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Riding Through Barriers Society
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A big thanks to Horse Nation, Ovation Riding and Noelle Maxwell for showcasing our programs and riders! “The Sturgeons noticed families taking a round of lessons, then quitting until they could afford another round. Roy and Christina ‘couldn’t see a kid go without because of money,’ and allowed kids to continue riding anyway. Riding Through Barriers was formed.” Riding Through Barriers (RTBS), which funds lessons, clinics, and camps for families who otherwise couldn’t afford horses, began in 2015 as an offshoot of the lesson program at Roy and Christina Sturgeon’s Flying Cross Farm, based in Lacombe, Alberta, Canada. The Sturgeons noticed families taking a round of lessons, then quitting until they could afford another round. Roy and Christina “couldn’t see a kid go without because of money,” and allowed kids to continue riding anyway. When parents realized how many kids the Sturgeons supported, they wanted to help, and RTBS was formed. Read the full story on Horse Nation here When asked how RTBS has impacted those in the program, several parents submitted responses:
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T E S T I M O N I A L S
Happy People
My name is Brandy, my three girls and I ride at Flying Cross Ranch. I started my girls out there about three years ago hoping that they would be able to have a childhood ranch experience as I did learning many skills such as; confidence, how to problem solve, trust, honesty, how to work hard and many more reasons. Roy is a wonderful teacher who always makes you feel like you are someone. After watching my girls get so much enjoyment out of their lessons I started to miss riding. At the time I was very over weight and unhappy with myself. I wanted to ride again but ranches don't accept over weight people. Well after rounding up a lot of courage I asked and was welcomed to start taking lessons. 65 lbs later, a whole lot more confident and competing in a three day event in one year. I'm am so happy to be part of the Flying Cross Ranch family. |
We started riding at Flying Cross Ranch two years ago and it quickly became my families happiest place to be. Our daughter has gained so much confidence and self esteem through her riding lessons...everyone is always so welcoming and caring. We are so thankful to have found this amazing place!
~Karen~
Flying Cross Ranch has become part of our family, the people and the animals have made the Ranch my children's safe haven where they can go and forget about everything and just be amazing! Riding at Flying Cross Ranch with Roy as her teacher, my daughter has flourished, her self confidence and self esteem have grown immensely. I'm forever thankful to everyone at Flying Cross for getting my daughter through a couple of the worst years of her life!
~Amanda~
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Email - info@flyingcrossranch.com
Phone - 403-350-7368
RR4 Site 5 Box 49 Lacombe Alberta T4L-2N5
Phone - 403-350-7368
RR4 Site 5 Box 49 Lacombe Alberta T4L-2N5