Winter Break Camp
Dates
Hours: 9:00am – 3:00pm (ask about our before and after care programs!)
Tuesday, January 2
Wednesday, January 3
Thursday, January 4
What to expect:
- One-hour lesson on the horse in the morning (all beginner riders have assistance) – main focus of the lessons will be understanding non-verbal communication with the horse, how the rider impacts the horses natural balance, and reviewing the important principles of riding.
- Learn how to safely groom
- Learn the procedures that keep the students safe while enjoying the horses
- Learn how the horse sees the world
- Learn to better understand his behaviour
- Learn about different injuries and ailments
- Learn what is required to meet his nutritional needs
- Learn how to keep your horse healthy and comfortable
What to bring:
- Long stretchy pants
- Boots with a half-inch heel (Rainboots work. We have a selection here that can be borrowed)
- Peanut-free lunch and snacks
- Change of clothes
- Water bottle
- Riding helmet (We have a selection here that can be borrowed)
- Warm layers (fleece lined leggings, turtlenecks, long johns etc.)
- Snow pants
- Winter boots
- Hats & mittens/gloves
- Hand + foot warmers (can be found at Canadian Tire, Costco)