About Us

Paramount Equestrian Centre Ltd. is a full service equine facility located just 2 kms south of Calgary. Paramount is a family-run stable operating for the past 25 years. Our mission is to develop top quality showjumping horses and riders in a safe and friendly enviornment.

Our program covers every level of rider from beginner to grand prix showjumping competitor. We offer this diverse program to each person, so they can aspire to whatever level of riding they wish to; whether it is to be a recreational adult or competitive junior rider. Paramount also offers the Canadian Equestrian Federation Rider and Coaching programs as well as the horse certification program to encourage riders to become future instructors and trainers at Paramount or anywhere around the world.

Team Paramount :

Joe Ifko

  • Intermediate Riding Instructor and Trainer
  • Certified Coach Level II
  • 25 years of competition experience in show-jumping
  • Paramount Operating Manager and Horse Show Director

Amie Peck

  • Novice Rider Instructor
  • 5 years of dressage and show-jumping experience
  • Dressage Horse Trainer
Jenna-Lee Scheerle
  • Stable Manager
  • Beginning Riding Instructor
  • Hunter Horse Trainer

Justine Ifko

  • Beginner Riding Instructor
  • Office Manager
  • Summer Riding Camp Co-ordinator