Glen Oro Farm, a leading eventing venue in Canada, has successfully reopened for its 2025 season following significant damage from a late March ice storm. The farm, in collaboration with the Ontario Eventing Association, hosted a successful XC Masterclass with renowned eventer Lucinda Green, attracting over 150 participants. This innovative clinic aimed to enhance the skills of both riders and coaches, marking a significant advancement in professional development within the sport.
The clinic, praised for its unique “coaches-coaching-coaches” model, received positive feedback from attendees, including EC Level II competition coach Karen Briggs, who highlighted the profound impact of Green’s teaching on her own coaching methods. Glen Oro owner Leslie May Saila was commended for her vision in facilitating this transformative learning experience, which is expected to pave the way for future clinics of its kind.
Looking ahead, Glen Oro Farm will officially kick off the competition season on May 11 with Ontario’s first EC-sanctioned horse trials, culminating in the return of FEI-sanctioned events in July. This development is seen as a major milestone for Ontario’s eventing community, providing local riders with invaluable opportunities to compete at the international level and fostering the growth of the sport in Canada.
