Parent’s Guide: What to Expect When Sending Your Child to Horse Camp
Sending your child to horse camp can be an exciting opportunity for growth, learning, and fun! At Strides Riding Academy in Petaluma, CA, our summer camps are designed to provide kids with enriching, hands-on experiences while ensuring their safety and well-being. Whether your child is drawn to riding horses or exploring the ranch, we have the perfect camp for them.
Two Fun-Filled Camp Options at Strides
1. Riding Camp
Does your child dream of spending their summer riding horses? Our Riding Camp offers an exciting equestrian experience packed with learning and fun. Here’s what your child can expect:
Daily Riding Lessons: Campers will improve their riding skills and confidence with tailored lessons.
Horsemanship & Horse Care: From grooming and handling to understanding horse behavior, campers learn essential horse care skills.
Mounted Games and Bareback Riding: Fun, interactive activities that strengthen balance and teamwork.
Creative Activities: Outdoor games, crafts, painting, and more ensure variety and creativity every day.
Riding Camp is open to beginner through intermediate riders, with campers grouped by age and skill level to ensure a personalized and comfortable experience.
2. Ranch Camp (No Horseback Riding)
For kids who love the outdoors and animals but aren’t into horseback riding, our Ranch Camp is a fantastic option. Packed with engaging activities, Ranch Camp keeps campers active, curious, and entertained all day long.
Archery Lessons: Learn new skills in a safe and supervised setting.
Farm and Ranch Animal Care: Feed, groom, and interact with our friendly farm animals.
Outdoor Fun: Obstacle courses, outdoor games, and nature exploration provide endless excitement.
Creative Projects: Arts, crafts, and garden time foster creativity and a love for nature.
Line Dancing and Team Games: Encourages social interaction and teamwork in a fun way.
This camp is perfect for getting kids off screens and into nature, where they can make new friends, learn life skills, and build lasting memories.
Why Parents Love Strides Riding Academy
1. Safe and Supportive Environment
Your child’s safety is our top priority. Our camps are carefully structured to ensure every activity is age-appropriate and supervised by trained professionals. Our team of experienced instructors and counselors provides constant guidance and support, helping each camper feel secure and confident.
2. Experienced and Caring Trainers
Our trainers are skilled in working with children of all ages and abilities. Their passion for teaching extends beyond riding or animal care—they focus on fostering responsibility, teamwork, and personal growth in every camper.
3. Enriching Life Lessons
At Strides, we believe camp is more than just a fun summer activity. It’s a place where kids learn valuable life lessons, like responsibility through caring for animals, perseverance through mastering new skills, and collaboration through group activities.
4. A Magical Ranch Experience
There’s something truly magical about spending summer days surrounded by horses, ponies, and ranch animals. Fresh air, exercise, and hands-on activities provide the perfect combination of adventure and learning. Kids leave camp feeling accomplished, happy, and ready to share their stories.
What Sets Strides Apart?
Flexible Options: Choose between Riding Camp and Ranch Camp to suit your child’s interests.
Screen-Free Fun: Campers spend their days outdoors, away from screens, immersed in nature.
Unforgettable Memories: With activities ranging from horse care to line dancing, each day at Strides is a new adventure.
How to Register
Spaces are limited for our summer camps in Petaluma, CA. Secure your child’s spot today by clicking here and give them the gift of a summer filled with growth, joy, and unforgettable memories.