] for more information or to reserve this spot.
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