Summer Camp/Activities
Horsemanship Camps
Willow Grove has been offering quality horse camps since 1980. We offer fantastic camp facilities and an extensive program offering:
- Summer Horsemanship Camp, Training Camp, Youth Leadership Camps and Specialty Overnight Camp Options available.
- Youth Leadership camps are non-riding which focuses on Leadership, Communication, and Team Building skills.
- Collaboration with Coaches from Home Team Equine and Eastwood Stables.
- Riding Camps will have 2 riding lessons per day, taught with emphasis on sound basics of equitation and good horsemanship. WG is dedicated to the principles of Long-Term Equestrian Development (LTED) as developed by the Coaching Association of Canada in partnership with Equestrian Canada. Our program is designed with each camper’s physical, mental, and emotional stages of learning in mind.
- Equine arts & crafts
- Stable management & equine theory
- Games
- Summer Camp Gymkhana days
- Summer Camp Theme days
- 5 Day Summer Camp riders can participate in an end of session show for family and friends to come watch campers show off their riding skills, with weekly awards given to each camper.
- Safety & fun go together with certified Equestrian Canada Instructors and Coaches, accredited Equestrian Canada Rider Level Councillors, and barn safety training for campers. All instructors and coaches are first aid and CPR trained. All saddles and tack are well cared for.
- The best camp lesson horses are our teachers who are well-trained, safe, and reliable.
Horsemanship Camps
Horsemanship Camps are perfect for those who dream to ride! These camps are filled with all important fundamental information & safety skills required to learn about horsemanship as it applies to preparing the horse to ride, and riding.
At Willow Grove, we place an equal value on horseback riding skills and learning about the care of our wonderful horses. Your child will learn the skills to become a well-rounded horse person, both on and off the horse!
Children LOVE to learn about horses!
- 3-Day and 5-Day Options
- Times: 9am to 3pm
- Ages: 5yrs to 17yrs
- Half Day options are available. Contact us for pricing.
3-Day Camps
- June 28th to June 30th
- July 3rd to July 5th
- July 17th to July 19th
- July 24th to July 26th
- August 2nd to August 4th
- August 7th to August 9th
- August 21st to August 23rd
5-Camp
- July 3rd to July 7th
- July 17th to July 21st
- July 24th to July 28th
- August 7 to August 11th
- August 21st to August 25th
Horsemanship Registration Form
Multi-Discipline Training Camps
Riders of all Disciplines will benefit from this program as our coaches come from various backgrounds and different specialties. If you are interested in Jumping, Western, Cross Country, Reining and Dressage we have the program to suit your needs.
If your goals are competitive, achieving your Rider Level Certificate, preparing for your NCCP Equestrian Canada Coaching certification, or recreational Riders with specific training needs, the training camps will provide a unique, intensive and fun way to meet your Goals.
- 3-Day and 5-Day Options
- Times: 9am to 4pm
- Ages: 7yrs to 17yrs
3-Day Camps
- June 28th to June 30th
- July 17th to July 19th
- July 24th to July 26th
- August 2nd to August 4th
- August 7th to August 9th
- August 21st to August 23rd
5-Camp
- July 17th to July 21st
- July 24th to July 28th
- August 7 to August 11th
- August 21st to August 25th
Training Camp Registration Forms
Specialty Overnight Camps
What is better than riding horses? Being able to be around them 24 hours a day!
Willow Grove is revising a past tradition of sleepover camps. Not only is this a week spent living and breathing horses, but a time to bond even deeper with your partner.
This week will be focused on LEADERSHIP and SUCCESS in and out of the competition arena.
Whether your goals are competitive, achieving your rider level certificates, preparing for your coaching levels or recreational riders with specific training needs, the training camps will provide a unique, intensive and fun way to meet your goals.
Equine Assisted Learning: Experience the power of your horse as a teacher with the Future Leaders exercises focused on leadership and communication.
Multi-Discipline Training: Take your riding skills to the next level by participating in various discipline activities throughout the camp.
Simulation Training: Activities simulating the competitive environment such as barrel racing, showjumping, cross country, dressage and reining etc are planned.
FUN! FUN! FUN! We have a lot of fun activities so come and join us!
CAMPING: Camping in your own tent, motorhome or van.
NON-CAMPING: For those of you not wanting to stay overnight - no problem. Just head home after the evening festivities and then come back in the morning.
MOVE IN: Monday 4pm on followed by a potluck dinner for all participants and their families along with additional evening activities on Monday.
FOOD: All families participate in food rotations so all meals are covered. A food representative will be in touch to book you in for a meal and time that works best for you.
Riders Ages 11 years and up. Exceptions can be made for inhouse riders and those with previous horse experience.
- July 10th - 14th
- August 14th to August 18th
Overnight Training Camp Registration Form
PRICING FOR ALL CAMPS
3-Day Camp: $450.00 plus 5% GST = $472.50
5-Day Camp: $675.00 plus 5% GST = $708.75
Specialty Overnight Camp: $750.00 plus 5% GST = $787.50
MEMBER DISCOUNTS: Members of Alberta Equestrian Federation, Pony Club and 4H are eligible to receive a $50.00 discount.
CLIENT DISCOUNTS: Clients of Willow Grove, Home Team Equine and Eastwood Stables are eligible to receive a $25.00 discount on 3 Day camps and a $75.00 discount on all 5 Day camps including Speciality Camps.
FAMILY DISCOUNTS: Members of the same immediate family may be eligible to receive a discount of $25.00 per person per camp.
Regular clientele may use this discount along with the Client discount. Your savings could be up to $100 per camp.
EARLY BIRD DISCOUNTS: Camp Fees paid in full by April 30th can receive a 10% discount.
Note: Only ONE discount per camp unless stated. All discounts need to be approved by the admin.
Fees must be paid by June 30th for all discounts to be applied.
REFER A FRIEND REBATE: $25.00 rebate for each friend that you refer to our camps or lesson programming. Must be NEW clients only. New clients must have paid in full prior to a rebate being applied.
REGISTER NOW: Link provided or contact info@willowgrovestables.com to confirm your discounts.
PAYMENTS: Credit Card, Paypal and E-Transfer available.
FUTURE LEADERS PROGRAM
Where Horses bring learning to life!
The Future Leaders Program is an Equine Assisted Learning Program (EAL) focused on developing today’s youth into tomorrow’s leaders through fun and engaging horseplay!
Using our horses as guides, students will focus on key learning objectives and are tasked to work with the horses and their teammates to achieve their goals which we then link to their own experiences at school, home and in the community.
Non-verbal communication, assertiveness, creative thinking, leadership, responsibility, confidence, and teamwork are several examples of the skills each participant will develop to help them recognize and demonstrate exemplary leadership qualities.
We offer various formats to suit your schedule and budget including single one-hour sessions, day workshops and weekly sessions to help young people build confidence and develop effective communication, leadership and teambuilding skills.
Our programs can be customized to align with your current areas of study, bringing an experiential learning element to your curriculum to enhance learning.
Ideal for youth programs through schools, churchs, sports, and all equestrians.
Ages 8 years and up
SPECIAL PROGRAM PRICING:
Single EAL Session per person $85.00 + GST = $89.25
Full Day (two sessions) $145.00 + GST = $152.25
Multiple Day $125.00 + GST = $131.25 (minimum 10 participants)
Youth Group Discounts available for over 10 participants.
Each Program Includes:
- Professionally facilitated equine assisted learning sessions focused on skills development using our proven Building Block approach
- Certified EAL facilitators and experienced horsemen
- Use of our horses and all equipment
There are no prerequisites, and no previous horse experience is necessary. All exercises are completely safe from the ground.
For inquiries or booking contact info@willowgrovestables.com
Coming Soon!! 12 Week Building Block Youth Program
