SCHOOL HOLIDAY DAY CAMPS

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Tarcoola holiday activities/camps are run every school holidays. They are a full one day (8.30AM-2.30PM), fun and learning filled experience for your child, that will leave them enriched with confidence, enthusiasm and excitement. We have something for nearly everyone, catering for different disciplines, levels and ability. Below is a detailed description of what each camp entails and also a link to our online scheduling program Vagaro. When you're booking through Vagaro, be sure to go to the classes tab to book for camps, it will show as unavailable if you go through services. If you're not sure, having trouble booking or don't know  what your child would be best suited to, please don't hesitate to contact us to discuss.

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TRADITIONAL DAY CAMPS

These are for kids that want to have fun! Those that want to do a little bit of everything whilst learning the fundamentals of riding. Its suitable for beginners, right through to those that can ride or are taking regular lessons. Therefore a mixed age/ ability group is possible so if your child that can ride would like to invite their friend that has no experience- this is absolutely possible! The children’s ability levels are carefully matched to one of our beautiful school ponies.

The day consists of a little bit of everything. We start with obstacle courses, flat work and activities focusing on control. We go on a trail ride, learn and practice some pony club sporting events, and play some pretty fun games on the horses. The kids are also given the opportunity to halter/bridle, brush and water their trusty steed for the day.

Our camps start at 830 and finish at 2.30pm.

The daily schedule is usually

845-945am- session 1

945-1015- morning tea

1015-1215- session 2

12.15-1.15- Lunch

1.15-2.30- session 3

Morning tea and lunch are provided. Usually party pies and sausage rolls for lunch, lamingtons and choc chip biscuits for morning tea. If your child is fussy or has allergies please provide a packed lunch.

These really are a great fun day for the kids. Your child will be raving about how much fun they’ve had for a long time to come.

Suitable for ages 5-12yo.

Cost $140

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ADVANCED PONY CLUB CAMP

Another really fun day. More focused at teenage kids. Similar to the traditional day camp we try a little bit of everything. The group is usually split into two, Sue taking one group and Rach the other then swapping. Obstacle courses, jumping, grid work and flat work exercises start the day, followed by a trail, sporting and pony club activities and more games and fun after lunch.

Our camps start at 830 and finish at 2.30pm.

The daily schedule is usually

845-945am- session 1

945-1015- morning tea

1015-1215- session 2

12.15-1.15- Lunch

1.15-2.30- session 3

Morning tea and lunch are not provided on these days so please bring a packed lunch.

Suitable for ages 10 +

Cost $140

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COMBINED TRAINING DAYS

Combined training days are a great way to combine some dressage and jumping in one day. Very suitable for those with their own horses that are aspiring to compete or out competing. We do have some school horses available too if you don’t have your own horse but would like to give one of these days a go.

Pending numbers It involves a 30 min private flat work lesson with Rachael, possibly a dressage test like you would do at a competition, a group jumping lesson with Sue for between 40-60 mins and a 45 min group practice competition round at the end of the day.

There is some spare time that you aren’t riding on this day but kids are welcome to help with chores or watch and encourage others.

Morning Tea and lunch are NOT provided on these days so please bring a packed lunch.

Suitable for varying ages 10+

Cost $140

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DRESSAGE DAYS

Tarcoola Dressage days are such a great introduction and/or continuation for those aspiring to ride or compete in dressage. Theyre a great way to get a taste of all the different aspects involved in dressage.

The day involves a 30 min private lesson in the morning with rach.

After lunch we then have a protocol session with a visiting judge. we run through a dressage test like you would at a competition, its judged and then the judge and rider run through the things that you and your horse need to work on most to improve your performance.

Other riders learn to pencil, call, and even be a student judge.

 There is some spare time that you aren’t riding on this day but kids are welcome to help with chores or watch, encourage and learn from others.

Morning Tea and lunch are NOT provided on these days so please bring a packed lunch.

Suitable for varying ages including adults 10yrs +

Cost $140

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JUMP DAYS

Tarcoola Jump Days involve 3 group sessions conducted by our amazing jump instructor Sue.

Limited school horses are available for these days, so if you don't have your own horse be sure to book in early.

Morning Tea and lunch are NOT provided on these days so please bring a packed lunch.

Suitable for varying ages 10+

Cost $140

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JUMP COMPETITION DAYS

These days as the name suggests are more focused at the competition side of showjumping. Walking the course, riding courses and learning lines, fence types etc are all part of the day. A really good introduction and continuation for those keen to compete.

Morning Tea and lunch are NOT provided on these days so please bring a packed lunch

Suitable for ages 10+

Cost $140

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GYMKHANA DAYS

One of our most popular days. At Christmas and Easter we use these days as a fun excuse to get dressed up! But in winter and spring it is a great day to do a little bit of everything as you would at a Pony Club Gymkhaha. Flat work, sporting, Jumping, Obstacles are all part of the day. A great day for a variety of ability levels and ages.

Morning Tea and lunch are NOT provided on these days so please bring a packed lunch.

Suitable for varying ages and ability levels

Cost $140

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All camp days are a huge learning curve and confidence builder for children and will leave the kids with long lasting happy memories.  Once they've come and shared a day with others, they'll want to come again and again.

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Camps need to be booked early as there are limited places each day and we try to place pupils in groups of similar age and riding ability.  We also need to ensure our school horses are matched to the rider's ability. There is also a 50% non refundable deposit required upon booking.

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Please don't hesitate to contact us today!

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*Cancellation Policy- We have a strict cancellation policy in place for our school holiday programs. Once your camp has been confirmed via email 24 hours prior, it is unable to be cancelled. It will be fully payable. This policy will be strictly adhered to.

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