Extra Riding
In addition to our regular riding program, we also offer other opportunities for
campers who would like to ride more often or would like the chance to work
one-on-one with an instructor.
Many of our campers choose to sign up for private or
semi-private lessons throughout their time at camp.
These
lessons are a great opportunity to develop more advanced skills
and techniques or even just to tackle old equitation problems or
questions.
For our more advanced riders, we offer campers the chance to take a horse off camp property
to a local cross-country course.
This half-day trip includes trailering, warm-up in a show jumping
arena, and an hour of cross-country instruction with Judy Kronenberger. The trip consists of four students
with two horses so that only two girls are mounted at any given time. This way, the mounted portion of the
trip is similar to a semi-private lesson, rather than a group lesson. Also, while un-mounted, the students
walk the course with Judy while she instructs and get the chance to watch their fellow students' lesson
and learn even more!
During our two- and three-week sessions, campers are invited to
participate in a Show 'n Learn horseshow. These shows consist of
three classes in each division with ribbons given out for each class.
The Show 'n Learn operates just like a regular schooling show, with the
major difference that the judge gives instruction throughout the show.
This is a great opportunity for students with little show
experience who would like to compete, without the pressure of a
traditional show.
Private and Semi-Private Lessons
Earl Park Cross-Country Schooling
Show N' Learn Horseshow
info@sjridingcamp.com  ∙  860-872-4742  ∙  130 Sandy Beach Road, Ellington CT 06029
Campers can choose to work on their stadium jumping,
dressage skills, or head out to the X-Country course.
 
Working one-on-one with an instructor is a great way to quickly
improve your riding skills.  
Some campers take one
private lesson a session
while others take a few each
week.
  These lessons are in
addition to their regular riding
lessons and are offered for an
additional cost.