This is the FIRST YEAR that Wesley Clover Parks is offering their beginner horseback riding day camp over the March Break! Do not miss out and register today. This camp is designed for children with little to no experience.
Excellent horsemanship skills start with the very first horse or pony experience. Day camps with the Ian Millar School of Horsemanship are a great way to introduce your child to horseback riding and feed their love of animals in a fun and safe environment!
Beginner Horseback Riding Day Camps
Minimum age: 7 years old
Required experience: None
Dates: March 10 – 14 (March Break)
Cost: $697.73 + HST
Our beginner day camps are designed for children with little to no previous horseback riding experience. We focus on an all-inclusive approach to horsemanship as a first contact for anyone interested in horses and equestrian sport!
Our counsellors have a wide range of activities planned to promote learning, teamwork and fun! Campers can look forward to games, crafts, outdoor play, equine theory, hands on learning with our horses and ponies, and of course daily horseback riding lessons! Each week ends with a “fun show” where families are invited to come witness the skills campers have gained throughout the week.
The ratio of campers to counsellors is five to one. All counsellors receive first aid training.
Most campers are aged 7 - 13. If you have questions about if this is the right program for your child please connect with us at lessons@wesleycloverparks.com!
Our camp day starts at 9:00AM, camper drop-off begins at 8:30AM. The day wraps up at 4:00PM with camper pick-up ending at 4:30PM.
Getting Ready for Camp
We want to make sure that everyone is prepared for a fun filled week, so here are a few reminders:
- Please bring or wear appropriate riding apparel: A boot with a heel for safety purposes – no fashion boots please. Slim leg pants, like leggings – no jeans, capris, or shorts please. Properly fitted and approved equestrian helmet.
- We are a nut aware facility. We often have campers that have serious nut allergies, so please avoid lunch foods with any sort of nut.
At Wesley Clover Parks safety is always first. We are committed to the safety of our campers, horses, and team. We will adapt camp activities in order to mitigate any safety concerns (i.e. weather, power outages, etc.). We appreciate your understanding!
- Explore Ontario Equestrian’s Guide for New Equestrians.
- If you do not have your own gear, we recommend starting by checking out Greenhawk’s new rider essentials.
- Find additional safety resources, including the Government of Ontario Concussion Awareness Resource E-Booklet.
