Stillwater Stables
We teach natural horsemanship. A natural and holistic approach to learning about horses and riding. We specialize in children and teen programs.
Weekly lessons, birthday parties, day camps and equine health progams. We provide the programs and education to people who want to learn about horses. Horseback riding, care of and horse behaviour is our focus of teaching our students. We have many programs for participants to be part of to start their horsemanship journey.
09/05/2026
Life at the barn lately 🐴🌅🌾
Ollie found a mud pit and proceeded to roll in it and is now loving drying off in the woodchips ! Happy and dirty dog! # # #
09/03/2026
🍂🐴 Fall lessons are just around the corner! 🐴🍂
We’re so excited to kick off a new season of riding and can’t wait to welcome everyone back to the barn! We have some new groups starting this fall, and we’re especially excited to meet all of our new students. 🤎
We’re looking forward to lots of learning, riding, barn time, and of course, plenty of time with the horses!
See you at the barn soon! 🐎🌾
Aladdin is really enjoying their morning meal! Does your horse also lick the bucket clean?
08/29/2026
After so many great PD Days at the stable last school year, we’re SO excited to be offering them again for the 2026–2027 school year! 🐴🍂
Our PD Day program is a full day at the barn where kids can spend time learning about horse and animal care, grooming, riding, and all the little things that go into caring for our animals. There’s plenty of fresh air, hands-on learning, time with the horses, and of course lots of fun along the way! 🤎
📅 2026–2027 PD Days:
* Monday, August 24
* Wednesday, August 26
* Friday, October 2
* Monday, October 26
* Friday, November 20
* Monday, November 23
* Friday, April 16
* Friday, April 23
* Friday, May 28
* Friday, June 4
* Friday, June 25
* Monday, June 28
Whether your child already loves horses or is just looking to try something new, we’d love to spend the day with them at the barn! 🐎🌿
More info & registration on our website:
08/27/2026
Fall riding is almost here! 🍂🐴
Our new fall groups are starting soon, with a focus on natural horsemanship, confidence, connection, and of course — lots of time spent with horses and friends!
Looking for a meaningful back-to-school activity that gets kids outside and connected with animals and each other? We’d love to have you join us this fall. 🤎
📩 [email protected] to register!
08/26/2026
From little riders to young adults heading off into their next chapters… where did the time go?!
Looking back at these photos is such a special reminder of just how much life has happened at the barn. We’ve had the privilege of watching these riders grow from little kids learning how to brush a pony into confident, hardworking young adults who are ready to take on whatever comes next.
Some are celebrating graduation this year, while others reached that milestone last year — but they’re all at that exciting point of heading off to new places, new adventures, and new chapters.
We are so incredibly proud of each of you, and so grateful for all time spent together. You’ve become such a special part of the barn family, and you will be missed more than you know.
We can’t wait to see where life takes you, but we’re even more excited for the days you come back to visit. Thank you for allowing us to be such a meaningful part of your lives and for sharing so many years, milestones, laughs, lessons, and memories with us.
08/22/2026
Calling all parents with September birthdays to plan for... 👀🎉🐴
We know back-to-school season is busy enough, so let us take one thing off your plate.
Celebrate with a birthday party at the barn! From meeting our horses and ponies to spending time outdoors with friends, it's a fun and memorable way to celebrate their special day. ✨
Send us a message to learn more about our birthday party packages! 🫶
08/20/2026
The beginning of a love for horses often starts with a pony 🐴✨
Our pony experiences are a fun way for young horse lovers to get their first taste of barn life!
From meeting their pony, learning how to approach and care for them, helping with grooming, and spending time building a connection, kids get to experience what makes horses so special.
Some riders are ready to hop on and enjoy a ride, while others are happiest taking their time getting comfortable — and we love seeing each child experience the magic of horses in their own way. 🫶
Big smiles, happy hearts, and maybe a little bit of horse hair too 😂✨
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5219 Russell Road
Ottawa, ON
K0A1K0
Opening Hours
| Monday | 9am - 9pm |
| Tuesday | 9am - 9pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 9pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 9pm |
| Friday | 9am - 9pm |
| Saturday | 9am - 5pm |
| Sunday | 9am - 5pm |