HORSE RIDING CAMPS

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What to Expect at PHC Summer Camp

At Pickering Horse Centre, we’ve been offering quality summer camp experiences since 1978.

Our program blends hands-on horsemanship, fun activities, and expert instruction—designed with every child’s development in mind.

Daily Riding & Horsemanship

  • Two riding opportunities each day

  • Lessons focus on the basics of equitation and good horsemanship

  • Campers enjoy:

    • A fun “Games Ride”

    • A private Lunge Lesson (ideal for beginners)

  • Beginner riders build confidence using our simulation barrel horse before riding a real horse

  • PHC proudly supports Rookie Riders, an Equestrian Canada program for beginner riders

  • Our curriculum follows Long-Term Equestrian Development (LTED) principles from the Coaching Association of Canada

Camp Activities

  • Stable management & equine theory

  • Equine-themed arts & crafts

  • Summer Camp Gymkhana Days

  • Fun-filled theme days

  • Games and group activities

  • End-of-session Show Day for family and friends, with weekly awards for every camper

Our Commitment to Safety

  • Lessons taught by certified Equestrian Canada Instructors and Level 6 Rider Councillors

  • All staff are First Aid and CPR trained

  • Campers receive barn safety training

  • All saddles have safety stirrups, and our tack is professionally maintained

Offering Quality Horse Riding Camps Since 1978

NEW FOR 2026!

Register prior to:
February 28th, 2026
and receive a
15% Discount on your camp session.

We believe we have the best camp Schoolies in the world.

Well-trained, reliable, and safe horses
that help young riders thrive.

come meet our horses!

CAMP SESSIONS

  • 2025-2026 WINTER

    Monday December 22

    Tuesday December 23

    Monday December 29

    Tuesday December 30

    Friday January 2

    Time: 9:00 - 3:30 daily

    Cost: $135 + HST per day

  • 2026 SPRING

    Monday March 16

    Tuesday March 17

    Wednesday March 18

    Thursday March 19

    Friday March 20

    Time: 9:00 - 3:30 daily

    Cost: $135 + HST per day

  • 2026 SUMMER

    2026 Sessions

    Session 1: June 29 - July 3

    Session 2: July 6 - 10

    Session 3: July 13 - 17

    Session 4: July 20 - 24

    Session 5: July 27 - July 31

    Session 6: August 3 - 7

    Session 7: August 10 - 14

    Session 8: August 17 - 21

    Session 9: August 24 - 28

    Time: 8:30 - 3:30 daily

    Cost: $675 + HST per session

    * 2026 EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT: Register prior to January 31 and receive a 25% discount

register today!

SPECIALITY SUMMER CAMPS

Open to students that are currently in our lesson program.

PHC Specialty Sessions include:

Lease A Horse:
Enjoy a week of horse ownership! Riders will develop their skills working one on one with their favoirite horse.

Special activities include: a more enhanced stable management program (bathing, braiding, grazing, etc) as well as lessons that will cater towards individual competition goals for personal success in the OE Skills Development show ring.

2026 Dates: June 29 - July 3, 2026 and July 13 - 17, 2026

Hunter Derby:
This session will provide an opportunity for riders to learn and practice a more challenging hunter course in a grand prix environment. Riders and horses will showcase their capabilities through courses that demand athleticism and boldness with natural and interesting jumps and in a two ring format.

2026 Date: August 3-7, 2026

Musical Ride:
Ready to combine your love of horses with the magic of music? This session is the perfect blend of teamwork, rhythm, and equestrian fun. Whether you're an experience rider or a beginner, this is your chance to create a performance with a horse.

2026 Date: August 24 - 28, 2026

contact our office to register!

FAQs

  • We start riders at or turning age 7 during their camp year.

    We will accept younger riders if they have previous equestrian experience.

  • Each camper must bring their own lunch & snacks.

    Riding Attire

    • Boots: Campers must bring a pair of boots that cover the ankle and have a small heel (e.g. rain boots or paddock boots).

    • Pants: Long pants must be worn for riding—jeans, breeches, or leggings are all suitable.

    • Change of Clothes: Campers are encouraged to bring a change of clothes and shoes for games, crafts, and lunchtime comfort.

    Helmets

    • All riding helmets must meet ASTM safety standards.

    • Helmet rentals are available if your camper does not have one.

  • No. All riders must wear an ASTM approved riding helmet in order to be fully protected while riding and working around horses.

    Helmets are available for rental at $30 per session.

  • Regular Camp hours are 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. in spring/winter and 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. in summer.

    PHC offers a before and after-care program for campers who arrive between 7:00 and camp start, and who leave between camp finish and 5:00.

    If you know you will be late, give the office a call at 905 626 9065 or email thepickeringhorsecentre@gmail.com, and we will have staff ready to keep the camp fun going until you arrive.

    The cost for before and after-care is $20 per day each

  • During Summer Camp PHC offers a camp tuck shop which sells pop, water, freezies, chips, chocolate and Gatorade.

    If you are not sending your camper with money please remember to pack lots of water on the hot summer days!

    We do not open our Tuck Shop in the Winter or Spring so campers won’t require money during Spring Camp.

  • At PHC campers will experience the ride and feel of many different horses. Meet Our Horses

  • Each day of Winter/Spring horse camp is different, as well as each Summer camp session.

    Each has varying stable management topics and crafts.

    Campers will gain more riding skills and advance to new levels by strengthening muscle memory, which comes from practice in the saddle.

  • Riding is the primary activity at PHC Camp, and campers develop skills rapidly. One week of camp is equivalent to over 2 months of lessons!

    Campers will ride twice a day.

    One lesson will be our ‘Gymkhana Skill Test’ - where campers participate in fun, competitive activities that test horsemanship and teamwork between horse and rider through various speed and agility challenges

  • The final afternoon of Summer camp is Parent Day at PHC!

    Family members and friends are welcome to come and watch their camper ride for one hour and show off the skills they have learned throughout the week!

    Awards will be given out to all campers.

    Riding times for Parent Day will be sent out on the first day of camp.

  • Be sure to communicate any relevant health information in the designated spot on the registration form.

    If your camper has a food allergy, a notice will be sent out before the first day of camp for other parents to be aware of.

    If any medications are required to be taken by campers while at camp it must be designated on the registration and medication be given to the staff.

  • PHC Camp Refund Policy - We require minimum 30 day notice prior to the start of the camp date minus a $75.00 administration fee to provide a refund.

    If you would like to switch to a different date with availability we will do our best to accommodate.

  • Before & After Hour Care is available for $20 per day.

    Great for early drop-offs or late pickups!