Summer Camp
Turning Moments into Memories
Summer Camp Registration Opens March 5, 2025.
Open to all horse-loving kids, ages 5-13 who want to learn about horses and how to ride. Daily activities include equine education, fun, and a great foundation in horseback riding and care. Campers learn about safety, teamwork, responsibility, animal husbandry, barn management, and animal behavior. Hours are from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Registration forms must be emailed to lessons@worktoride.net to register. We will not accept payment until we receive the completed form.
Ages 8+ | August 11 – 215 | AM or PM | $250.00
Polo Camp is for youth who would like to try polo for the first time or for the experienced player who would like to learn more and improve skills. The AM session is for riders that can walk, trot and canter under control. Focus on arena strategy, field positioning, offensive and defensive strategies, penalties, conversion, and riding.
The PM session is for beginner players that can independently tack up, walk and trot, comfortably under control. Riders learn the basics of polo, hitting, equipment, rules, and safety. Open to riders 8+.
2025 Summer Camp Dates
| Session | Age Range | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Session 1 (4 Spots Remaining) | Ages 5-7 | June 16 – 20 |
| Session 2 (Waitlist Available) | Ages 8-13 | June 23 – 27 |
| Session 3 (1 Spot Remaining) | Ages 8-13 | June 30 – July 3 |
| Session 4 (Waitlist Available) | Ages 8-13 | July 7 – 11 |
| Session 5 (Waitlist Available) | Ages 8-13 | July 14 – 18 |
| Session 6 (Waitlist Available) | Ages 8-13 | July 21 – 25 |
| Session 7 (Waitlist Available) | Ages 8-13 | July 28 – August 15 |
| Session 8 (Waitlist Available) | Ages 8-13 | August 4 – 15 |
| Polo Camp | Ages 8+ | August 11 – 25 |
SORRY, NO REFUNDS
Camp fees are non refundable.
$10.00 fee to change/move week (if space allows, changes cannot be guaranteed)
Your registration is not complete until we receive payment.
Summer Camp FAQ
In addition to daily riding and horse care, the camp includes arts & crafts, outdoor games and nature walks in Fairmount Park.
~ long pants~ closed-toe shoes, preferably with a heel, no crocs~ a change of clothes for water games~ a packed lunch~ water~ snack optional ~ we do have a wonderful fountain that dispenses tasty Philadelphia water.
Weekly enrollment is limited to 20 campers per week. Riders are grouped according to ability.
No, camp runs rain or shine. In case of inclement weather, activities will be held inside.
Campers arrive by 9:00 am and assemble at the picnic table for roll call. They are then divided into 4 groups. The groups rotate through stations in and around the stable area and stay with the same counselor throughout the week. Campers participate in barn chores, equine education, exploration of Fairmount Park, riding twice a day, games and arts and crafts. Lunch is from 12:00 to 1:00
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