What horses can teach us about ourselves

Ages 8-16 9:30AM – 2:00PM Daily Therapeutic clients and those funded by Autism Funding not eligible. Please see our inclusive camps listed under our therapeutic services . 2026 DATES: All Day Camps: $370 +gst July 7, 8, 9 in Oliver July 14, 15, 16 in Oliver July 21, 22, 23 near Penticton August 11, 12, 13 near Penticton August 18, 19, 20 in Oliver What is Horsemanship? Horsemanship is a skillset and knowledge base that allows humans to safely and beneficially partner with h

Join us for a very special day of learning at the ranch! Learn to create safe, inclusive spaces that foster growth, respect, curiosity, and belonging with a thorough introduction to the Cultivating Safe Spaces framework. For a detailed description of the day Click here! Saturday April 11th, 2026 10am - 4pm 5621 Sawmill Rd. Oliver, BC. Seminar cost: $280+gst Includes a rustic lunch and refreshments. Please dress for outdoor conditions with footwear appropriate for sandy footi

Have you ever heard it said that the key to success with a horse is to “show ‘em who’s boss?”  Have you ever wondered where that comes from?  Or if it works?  Well, the answer to that depends largely on what kind of boss we become.

The horses of my teen years are largely responsible for who I am becoming today. It’s fair to say that horses rescued me from soul crushing trauma. While I may have still lived without their grounding influence, I highly doubt I’d be growing and thriving the way I am today without them. And while I am very much fulfilled when I can serve my human clients, I don’t do it primarily for them. I do it to honour the horses of my childhood, and of the future, and all the ways th

Introducing a new group series at Riding 4 Life Ranch called Saturday Sessions! Join Leann (and DeeDee her new trusty demo steed!) as she covers some of her favourite horsemanship topics, tools, passions, and the occasional pet peeve on select Saturday afternoons. Format will be a topic focused group horsemanship clinic. Each session will include instruction and demonstration for the whole group followed by some practice and individualized feedback. Sessions will likely las

Tack Swap March 28 Eggscellent Easter Egg Hunt April 4th Cultivating Safe Spaces April 11th Non-Dominant Horsemanship April 12th Women's Retreat May 8, 9, 10

Join us as we kick off our spring programs at the ranch. Enjoy a pony ride, browse some vendor tables, bid on a item and more!

Our Spring Break Camp is now FULL! Click here for details about our summer camps MARCH 24, 25, 26 9:30am - 2:00pm daily, Ages 8-16 $370 + gst Therapeutic clients and those funded by Autism Funding not eligible. Please see our inclusive camps listed under our therapeutic services . What is Horsemanship? Horsemanship is a skillset and knowledge base that allows humans to safely and beneficially partner with horses in a way that enhances the lives of both species. It’s rewards

We'll have pony rides, games, prizes, crafts, a photo booth, and of course an Easter egg hunt!

Sunday December 21st, 12pm - 3pm at the RANCH! Calling all boarders, clients, families, friends, and fans of Riding 4 Life. Join us horse crazy barn dwellers to raise a warm drink to the shortest day of the year. It only gets brighter from here! Bring your mittens and a winter treat to share with your fellow barn folk. And remember - we'll be rain, snow, or shine on this one - we can always take a propane fire pit under cover.

Did you know that everyone at Riding 4 Life takes lessons and continues their education? Even your instructors?   In fact, over the...

The view from Quiggly on an early November evening at the Ranch. There's no doubt about it... our little ranch in Oliver can be absolutely beautiful in the winter. And for the first time in a long time, thanks to our covered arena there, Riding 4 Life is offering a winter short set of lessons.  Our old blue barn lit up for the winter solstice We will run 4 weeks of lessons beginning November 12th in Oliver. We may also run another 6 week set beginning February 4th if the we

Last year's Team Tournament event was a massive hit! So, backed by popular demand we plan to do it again this year. Mark your calendars for Sunday November 2nd from 10am - 2pm. We'll have some spooky obstacles, some games, a ranch riding pattern, and more. Don't forget the smokies, chili, and pumpkin bowling too! Most of our riders/handlers really enjoy working toward some sort of goal where they can celebrate their new skills and show them off to family and friends.  We als

Tentative 2026 Spring Break Camp March 24, 25, 26 9:30am - 2pm at the Ranch in Oliver Or check out all of our camp dates including our...

A brief look back as we plan to move forward! As the fall approaches - it's scheduling time again at Riding 4 Life. And with that comes a bit of planning and reflection. So here's an update for you all just ahead of our fall session. NOTE: For those who are hoping to schedule this fall, that invite is coming later today for returning riders, and new clients can expect that info to come in a week or so. Chris giving a speech at our anniversary celebration As many of you know

We have some exciting challenges and changes coming at Riding 4 Life this fall. Firstly, our waitlist just keeps growing! This is both...

We have some openings for new riders in our roster at the Ranch in Oliver and registration is open until March 15th for our spring...

We'll have pony rides, games, prizes, crafts, a photo booth, and of course an Easter egg hunt!

Did you know that Riding 4 Life used to have a newsletter? It's been almost 16 years since it's last issue but it's true. And we've...

Thinking of owning your own horse some day? Wondering if you have what it takes?