Services

We offer many services starting from a lesson board through to a complete full training package. We can also arrange custom programs that will best suit each horse.

Boarding with Training and Lesson Packages
Trailering
Horse Sales
Clinics
**please email us to discuss your needs and package options***

Testimonials:

My young and horse and I arrived at Northern Equestrian Centre in the Fall of 2008 after having lost confidence in one another. Within months of working with Aliy, both horse and rider learned to trust and enjoy training again. With our confidence restored, we found success during our first year in dressage competition in 2009. Like all riders at NEC, we now have a training program tailored individually for us that is designed at making a successful partnership for now and into the future. We could not be happier.

Many instructors can tell you what you are doing wrong, but Aliy can tell you precisely how to make positive changes to improve your equitation while giving you the tools and skills to work with your horse independently. The riders and horses at NEC are confident in their work, whether they are in the show ring or hacking through the field.

This is a barn where the health of the horse is paramount and both Aliy and the barn manager Lea take personal interest and care in each horse. There is nothing better than knowing that your equine partner is treated with care and respect at all times.

The atmosphere at Northern Equestrian Centre is relaxed and collegial as riders and owners cheer on each others’ riding goals and aspirations, no matter how big or small. I feel lucky to be here.

Rhonda Burke (and Don Deimos)

________________________________________________

When I moved to Ottawa South four years ago, I was very new to the area and
to dressage as well. Convenience was key, so I was thrilled when I found a
new stable just minutes from my home. What I didn't know was just how
fortunate my horse and I were to have found Aliy Brebner and Northern
Equestrian Centre.

Aliy is not only an extremely talented coach and rider, but her exceptional
knowledge and understanding of horse physiology and psychology has made me a
better horsewoman as well.
It saddens me to think of the hundreds (or thousands) of horses and humans
who are subjected to poor coaching and worse, poor and/or abusive treatment.

A true horseperson uses brain rather than brawn to create willing
participants of their students (both human and equine). Aliy has the
passion and the ability to create superstars from average folks and average
horses.

We may never have the desire or ability to make it to the Olympics, but Aliy
makes us all feel that maybe, just maybe, we could.

Thanks Aliy, for taking such great interest and care in your students. Harry and I couldn't be happier!

Trish Roberts

______________________________________________________

Alison has been working with Julia and King from the start -- helping them build a strong partnership and a real sense of mutual trust. Over the last several months of private lessons, I have shared in their excitement as King reached each new milestone in his training. I attribute these milestones to the patience and unrelenting enthusiasm that Alison brings to each and every one of Julia's lessons. At times when the next milestone seems especially challenging, Alison always seems to know how to talk to Julia. She knows that sometimes what's needed is a firm no-nonsense talking-to, but also recognizes when what's needed is a gentle, reassuring hug.

I look forward to this summer's show season with much anticipation. As you know, I believe that competition should be about having fun and achieving new personal bests. At yesterday's show, Julia and King acheived a huge personal best -- one that I know is a direct result of Alison's dedication to her profession.

Cheers,

Carol Todd

Four years ago, I decided to take up horseback riding after a 25-year hiatus. Shortly after beginning my lessons, I developed an interest in dressage, and was fortunate to have Alison as my coach.
I have participated in both group and private lessons with Alison. Private lessons are geared to specific rider needs in a setting that facilitates learning. Group lessons often included students with an age span of 30 years. In such a challenging environment, Alison is easily able to employ techniques to motivate younger students and make their lessons fun, while at the same time employ the principles of adult learning to ensure that new skills are relevant and built on those previously attained.

Alison utilizes three ways of acquiring new knowledge to assist students in understanding new principles. She demonstrates aids and techniques for her visual learners. Auditory and kinesthetic learners are provided with timely and specific verbal feedback during lessons so that students are able to make changes in position and correct their aids to develop the muscle memory needed for any physical task.

Overall, I find that Alison is an excellent coach. She uses appropriate feedback and utilizes well-timed praise to provide a setting that is both motivational and enjoyable for students of all ages.

Kathi Cullen