HORSE CAMPS FOR KIDS
AGES 6–14
HOLIDAY WEEK CAMPS
Thanksgiving November 25
Holiday December 23,30
Presidents February 17
Spring April 7
KIDS SUMMER CAMP
June 16,23,30
July 7,14,21,28
August 4,11
9AM – 3PM
$800 per Week
We have a few new horse faces in the barn and camp sold out very early this year. I have some great counselors coming in to assist and so we have added a few more ‘Saddle Seats’ per week. There will be a total of 8 campers per week. Please see our availability below.
We aim to have plenty of fun for our campers with learning the basics of safe horse handling, grooming and tacking of our mounts, comprehensive instruction for our beginning and returning riders with plenty of daily saddle time… as we say, “Back to the Basics to Bring them Forward.”
Conveniently Located
Our riding camp is located just ten minutes from downtown Petaluma, with two easy highway access choices. Use Google Maps to find the one best for you. MHRA also encourages and supports carpooling. We can help you find a match.
| SESSION | AVAILABILITY |
|---|---|
| June 16 – 20 | Saddles Available |
| June 23 – 27 | Saddles Available |
| June 30 – July 4 | Saddles Available |
| SESSION | AVAILABILITY |
|---|---|
| July 7 – 11 | Saddles Available |
| July 14 – 18 | Saddles Available |
| July 21 – 25 | Saddles Available |
| July 28 – Aug 1 | Saddles Available |
| SESSION | AVAILABILITY |
|---|---|
| August 4 – 8 | Saddles Available |
| August 11 – 15 | Saddles Available |
Daily Activities
Daily Horse Related Curriculum = HORSES
The children spoke, and we listened.
No books, lectures, or any activities that do not have a physical horse involved!
9:00–10:30 — Horse Safety, Grooming, Tacking
10:30–12:00 — Riding Lesson
12:00–12:30 — Horse Untacking
12:30–1:00 — Lunch
1:00–1:30 — Free time to play or some Arts and Crafts
1:30–2:00 — Horse Tacking
2:00–3:00 — Bareback Lesson
Wednesday afternoon we paint, and the horses are our canvas!
Topics Covered
- Horse safety, disciplines, breeds, colors, markings, terminology, anatomy, and triage.
We will ask our campers what interests them and tailor each week to our group.
We also might go on a field trip to Sonoma Horse Park to watch a competition in action.
On Fridays
At 2:00 we like to present to the parents what we have learned at camp! We will show off our new skills and have an interactive riding lesson where we demonstrate our posting trot and steering skills, a pop quiz on terminology we have learned, and a Q &A session at the end so everyone goes home knowing a little more about horses!
Cancelation policy for camps: MHRA will refund 50% of deposit prior to April 10th, 2023. On May 15th, 2023, all balances due for summer camps will be charged to the card on file. At that point, should you be unable to attend your camp session, MHRA will do its best to accommodate make-up dates for camp based on space available — or convert camp to a month of lessons. However, funds will not be refunded.
Counselor in Training Program
Get Involved!
The Counselor-In-Training Program is a valuable opportunity for students to gain work experience, enhance their resume, accumulate service learning hours, and learn new skills while having fun.
Dare to Lead
Components of the CIT program include:
- Daily interaction with campers.
- Hands-on experience working with children, and interactive horseback riding training sessions.
- Leading arts, crafts, games, special events, and more!
Training sessions explore activity planning, work ethic, teamwork, and career opportunities as a paid camp counselor.
CIT Requirements
Applicants are required to interview, attend a mandatory orientation, and attend a training session. Being able to walk and trot is mandatory. If you have been a CIT for MHRA in 2121 or 2022 please proceed to signing up in Bookeo! If you have any questions or to apply please email Harleigh. harleigh@marshallhallridingacademy.com
Expectations:
- The day is 8:45 to 3:00
- The week is Monday to Friday. Please schedule around your commitment to camp!
- You will be fed and watered when you arrive and have a packed lunch.
*Yes, I will help carpool.
Counselor in Training Program
Get Involved!
The Counselor-In-Training Program is a valuable opportunity for students to gain work experience, enhance their resume, accumulate service learning hours, and learn new skills while having fun.
Dare to Lead
Components of the CIT program include:
- Daily interaction with campers.
- Hands-on experience working with children, and interactive horseback riding training sessions.
- Leading arts, crafts, games, special events, and more!
Training sessions explore activity planning, work ethic, teamwork, and career opportunities as a paid camp counselor.
CIT Requirements
Applicants are required to interview, attend a mandatory orientation, and attend a training session. Being able to walk and trot is mandatory. If you have been a CIT for MHRA in 2121 or 2022 please proceed to signing up in Bookeo! If you have any questions or to apply please email Harleigh. harleigh@marshallhallridingacademy.com
Expectations:
- The day is 8:45 to 3:00
- The week is Monday to Friday. Please schedule around your commitment to camp!
- You will be fed and watered when you arrive and have a packed lunch.
*Yes, I will help carpool.
Please see below for membership booking button and sign-in.
If you have any questions, please contact Harleigh at 415.686.5286.
Release & Waiver Forms
All participants need all applicable releases filled out and on file with MHRA.
YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED ON THE PREMISIS WITHOUT THESE FORMS COMPLETED. THE STABLE IS NOT THE PLACE FOR THESE TO BE FILLED OUT. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU HAVE COMPLETED ALL THREE FORMS BEFORE COMING TO OUR FACILITY. THANK YOU.
(There are no exceptions.)
Use the buttons below to fill out and send to MHRA Staff.