Pony Camps

Pony Camps

At our pony camps, children spend a minimum of two hours each day in the saddle.

This includes riding instruction in lessons and on treks, and during mounted games.

The rest of each day is spent learning about ponies, including how to groom, feed, lead, tack up and care for them. We emphasise and train children in the importance of body language and positive reinforcement in the handling of horses and ponies. We also teach campers about tack, in particular the parts of the saddle and bridle, and how to clean them. Children are also expected to help with stable management, including mucking out and sweeping the yard. Older riders can also achieve one of our Equine Skills awards as a record of their participation in the camp.

Each camp ends with a gymkhana on the final day, when campers can compete in races, obstacle courses and jumping with the chance to win rosettes and other prizes.

Our Pony Camps are geared to teaching riding through the use of natural horsemanship techniques. We focus on developing a bond with your pony in and out of the saddle. We also focus on teaching good riding techniques from the start, particularly in relation to developing balance and an independent seat.

Each camp ends with a gymkhana on the final day, when campers can compete in races, obstacle courses and jumping with the chance to win rosettes and other prizes.

Our Pony Camps are geared to teaching riding through the use of natural horsemanship techniques. We focus on developing a bond with your pony in and out of the saddle. We also focus on teaching good riding techniques from the start, particularly in relation to developing balance and an independent seat.

Upcoming Camps 2023

Upcoming Camps

CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE

SPRING MID-TERM BREAK

Thursday 16th and Friday 17th February

Price: Daily rate €70, both days €120.

Times – Age 9 up: 9.30 am – 5.30 pm
Age 6 to 8: 10.00 am – 4.30 pm

EASTER CAMP

Monday 10th - Friday 14th April

Residential and daily places available.

Price: Daily rate €70, all five days €280. Residential €580.

Times – Age 9 up: 9.30 am – 5.30 pm
Age 6 to 8: 10.00 am – 4.30 pm

JULY RESIDENTIAL CAMP

(age 12 and up only)

Sunday 2nd  - Friday 7th July

Price: €580, includes full board and all lessons and treks.

 

SUMMER CAMPS

(age 6 - 18)

Monday 10th - Friday 14th July

Monday 24th - Friday 28th July

Monday 14th - Friday 18th August

Daily rate €75, all five days €295

Residential Place (age 12 and up only*)  €580

*Children from age 10 can stay but must be accompanied by a parent or older sibling. Contact us  for more details. 

 

Times – Age 9 up: 9.30 am – 5.30 pm
Age 6 to 8: 10.00 am – 4.30 pm

ADULT

Bring your own horse or hire one of ours. On-site or local accommodation available. Prices from €420 per person. Contact us for more details.

Tuesday 21st - Friday 24th February

Tuesday 13th - Friday 16th June

Tuesday 3rd - Friday 6th October

ALL CAMPS

50% booking deposit, 10% sibling discount.
Livery €15 per night.

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The Association of Irish Riding Establishments annually inspect and approve our facilities, horses and staff. We are proud to have been approved since the year 2000. So you can horse ride or pony trek with us knowing we have a track record of high equine welfare and rider safety standards.

Who can come?

  • Children aged 5 – 18 of all levels of ability will enjoy these camps, from lead-rein novices to competent jumpers.
  • Riders are divided into small groups, based on their age and experience.
  • Pony-owners can keep their own ponies at the camp for a small additional charge.
  • Children should bring a packed lunch and snacks unless they are staying with us.
  • Young people aged 12 and over can stay residentially.
  • Parents with younger children can stay over for the week if there is accommodation availability.