Summer Camp

Week 1, Master the Fundamentals

Mastering Fundamentals for Level 2+ riders. This 4 day camp will focus on all the fundamentals in and out of the saddle at a 160 acre training facility. Lessons will be on both riding and horsemanship, with the goal of gaining confidence around horses, grooming and tack.

If you are currently at Level 2, this will be a great opportunity for you to master your skills and move up in level! This camp is also great for riders getting back in the saddle but still confident with their trotting skills or for lower Level 3 Riders wanting an intensive few days to build confidence.

In between lessons there will be education sessions focused on a variety of topics from bits to horse breeds. Build up your riding fitness and prepare to move up in level!

If you are a Level 1 Rider wanting to join this camp, we can get you setup with a series of private lessons ahead of time to get you to the level needed to join! Just send us an email.

SCHEDULE
Thursday July 11 - Sunday July 14
Daily: 10am - 4pm (6 hours)
Each day will include horsemanship, riding instruction, education on a variety of topics and lunch. We are working on adding in a visit from the farrier, vet or dentist for riders to see these exciting horse health care professionals at work. 

Thursday
Intro and tour of RCF
Lunch
PM Lesson 1

Friday
AM Lesson 2
Lunch
PM Lesson 3

Saturday
AM Lesson 4
Lunch
PM Lesson 5

Sunday
AM Lesson 6
Lunch
PM Farewell hack

THE HORSES
There are a variety of breeds with different personalities, from spirited thoroughbreds to quieter draft breeds.

LEVEL
Level 2+. Click here for level descriptions.

SETTING
State of the art equestrian facility with 160 private acres, just 90 minutes north of Manhattan. Large 100’x240’ ventilated and heated indoor arena with superb footing as well as two large outdoor arenas at 151’x230’ and 90’x210’. A professionally designed cross country training field with a variety of obstacles including a water feature, banks and ditches. The property also has an extensive trail system that weaves around the property and connects to the larger public network of trails. 

INCLUDED

• A horse paired to your ability
• An instructor in and out of the saddle
• 6 riding lessons
• An abundance of horsemanship and horse education
• Lunch each day
• A group of adult riders to share the experience with

NOT INCLUDED

• Accommodations- However, we have reserved a Farmhouse Oasis 2.5 miles from the stable on Airbnb for riders interested. Must be reserved by April 27!
  
• Additional meals- However we are also working on setting up a fun welcome dinner for the group as an optional event to join.

Casual riding attire, riders should have their own helmets, boots and gloves.

TRANSPORTATION
Pawling, NY

By Car: 72 miles north of Midtown
Carpooling: Check out the MRC Carpooling Group to connect with other riders

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