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Pony Camp Improver
Level up your riding skills - half intermediate riding + half Multi Activity
Take your riding to the next level with our new Pony Camp Improver Camp.
Located on the edge of the Cotswolds, this is the perfect holiday for those with some intermediate riding experience looking to develop your skills. Tuition will include riding skills in Showjumping, Dressage and Cross Country, subject to ability.
What is included?
4x half days and 1 full day of riding lessons at Rein and Shine Equestrian Centre. Throughout the week you will receive expert instruction in Dressage, Showjumping and Cross Country managed by a Stage Four Eventing Coach. They will also lead you through BHS quality training in all aspects of pony care – grooming, tacking up and stable management. Please note: Riding sessions are split by ability, therefore friends travelling together may not necessarily be grouped together.
Is previous experience required?
Yes, in order to take part in this holiday and enjoy it to the full we require you to be able to canter independently with confidence.
Do I need any special equipment?
We’ll provide all the specialist equipment you need, but you must bring a pair of shoes or boots with a heel. You can bring your own jockey skullcap, but this must conform to British Horse Society approved safety standards. We request that children bring a body protector, which is mandatory when jumping - however the centre can provide one if necessary.
Ps - to create the best camp experience for kids attending occasionally we will combine adjacent age groups on selected activity sessions. This does not include rooming or pastoral groups. During off-site activities in public areas children will be escorted by a member of our PGL team at all times.
Browse our full range of Pony Camps here.
Activities
Every day is different
Every day you get to spend half your day trying out a selection of different activities from our brilliant Multi-Activity programme such as climbing and canoeing. The other half of your day is spent riding and caring for your horse at one of our brilliant specialist riding centres (a short bus drive away). Please note that not all activities are available at all centres; please see the specific centre pages for more information.
Evening activities - the fun doesn’t stop there!
We also include fun-packed evening activities programmes at all our centres, every day, all year round, whichever holiday you choose.
Sample Itinerary
| Schedule | Activities |
|---|---|
| Saturday | Arrive between 3-5pm for your first meal at dinner time. Get to know your new camp-mates during evening activities with your PGL groupie! |
| Sunday | Full day of up to four Multi-Activities such as Giant Swing and Trapeze |
| Monday | AM - At the local stables (initial riding lesson assessment and fun handling activities) PM - Multi-Activities such as Canoeing and Kayaking |
| Tuesday | AM - At the local stables (polework/gridwork, Racewood Eventing Simulator, tack & bandaging) PM - Multi-Activities such as Survivor and Climbing |
| Wednesday | AM - At the local stables (hacking, pony bathing and fun pony obstacle course) PM - Multi-Activities such as Jacobs Ladder and Axe Throwing |
| Thursday | AM - At the local stables (progression lessons - opportunity to take part in cross country jumping depending on ability, plaiting competition) PM - Multi-Activities such as Raft Building and Buggy Build |
| Friday | FULL day at the local stables to finish your week on a high! Last day fun will include mounted games, clear round showjumping and a presentation ceremony with your camp-mates. |
| Saturday | Last breakfast with your new friends before collection between 9-11am. See you for your next adventure soon! |
All of our Kids' Adventure Camps include breakfast, lunch and dinner - you can find dietary information and sample menus here.
The itinerary above gives a really great idea of what to expect on your Specialist Kids' Camp. Very occasionally we may have to rearrange activities due to weather or staffing, however wherever possible our team will reschedule or replace with like for like options during your stay.
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