Welcome Trial - first time session
A Session for intake trial, meeting the horses, discussing program needs. Charge is Per rider.
Service Description
During your first session with us, we'll start by discussing your goals for the program. Whether you're interested in learning French classical dressage—an approach focused on communication and mutual learning with the horse—or seeking to enhance awareness, manage anxiety and depression, and develop assertive communication skills, we tailor our sessions to meet your specific needs. You'll have the opportunity to explore mindfulness techniques, meditation, and box breathing, understanding how our thoughts influence behaviours and learning strategies to foster a positive mindset and inner balance. Our sessions encompass everything from grooming and tacking up to riding and caring for the horse afterward, emphasizing classical horsemanship where the horse is treated as a respected partner. We prioritize listening to the horse, allowing them to guide us, and engaging all our senses in the riding experience—immersing ourselves in sights, sounds, smells, and tactile sensations. More than just riding, our sessions offer healing, meditation, mindfulness, and profound learning experiences. Additionally, we incorporate activities like archery, kids' golf, and interaction with animals in our petting zoo round pen, providing a serene environment where families, especially those with special needs, can relax and enjoy. Our approach caters to individuals who thrive in a calm, supportive atmosphere, ensuring everyone can participate fully and comfortably.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy: 24 Hour Notice / Missed Appointment Policy Due to equine expenses and staff costs for this specialized programming, Riverview maintains a 24 hour cancellation and missed appointment policy that is reviewed upon intake and signed in your initial session. Riverview cannot direct bill any insurance company for either appointments or late cancellation fees, and as such, the client will be required to pay the entire fee. 50% of fees are due at time of booking, with 50% due the day of the session. Cancellation with more than 24 Hours Notice Cancellations with more than 24 hours are perfectly acceptable and we are happy to assist you to find a time and date that work better for you, for a full refund or reservation of a different date. Cancellation with less than 24 Hours Notice Clients are responsible for a 50% administrative fee per session of booked time for late cancellations, barring an emergency or severe weather (unsafe to drive, storm, absurd temperatures). Missed Counselling Appointments Clients are responsible to pay the total cost of the session if they cancel with less than 3 hours' notice, or do not show up for their appointment. Please understand that we have year round costs to run the program: staff, horse care, feed, insurance, taxes, heat, power, water, vet bills etc. Thank you for understanding that while Wanda's main concern is client growth and happiness, missed appointments adversely affect other clients being able to book, missed opportunity costs, and Wanda's expenses.
Contact Details
2 51028 Range Road 261, Spruce Grove, AB, Canada