Horse leasing in Surrey, BC

Lease a horse for more time in the saddle

For riders who are ready to take the next step beyond weekly lessons, leasing offers a meaningful increase in ride time, consistency, and connection with one horse.

<p >At Unicorn Stables, leasing is a natural progression within our lesson program. It’s designed for riders who’ve built a solid foundation in lessons and are ready to develop more independence, deepen their horsemanship, and start working toward bigger goals.

What leasing looks like

As a leaser, you’ll have dedicated time with one horse each week, beyond your regular lesson. That time is yours to use for independent riding, additional coached sessions, trail rides, or simply spending time at the barn with your horse.

The consistency of working with the same horse week after week accelerates progress in a way that’s hard to replicate through lessons alone. You’ll develop a feel for your horse’s personality, movement, and responses, and your horse will come to know you too.

What horse leasing opens up for riders

Leasers at Unicorn Stables have access to the full range of opportunities within our program, including:

Trail rides along Mud Bay and the Delta Watershed
Clinics with Unicorn coaches and invited external clinicians
Off-property schooling outings
Horse shows and competitions, when the time is right

There’s no requirement to compete. Some leasers are working toward the show ring; others just want more time with a horse they love. Both are completely valid.

Is leasing right for you?

Leasing tends to be a great fit for riders who:

Are taking weekly lessons and want more ride time
Are building toward a specific goal, like a first horse show or a new discipline
Want to develop a deeper bond with one horse before considering ownership
Are curious about what horse ownership might look like, without the full commitment

If you’re not sure whether you’re ready to lease, your coach is the best person to ask. We’ll help you figure out the right timing.

Leasing availability depends on our current horse string and program schedule. Get in touch with the office and we’ll let you know what’s available and what might be a good fit for where you are in your riding.

Considering horse ownership in Vancouver?

Some leasers eventually decide they want a horse of their own. Unicorn Stables offers professional consultations and guidance for clients considering purchase, including suitability assessment, sourcing, and support through the buying process.

Our riders love Unicorn Stables

My son loves this place. The activities are fun and the coaches super-friendly. He has learned so much attending the summer camps here and is very comfortable handling horses. I can’t say enough good things about this stable - just that it is 5-star!

Unicorn Stables is a fantastic stable. I spent over a decade away from horses, but my first lesson with Unicorn felt like coming home. The instructors are kind and everyone is so welcoming!

It’s an absolute magical treat for my daughter, they’ve got a very nice facility. The horses are well kept the managing staff, and everybody keeps that place running absolutely ship shape tight.

My daughter just turned six, and just finished up a one-week horse camp. It was AWESOME! Great facilities, seems to be well-run, friendly place. On the final day, all the kids did a riding demonstration and parents were invited to watch - the look of pride and happiness on my daughter's face: priceless. Family memories for a lifetime, and a formative, empowering experience for her.

Visit to Unicorn Stable was an unforgettable experience. We learned the fundamentals of horse riding, including proper posture, balance, and the use of basic commands. We were amazed at how responsive and eager to please the horses were, and we felt a deep connection with the majestic creatures.