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Learning Opportunities at the Ranch

Throughout the season we offer a variety of clinics, seminars, and specialty series designed to help riders deepen their knowledge and develop practical skills. From horsemanship and riding to mindset and performance, these sessions provide focused learning opportunities for riders looking to grow both in and out of the saddle. All clinics and training series are led by Elana von Doeler, licensed Equestrian Canada Coach, together with her experienced coaching team.

2026 Clinic, Seminars & Series Dates

Roping Practice - Tuesday Nights in June

Roping Practice - Tuesday Nights in June

Roping Practice - Tuesday Nights in June

Ages: All ages 

Dates: June 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th 

Time: 6:15pm

Experience: Beginner / Intermediate 

New Ropers Welcome!


Single Sessions: $60 

Ground Roping Only: $10 


Join us on Tuesday nights for ground roping, tracking cattle and roping off horseback for those who are ready. 


We will begin with ground roping, followed by live cattle work or roping the sled. 


Von Doeler's Ranch students are welcome to use a ranch horse for this series at no additional cost. 


Text to register: 705-477-6655

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Rider Fitness Audits - June 20

Roping Practice - Tuesday Nights in June

Roping Practice - Tuesday Nights in June

Experience: All levels / novice horsemen welcome


1.5 hour sessions per rider (groups of 2) 

Cost: $180


Equestrian Fitness Expert, Nardine Oaks, will be offering her fitness audits for riders ready to be a better partner for their horse!


Choose this clinic solely, or pair it up with Elana von Doeler's horsemanship clinic on June 21, for a discounted rate. 


Nardin Oaks Fitness Audits + Full Day Horsemanship Clinic Cost: $330 tax included! 

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Mindset & Horsemanship Clinic- June 21

Roping Practice - Tuesday Nights in June

Teen Leadership Program (Overnight)- Aug 4-6

Ages: 10+ (some exceptions)

Experience: All levels / novice horsemen welcome

Time: 9:30am -4:00pm


Cost: $165 + HST


Gain a deeper understanding of your horse, no matter your discipline or goals. This clinic will bring awareness to key areas that influence our growth as riders—and in turn our horse’s development, confidence, and well-being.


This one-day clinic will focus on:
• Rider energy and regulation
• Rewiring horse and rider patterns
• Clear communication and body language
• Bits and equipment
• Groundwork for strength and balance
• At-home tension release techniques


This clinic is  also suitable for young or green horses. Riding optional. 

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Teen Leadership Program (Overnight)- Aug 4-6

Single Day Barrel Racing & Season Evaluation - Fall Date TBD

Teen Leadership Program (Overnight)- Aug 4-6

Ages: 12- 17 

Experience: Strong Novice to Advanced

Accommodation: Tent with access to modern facilities (provided)

Start time: 9:30am Day 1, finish 4pm Day 3. 


Cost: $625 + HST 

Early Bird: $575 + HST (when booked by June 1) 


Meals: Meals included, campers will help with meal prep and clean up as part of our leadership program. Please pack snacks. 


3 Day / 2 Night Overnight 

Teens will work with our experienced coaches to bring their riding to another level all while enjoying ranch life to the fullest.


This camp will focus on: 

Discipline Specific Lessons (Jumping, Barrel Racing, Cattle Work, Horsemanship)

Leadership in and out of the arena 

Horsemanship & Horse Care 

Equipment Use & Fit 


English and Western Riding

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Cattle Work & Cross Training Clinic- Date TBD

Single Day Barrel Racing & Season Evaluation - Fall Date TBD

Single Day Barrel Racing & Season Evaluation - Fall Date TBD

Ages: 10+ (some exceptions)
Experience: Novice–Advanced
Time: 9:30am – 4:30pm

Cost: $165 + HST

This clinic is designed to expand horse & rider capacity, provide cross training tools to strengthen the body.

 

Elana and her assistant coach will help riders develop feel, confidence, and versatility through a combination of rider mindset, horsemanship, cross training and cattle work. 


Cattle work (for all levels) is incorporated in this clinic for both mental and physical benefits. 


Topics include:
• Communication and body language
• Proper movement and positioning of the horse
• Sorting, tracking, and turning cattle


Join us for a day of learning, problem-solving, and practical tools you can bring home to your own program.


Horse Rental available if needed: $50 + HST

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Single Day Barrel Racing & Season Evaluation - Fall Date TBD

Single Day Barrel Racing & Season Evaluation - Fall Date TBD

Single Day Barrel Racing & Season Evaluation - Fall Date TBD

Ages: 10+ (some exceptions) 

Experience: Intermediate / Advanced Riders 

Time: 9:30am - 4:30pm


Cost: $165 + HST 


Single Day


Debrief your season, create a 6 month slow season plan. 

Instilling slow season routines

Exercises to come back stronger

Evaluate what is working and areas of focus 

Pattern Work 

Timing & Feel 

Horsemanship & foundations


Elana's goal is to equip you with skills & tools to continue on your journey with an understanding of WHY and WHEN to use different techniques and tools. This clinic is designed to set you up for an exceptional 2027 season.


Horse Rental available if needed: $50 + HST

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Would you like to organize your own clinic?

Clinics are available for groups of 2-12 riders. 

Elana will cater to your groups interests, experience & goals. These clinics will focus on "complete performance", ensuring fitness, equipment use, training, mental strategies, horsemanship and much more.

Clinics can be held at Von Doeler's Ranch or at your location. 


Disciplines may include: 

Barrel Racing (Beginner- Advanced)

Breakaway Roping (Beginner- Intermediate)

Horsemanship (All levels) 

Mindset & Nervous System

3-Day Eventing (through Preliminary level)


Rates per day: 

2 Riders: $350 per rider 

3-5 Riders: $250 per rider

6-10 Riders: $175 per rider 

*Travel fees may apply, tax is additional 

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