SUMMER HORSE RIDING CAMPS (THEMED)
EACH CAMP HAS A DIFFERENT HORSE INSPIRED THEME THAT WILL FOCUS ON DISTINCTIVE ASPECTS OF EQUINE EDU
MEDIEVAL TIMES WEEK
July 3 -7 2023
9:00 am - 4:00 pm (early and late drop off available by request )
Recommended ages: 5- 12 yrs
Step back in time and explore the life of a Knight in Medieval Europe. Campers will learn a brief history of Medieval Tournament events such as jousting, swordplay and archery. They will handcraft their own sigils and equipment in order to re-enact a mock tournament on horseback at the week's end. The tournament will consist of an obstacle course on horseback in which you earn points for precision and accuracy.
RAINBOWS & UNICORNS:
July 10-14 2023
9:00 am - 4:00 pm (early and late drop off available by request )
Recommended ages: 5-10 YRS
This camp is aimed toward younger participants with a big imagination. We will tackle topics such as colours & markings, general horse terminology, barn safety, basic horse care，and of course the fundamentals of riding. All games and crafts will be inspired by Rainbows & Unicorns.
HORSE SHOW WEEK
July 17-21 2023
9:00 am - 4:00 pm (early and late drop off available by request )
Recommended ages: 7- 13 yrs
This camp teaches the young horse person about competition . Here we look at many different disciplines from dressage to barrel racing to gymkanahs. We will also focus on how one prepares for a horse show with an emphasis on English disciplines，practicing bathing and braiding our horses and the expected turnout in the show ring.
GET MESSY WEEK
July 24-28 2023
9:00 am - 4:00 pm (early and late drop off available by request )
Recommended ages: 5- 12 yrs
Farm life can be a little rough around the edges. This camp is geared toward those young souls that enjoy getting down and dirty. Campers will learn how to undertake farm chores and why they are important. They will enjoy messy activities like making horse treats, painting your horse and of course learning to ride. Be warned, the activities of the week will be both engaging and "messy".
ARTIST'S WEEK
Aug. 7- 11 2023
9:00 am - 4:00 pm (early and late drop off available by request )
Recommended ages: 8- 13 yrs
Calling all artists! This camp will explore horse themed art of various media from sketching & cartooning to painting & sculpture. The focus of this camp will be breeds and conformation. We will look at equine physical structures in terms of sport and in order to help guide the artist in their reproduction of the subject. Each day, we will delve into a different medium and / or style of art. Bring your imagination & your love of horses.
MOUNTED GAMES WEEK
Aug. 14-18 2023
9:00 am - 4:00 pm (early and late drop off available by request )
Recommended Age 5- 12 yrs
This week will be action packed. Campers will learn through play, completing obstacle courses, relay races, and all sorts of stimulating activities. Campers will learn to groom, tack , and lead a horse safely，as well as general horse knowledge like how to measure a horse's height. Their daily riding lesson will be in the style of PPG (Mounted Games)
LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE
Does the rider need special equipment?
- Safety approved riding helmet (available on site either to borrow or to purchase)
- Shoe or boot with a small heel
- comfortable pants or riding breeches
- swimsuit and towel (for water games)
What else should I bring?
- Nutritious lunch
- snacks
- water
- sunscreen
- change of clothes (shorts and running shoes)
COST IS $355 + HST
***spaces are limited so be sure to register soon***
*** a $50 non-refundable deposit is required upon registration***
Our camp program is designed for children ages 5-13 to give beginning through intermediate riders an introduction to riding and horse care and management. The program focuses on safe practices for riding and horse handling. We also strive to educate the young equine enthusiast in proper care and management of the horse at a level that is appropriate to the camper’s age.
Each day, campers will assist in feeding, watering, grooming and tacking up school horses. Campers will have a daily riding lesson. In addition, they will participate in a number of activities that will teach them about care and management of the horse (ie. nutrition, hoof care, first aid etc.) and equestrian sport (ie. breeds, equestrian sport disciplines etc). The program follows the Equine Canada Learn to Ride program and prepares riders for the Learn to Ride examinations which a can be taken at Cidermill when riding coaches deem candidates ready.
