
Riding School
Mentored by Nuno Cavaco
Opening Summer 2026 Spots limited
Enrol before Jan 1, 2026 for an additional %10 discount
Lise LeBlanc school of Classical Dressage/Working Equitation is commencing the first. cohort of program Spring 2026. Program will include learning proper connection using work in hand, lunge and ridden techniques while also opportunities to learn the skills obstacles and tests of Working Equitation. This first group will start at the beginning with Level 1 program. The school program involves studying theory, note taking, working in hand, on the lunge, and riding under saddle. The program is developed to work in weekly progression toward proper classical understanding, and techniques. Proper foundation and good connection ensures good posture for horses and riders, promoting relaxation and proper movement and development. Lise has studied the classical masters with particular interest in the late Portuguese Master, Nuno Oliveira. Today, Lise carries on the Portuguese traditional method and techniques of Classical riding. Students in the riding school will develop 'feel' so the horse is in balance and relaxed. Lessons are weekly: Enrolment is purchased by yearly membership. Three school masters are ready to teach students from beginner to advanced! Feel the difference true connection makes! Then, learn to teach your own horse. There are very limited spots in the program, so interested equestrians need to apply in order to reserve a spot in the 2026 cohort.
Reserve your spot in the 2026 program!
Lise LeBlanc school of Classical Dressage is commencing Spring 2026 TBA. Lessons are weekly. Students of the school are interested in the long term study of Classical Method. Lessons and membership to the school can only be purchased in packages of ten, or by yearly membership (discount).
MEMBERSHIPS - 2 categories:
HST applies to all prices
In person riding school membership:
Cost: $4200.00CAD (15% discount on price of 52 lessons - 1st payment $1500.00 then monthly) + HST
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advanced notice and registration to school events
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member discount for school events
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auditing privilege for training and lessons
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exclusive LL Classical Riding apparel
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possibility of opportunity to part-board after 25 lessons as horses are available.
Online school membership
​ Cost $1200.00CAD + HST
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one online lesson / month (you need access to video and wifi - PIVO / WhatsAp)
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admission to one online Q&A 'tag-up' meeting per month
To apply to the school please fill out the Application Form. We will contact you in the near future!
Form will be closed when student positions in the school are filled. Click the link to apply!

Each year the Lise LeBlanc Classical Riding School is honoured to welcome Portuguese classical dressage Master, Nuno Cavaco, as a guest teacher and trainer, in partnership with Lusitano Heritage. These annual clinics bring the living tradition of Classical Portuguese horsemanship directly to our students, offering authentic guidance and inspiration. This collaboration with Lusitano Heritage ensures that our riders connect with the classical principles at the heart of the Lusitano Horse at Portugal's equestrian Legacy.
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Nuno Cavaco is a highly experienced classical rider and teacher who was a skilled trainer in the esteemed Portuguese School of Equestrian Art for 25 years. He is a kind, sensitive man with excellent teaching skills, believing that the only correct way to work with horses is in harmony. Nuno is passionate about helping riders to develop a greater partnership with the horse, and he has preserved the old style expertise so often missing in today's equestrian sports, to ride without tension.
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Nuno Cavaco is Lise's Mestre. She studies with Nuno each year, in Portugal, all year in online lessons and at her facility in Ontario, Canada.​
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Join our membership and enjoy a growing community of learners with exclusive access to lessons with Nuno and Group trips to visit Portugal.
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