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Cointreau Stables

World-Class Coaching.
Your Local Barn.

Horseback riding lessons in Flagstaff County, serving Daysland, Killam, Strome, Sedgewick, Forestburg, Camrose and surrounding communities.

All Ages • All Levels • All Disciplines

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New Riders Welcome

Whether you're picking up the reins for the very first time or you're an experienced rider looking for a new home barn, you're in the right place. Our program is designed to meet every rider exactly where they are.

School horses are available for all lesson clients, and we provide helmets for your first lesson. No experience, no horse, no equipment — no problem.

Complete beginners of all ages welcome
School horses provided — no horse needed
Helmets fitted for your first lesson
Heated indoor arena for year-round riding
EC Certified coaching at every level

Why Families Choose Cointreau Stables

Built on trust, balance, and feel — for every rider, at every level.

Certified Excellence

EC/NCCP Certified Competition Coach and Instructor of Beginners. AEF Coach of the Year. Your rider is in expert hands from day one.

Every Rider Welcome

From first-time riders to competitive athletes, our program is tailored to every age, ability, and ambition. All disciplines taught.

Full-Service Facility

Heated indoor arena, outdoor arena, school horses, on-site tack store, EC Rider Level testing, and everything your rider needs under one roof.

Our Services

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Riding Lessons

Private, semi-private, and group lessons for all ages and levels.

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Horse Training

Professional training for horses at every stage of development.

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Summer Camps

Immersive riding camps for young equestrians of all levels.

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Boarding

Full-care boarding with heated indoor and outdoor arenas.

Invest in Your Riding

All lessons are one hour and taught by our EC/NCCP Certified Coach. All new riders begin with a private lesson.

Private or Semi-Private

$85

1 or 2 riders • 1 hour
Book as needed or monthly

All new riders start here

Group Lesson

$45

3+ riders • 1 hour
Monthly package

Join a group after your first private lesson

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Your Journey Starts Here

Whether you're a first-time rider or ready to compete, we'd love to welcome you to the Cointreau Stables family.

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Cointreau Stables

Our Services

A full-service equestrian facility offering everything your rider needs.

Riding Lessons

Private, semi-private, and group lessons for riders of all ages and experience levels. Whether you're a complete beginner or a competitive athlete, our EC/NCCP Certified Coach will design a program tailored to your goals.

Disciplines include Hunter, Jumper, Dressage, Working Equitation, Equitation, Western Dressage, General English and Western, Groundwork, and Stable Management.

School horses are available for all lesson clients. Helmets are provided for your first lesson, and loaner equipment is available in the lesson locker.

Private — $85/hr Group — $45/hr
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Horse Training

Professional training for horses at every stage — from starting young horses under saddle to advancing experienced horses through the levels. Our approach is rooted in classical principles and adapted to each horse's temperament and ability.

Whether your horse needs foundation work, tune-ups before show season, or a consistent training program, Cointreau Stables provides expert care and communication every step of the way.

Contact us for training rates and availability.

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Summer Camps

Our summer camps offer young riders an immersive equestrian experience in a fun, safe, and supportive environment. Campers learn riding skills, stable management, horse care, and the values of teamwork and responsibility.

Camps are designed for all levels and run throughout the summer months. It's the perfect way for kids to discover their love of horses — or deepen a passion that's already there.

Contact us for upcoming camp dates and registration.

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Horse Boarding

Full-care boarding at a well-maintained facility with a heated indoor riding arena, outdoor arena, and daily turnout. Your horse will receive attentive, consistent care in a safe and organized barn environment.

Boarders have access to all facility amenities including the indoor and outdoor arenas, and the on-site tack store. Lessons and training packages are available for boarders as well.

Contact us for boarding rates and availability.

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More at Cointreau Stables

EC Rider Level Testing

Every May, students can test for Equestrian Canada Rider Levels 1–8, including written, ridden, and stable management components.

On-Site Tack Store

Helmets, boots, breeches, and riding essentials available right at the barn. Everything you need without the drive to the city.

Coach Mentorship

Mentorship for aspiring coaches pursuing their Equestrian Canada coaching certification. Develop your skills under expert guidance.

Book Your First Lesson

Email us to schedule your first private lesson. We can't wait to welcome you to the barn.

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Cointreau Stables

Meet Your Coach

EC/NCCP Certified • FEI Grand Prix Competitor • AEF Coach of the Year

Ashley Bishop with horse

Ashley Bishop

EC/NCCP Certified Competition Coach • EC Certified Instructor of Beginners

Ashley Bishop is an Equestrian Canada / NCCP Certified Competition Coach and EC Certified Instructor of Beginners based out of Cointreau Stables near Daysland, Alberta. With an exceptional breadth of experience spanning multiple disciplines, international competition, and coach development, Ashley brings a rare combination of elite horsemanship and dedicated mentorship to every rider she works with.

Ashley spent her formative years competing in Hunter/Jumpers on the A circuit, earning multiple championships before expanding her competitive focus. After having children, she transitioned to dressage full time and has since risen to the FEI level, competing internationally on her Grand Prix horse. Her most recent highlight was winning Reserve Supreme Champion at the Andalusian World Cup in Las Vegas — a premier world-class event drawing top competitors internationally. Ashley is also an internationally ranked Working Equitation competitor, having placed 4th in the world at her level.

Beyond competing, Ashley is deeply committed to the development of coaches and riders at every stage. She serves as a Coach Mentor, EC Rider Level Evaluator, and Green Certificate Evaluator — roles that place her at the forefront of equestrian education in Canada. She is a Rookie Rider Facilitator and holds licences as both a Provincial Hunter Judge and a Working Equitation Judge. Ashley also holds a Bachelor of Business Management and a Community Service Learning Certificate from the University of Alberta. Her dedication has been recognized with a Coach of the Year Award, and her students compete and excel at prestigious venues including Spruce Meadows and Alberta Dressage Provincials.

EC/NCCP Competition Coach
EC Instructor of Beginners
FEI Grand Prix Competitor
AEF Coach of the Year
Provincial Hunter Judge
Working Equitation Judge
EC Rider Level Evaluator
Coach Mentor
Rookie Rider Facilitator
Green Certificate Evaluator
BBA, University of Alberta
Reserve Supreme Champion, Andalusian World Cup
Ashley at the Andalusian World Cup in Las Vegas Ashley with palomino horse Ashley with students at year-end awards

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Location

Cointreau Stables
15416 TWP 434
Daysland, AB T0B 1A0

Mailing Address

Box 524, Daysland, AB T0B 1A0

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What to Expect

All new riders start with a private lesson where your coach will assess your level and get you comfortable in the saddle. Helmets are provided for your first visit — just wear long pants and boots with a heel.