Flying Cross Ranch

We’re in Sherwood Park today at the Stable Owners Association of Alberta Conference! 👋🐎

Roy will be speaking about his racing background and the racing program he’s built, and I’ll be talking about innovative programming ideas for lesson barns—what’s worked for us, what hasn’t, and how barns can grow in a sustainable way.

⏰ Starts at 10:00 AM this morning
📍 If you’re nearby, stop in and say hi—we’d love to see some familiar faces!

Despite, the weather, the animal still have to be fed.🥶

🏇 NEW PROGRAM LAUNCH – Flying Cross Gallop & Jockey Development Program 🏇

Ever wondered how riders actually get started galloping horses at the racetrack?

At Flying Cross Ranch, we’re excited to launch our Gallop & Jockey Development Program—a mentorship-based training program designed for riders who want to turn their riding skills into real racetrack opportunities.

This program focuses on what truly matters on the backstretch:
✔️ Correct gallop position & balance
✔️ Galloping safely in company
✔️ Rating speed and following trainer instructions
✔️ Gate work fundamentals
✔️ Reading different horses and personalities
✔️ Professional habits trainers expect
✔️ Safety, reliability, and trust

We also use advanced training tools—including our Equicizer mechanical horse—to help riders build strength, muscle memory, and confidence before taking those skills to a live horse.

📍 Training at Flying Cross Ranch (Lacombe, AB)
📝 Limited spots | Application required

👉 Learn more & apply here: www.flyingcrossranch.com/jockeyschool

If you’re serious about working at the track and want mentorship from people who understand the industry, we’d love to hear from you.

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from Flying Cross Ranch ✨🎄

Wishing all of our followers a holiday season filled with good food, great company, and maybe a little extra horse time. Thank you for cheering us on, following along, and supporting everything that happens here at the ranch.

We hope your Christmas is merry, your New Year is bright, and 2026 brings lots of smiles, fresh starts, and time doing what you love, whether that’s in the saddle or just enjoying the ride.

Thanks for being part of the Flying Cross Ranch community. See you in the New Year! ✨🎅

What a beautiful way to spend the day—spreading a little holiday cheer! 🎄✨
Our Jockey Club had the pleasure of taking our ponies to visit the residents of Royal Oak, the long-term care unit at the Lacombe Hospital, and the residents at the Lodge.

So many smiles, happy moments, and memories shared. Thank you to the staff for welcoming us, and to the residents for making our hearts so full today. 💚🐴

These are the moments that remind us what the season is all about.