English and Western Learn to Ride Programs / Rider Development

AEF administers the English Learn to Ride 1-8 Program and the Western Learn to RIde1-4 Program and Western Intermediate Rider Program. These programs are preparatory for becoming a Certified Coach or Instructor, but are also excellent goal-setting tools for coaches and riders alike. Be sure to visit the menu on the left to find what you are looking for.

To begin the process of participating in one of the Learn to Ride Program, the first step would be to find a current EC-certified coach whom will be able to accurately prepare you for your rider level tests as well as conduct them. A list of current Alberta EC-certified coaches can be found by CLICKING HERE.

Program Materials/Resources

English Rider Manuals 1-2, 3-5, 6-8

Western Rider Manuals 1, 2, 3, 4

Stable Management Book

All of these books are available from our Online Store and are HIGHLY Recommended as resources for both the Learn to Ride Programs.

PLEASE NOTE: Candidates wishing to receive certification as a instructor/coach, MUST complete Learn to Ride Programs PRIOR to applying to any of our instructor/coaching programs.