RIDING OPTIONS AND PRICING
Fina Vista Farm is home to a lovely herd of Paso Fino Horses, a gaited breed of Spanish origin that is known for its smooth ride, loving temperament and brio. Wouldn't you love the opportunity to learn to ride, enjoy the trails or even tackle obstacles on the world's smoothest horse?
If you would like to discuss a different option or have any questions please contact us. Text is best.
For Memberships and Trail Riding, some experience is required. Helmets (available here for free use if you don't have one) and boots with heels to be worn by all riders, please come dressed appropriately, including long pants (stretchy recommended); parking area and outhouse at end of lane, in front of old barn.
Due to the smaller size of the Paso Fino Horse, we currently have a weight limit of #220 lbs for all riders.
ALL RIDES BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. BEST WAY TO CONTACT IS TO TEXT 519-829-6161.
Prices do not include HST. Payment is by cash or EMT to finavistafarm@hotmail.com.
Trail Riding
Guided Trail Rides
Absolutely the most fun way to relieve stress, enjoy nature and have a unique recreational experience sure to be remembered. Ride the beautiful trails here at Fina Vista Farm with a guide to make sure you make it back home for tea and swapping adventure tales.
Trails go through the beautiful Oak Hills just East of Stirling, Ontario. You will find a mix of winding forested pathways, open rolling fields, and plenty of lovely scenery. You can even challenge yourself to some Horseback Obstacles, if you wish. enjoy the famous luxury ride of the smooth-gaited Paso Fino Horse!
Some riding experience required; our trails are medium challenging and not well suited for total beginners.
As the Paso Fino is a smaller breed, currently our weight limit for rider is #220lb. Be sure to bring boots with heels and long pants suited for riding. Bring your helmet too, if you have one (we have some if you don't). Inexperienced Riders can be put on a pony line. In order to have adequate staff present, please notify us of any beginner riders and youth when booking.
Riders must be minimum 10 years old or have at least 6 months riding experience.
NOTE IT IS THE LAW IN ONTARIO FOR ANY RIDER 18 & UNDER TO WEAR BOOTS AND HELMET. TO RIDE YOU MUST COME DRESSED APPROPRIATELY PLEASE.
TRAIL RIDES PER PERSON (First ride with us): $65 per rider
Rides are roughly one hour, (extend your ride to 2 hours for $85).
TRAIL RIDE PER PERSON (returning riders): $45 per rider
We are so happy to see you back again that we offer a discounted price for returning riders.
(extend your return ride to 2 hours for $65)
Get in touch to book a ride by email or text to 519-829-6161.
Absolutely the most fun way to relieve stress, enjoy nature and have a unique recreational experience sure to be remembered. Ride the beautiful trails here at Fina Vista Farm with a guide to make sure you make it back home for tea and swapping adventure tales.
Trails go through the beautiful Oak Hills just East of Stirling, Ontario. You will find a mix of winding forested pathways, open rolling fields, and plenty of lovely scenery. You can even challenge yourself to some Horseback Obstacles, if you wish. enjoy the famous luxury ride of the smooth-gaited Paso Fino Horse!
Some riding experience required; our trails are medium challenging and not well suited for total beginners.
As the Paso Fino is a smaller breed, currently our weight limit for rider is #220lb. Be sure to bring boots with heels and long pants suited for riding. Bring your helmet too, if you have one (we have some if you don't). Inexperienced Riders can be put on a pony line. In order to have adequate staff present, please notify us of any beginner riders and youth when booking.
Riders must be minimum 10 years old or have at least 6 months riding experience.
NOTE IT IS THE LAW IN ONTARIO FOR ANY RIDER 18 & UNDER TO WEAR BOOTS AND HELMET. TO RIDE YOU MUST COME DRESSED APPROPRIATELY PLEASE.
TRAIL RIDES PER PERSON (First ride with us): $65 per rider
Rides are roughly one hour, (extend your ride to 2 hours for $85).
TRAIL RIDE PER PERSON (returning riders): $45 per rider
We are so happy to see you back again that we offer a discounted price for returning riders.
(extend your return ride to 2 hours for $65)
Get in touch to book a ride by email or text to 519-829-6161.
More Riding Options and Packages
Full Riding Membership
Want the fun and freedom of owning a horse without the commitment and extra expenses? Why not try a riding membership with our fine Paso Fino horses? Ride as much as you want on our lovely trails, or new sand ring. You pay one flat monthly fee and we look after the horse's care, vet bills, farrier bills, etc. Some riding experience is required, lessons available where needed. Members must hold valid equine liability insurance. You can also try different horses to expand your experience and skills. ALL memberships include on-property riding. Any off-site riding permitted by special request.
Monthly rate is $200
Want the fun and freedom of owning a horse without the commitment and extra expenses? Why not try a riding membership with our fine Paso Fino horses? Ride as much as you want on our lovely trails, or new sand ring. You pay one flat monthly fee and we look after the horse's care, vet bills, farrier bills, etc. Some riding experience is required, lessons available where needed. Members must hold valid equine liability insurance. You can also try different horses to expand your experience and skills. ALL memberships include on-property riding. Any off-site riding permitted by special request.
Monthly rate is $200
Part-Memberships and Other Tickets to Ride
Like the idea of a riding membership, but not sure you will have time to make best use of the full package? Try a part-membership, it allows partial use of a Paso Fino at Fina Vista Farm. Rides may be solo or group and must be scheduled through us. Twicer-Membership: Monthly rate for 2 rides/week is $170 Oncer-Membership: Monthly rate for 1 ride/week is $145 Pay-As-You-Go: Just like it sounds, no commitment, a flat fee per ride of $45 5-Pack: buy a package of 5 rides to be used by same rider at any time, no expiry, for $170 |
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Lesson Options
Fina Vista Farm owner, Camilla Willings, provides lessons and is a CHA Certified Master Instructor (Level 4 in English and Western Riding Instruction)
Lessons - Adult
(Any age, max. 220 lbs) Accredited riding instruction, focusing on riding the Gaited Horse on well-mannered Paso Fino Horses. The goal is to improve your riding skills to get the best gait, and maximize enjoyment and safety. A quiet and laid-back environment. Outdoor instruction only so weather dependent. For beginners to advanced recreational. Our focus is developing overall horsemanship for confident recreational riding. We incorporate working with obstacles, different challenges, games and trail riding into our instruction program. Getting out on the trails as much as possible is a definite goal. The added element of outdoor exercise, communing with nature, developing a bond with a horse and the bonus of equine stress management are our specialties. $45 each for 45 minutes |
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Lessons - Group Youth
(minimum 8 years old) Riding instruction, focusing on riding the Gaited Horse on well-mannered Paso Fino Horses. The goal is to improve your riding skills to get the best gait, and maximize enjoyment and safety. A quiet and laid-back environment. For beginners to advanced recreational. We incorporate obstacles, jumping, basic dressage, games and trail riding all with a focus on gentle, balanced Centered Riding in our instruction program.. Small groups of 2 or more riders. $30 for 45 minutes |
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Lessons - Private Youth
(minimum 8 years old) One-on-one riding instruction, focusing on riding the Gaited Horse on well-mannered Paso Fino Horses. The goal is to improve your riding skills to get the best gait, and maximize enjoyment and safety. A quiet and laid-back environment. For beginners to advanced recreational. We incorporate obstacles, jumping, basic dressage, games and trail riding all with a focus on gentle, balanced Centered Riding in our instruction program. $30 for 30 minutes, $45 for 45 minutes. |
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