Lessons & Clinics
Build skills, strengthen partnerships, and take the next step in your horsemanship journey.
Weekly Riding Lessons
At Foundations, we’re proud to partner with the Lethbridge Therapeutic Riding Association (LTRA) to make horsemanship lessons accessible to riders of all abilities. Taught by Jay Skoog, Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA) instructor, these programs combine the best of equine-facilitated wellness with structured, skill-building horsemanship education.
Whether you’re just beginning your riding journey or looking to refine your skills, lessons follow a clear CHA format to ensure progression, safety, and confidence at every level. Many of our students start as beginners, but the program is designed to support riders as they grow — offering pathways from foundational horsemanship through more advanced skills.
Through this partnership, lessons remain inclusive, affordable, and community-focused, while still providing the professionalism, structure, and individual attention every rider deserves.
This link will redirect you to the LTRA Lesson Registration page
Upcoming Clinics
Connection & Liberty Clinic
Lethbridge Therapeutic Riding Association Arena
January 31 – February 1
This two-day Connection & Liberty Clinic focuses on developing clear communication, trust, and willing partnership with the horse—both on the ground and at liberty.
Designed for trail riders and horse people who value calm, thoughtful horsemanship, this clinic explores how horses learn, respond to pressure, and stay emotionally regulated in new or challenging environments. The emphasis is on creating a horse that is not just compliant, but confident, connected, and mentally present.
Participants will work through:
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Foundational connection exercises that translate to safer, more relaxed riding
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Liberty-based communication to improve feel, timing, and awareness
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Understanding the horse’s emotional state and how to influence it
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Practical tools that carry directly into trail riding and real-world situations
Auditors are welcome at no cost.
Auditing is informal—no registration required. Simply come observe, take notes, and learn.
Registration & Event Details
This clinic is organized and registered through the Southern Alberta Trail Riders Association (SATRA).
Learn more about SATRA and clinic registration through their website:
If you have questions about the clinic format or auditing, feel free to contact us directly.
Virtual Coaching
Personalized Feedback, Wherever You Ride
Take your riding to the next level with our Virtual One-on-One Coaching program.
As a founding student, you’ll receive weekly personalized feedback tailored to your goals:
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Submit one 15-minute video each week.
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Get detailed time-stamped notes with clear corrections.
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Receive a 3–5 minute video/voice summary with priorities for your next ride.
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Ask one follow-up question each week for continued progress.
Founding Student Rate: $200/month (limited to the first 10 riders).
Stay Connected with Foundations
At Foundations, our clinics and lessons are just the beginning of the journey. We’re here to support riders and trainers with ongoing resources, training programs, and a community built on good horsemanship. Stay connected with us to discover new learning opportunities, follow our training, and keep growing alongside your horse.