Pam Allen-LeBlanc is a classically trained Pony Club instructor, studied Dressage and grew up showing Draft Horses though she now employs Holistic horsemanship, Animal Communication, Usui/Holy Fire® and KarunaReiki®, meditation, mindfulness and essential oils in lessons.
Pam is a fan of the work of Monty Roberts, Mark Rashid, Linda Kohanov and Sally Swift (Centered Riding) and has been fortunate to have met and worked with all but Sally as well as some of the most forward thinking horseman in the world. She was the first Centered Riding Instructor in Atlantic Canada and is CANTRA certified to teach Therapeutic Riding. She is also a Licensed Reiki Master Teacher with the International Center for Reiki Training. Pam speaks on Hidden Brook Farm’s unique and effective way of working with horses in Podcasts, Symposiums and educational events around the world.
Bertina Donahue apprenticed with Pam for several years and has now taken over our unique Horsemanship sessions. Bertina does a wonderful job teaching our gentle horsemanship lessons.
Riding lessons at Hidden Brook Farm are quite different from traditional lessons. The relaxed, low pressure atmosphere is the perfect learning environment.
We ride bitless, barefoot and bareback. Our riders gain excellent seats and are known for their understanding of the psychology of the horse. Most of our students find their weekly lesson with us “therapy” as our “Reiki horses” work to reduce our stress. Parents who accompany children also benefit.
The horses we use in lessons are all incredible animals and are Reiki masters which means they are able to share Reiki with their students if they choose.
There are a few openings in our riding program at the moment. Please let us know if you wish to join us by emailing pam@reikifromthefarm.com or texting 506-260-6213.
Although students ride when the horses are able, we also offer an opportunity to people who wish to WALK with some of the horses who cannot take riders. Students experience the benefit of the weekly Reiki, fresh air, quality horse time and connection with the magic of Hidden Brook Farm.
Lesson Times ($45 weekly plus once per year $60 insurance fee, commitment required)
- Thurs. 6:00pm Energy and Lightworker’s group
- Fri. 4:30pm beginner/intermediate class
- Sat. 9:30am advanced riders class
- Sat. 11:00am gentle class
Lessons run 12 months/year and cost $45 weekly (even if you are away) as well as a once per year insurance fee of $60 which is due when you start riding with us and then annually in March. Payment is due at the beginning of each month. We cancel lessons if road conditions are treacherous and you do not pay for those classes. You can adjust payment the following month.
The horses have 3-4 weeks of vacation annually. 2-3 weeks at the end of June/beginning of July to save you from the ravages of horse flies and One week between Christmas and New Year. We continue during other holidays.
We require a commitment to a lesson spot, and payment is due whether or not the student can attend the session. If the instructor is unavailable or the weather makes the roads difficult no payment is necessary.
With our lovely riding arena, lessons are rain or shine, winter and summer – and we hold lessons on the trail whenever we can. In very cold or very hot weather or during thunder storms – an indoor lesson (in the house) is offered with a series of informative movies designed to exponentially increase your knowledge of horses.
Lessons are 60 minutes long. You can download our liability form here: Equestrian Activities Waiver and Release of Liability
For lessons, students must wear a CSA approved riding helmet (Shurgain Feeds & Needs), long pants and closed toe shoes or boots. Parents must also wear close toed footware.
Winter riding: Lined jeans (with stretch) or lined breeches and winter riding boots are recommended in the cold weather along with thermal or wool socks (not cotton). Winter helmet covers are helpful too. Snow or wind pants are not recommended as they are too slippery. A warm mitten or glove with grip is also good in winter.
We would love to have you join us if this speaks to you!