Have you ever dreamt of riding your horse brideless? Maybe you’ve tried and not found success? Bridleless riding is within everyone’s reach. NEA welcomes Ashley Bradspies of Jaxvale Horsemanship on May 6 & 7, 2023 to help make that dream a reality! Ashley will help you find the ultimate connection with your horse in a safe, structured and supportive coaching environment. Riders will be in groups of no more than 4 riders and will receive 2 hours of instruction each day(total of 4 hours). Get a group of 4 friends together and come out for an awesome weekend of learning. … Continued

Jim Greendyk has earned his reputation as one of Western Canada’s most successful riders, trainers and coaches of Reining Horses with a proven record of successfully competing in both Canada and the USA. In addition, Jim has the trust of International Clients from European countries who choose to leave their horses in Jim’s care to train and show. As an Open Rider since the age of 20, Jim’s unparalleled talent, tenacity, and adaptability in the show pen has been proven time and time again, often beating competitors with many more years of experience. There is no doubt that Jim is … Continued

Nanaimo Equestrian Association All Pony Show Sunday July 23, 2023 Fun Show for all ponies ridden/driven by children or adults. Halter, In-Hand Agility, Trail, English, Western, Games, Driving Horse Council BC General Performance Show Forms to Download Prize List  --  Entry Form Judges: Fonda Munro (Trail and Agility) Tina Knott (Halter and Driving) Barb Parker (Performance) AWARDS: Ribbons will be awarded first to sixth. Hi Point Aggregate Rider/Driver Awards: Junior C/Adult Junior A/B Point Aggregate Pony Awards (does not include halter, lead line or costume classes): VSE Small/Med Pony Large Pony Most Versatile Pony The Horse Council BC Rule Book, … Continued

Jim Greendyk has earned his reputation as one of Western Canada’s most successful riders, trainers and coaches of Reining Horses with a proven record of successfully competing in both Canada and the USA. In addition, Jim has the trust of International Clients from European countries who choose to leave their horses in Jim’s care to train and show. As an Open Rider since the age of 20, Jim’s unparalleled talent, tenacity, and adaptability in the show pen has been proven time and time again, often beating competitors with many more years of experience. There is no doubt that Jim is … Continued

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