Maple Rock Stables
Gowanstown On
Home to the Maple Rock Vaulters
Kids & Adult Camps
Camp programs are a great alternative to conventional day care, a fun way to meet new friends and to learn about horses. We teach a variety of horsemanship skills in our many different programs, along with a few specialty camps for equestrian vaulting and trick riding. Our camps & clinics give kids and adults a hands on experience. They offer two coached lessons a day, plus other FUN activities with the horses. We also offer summer positions for student camp counsellors.
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March Break
2025 Dates
Monday 10th - Vaulting Clinic
$80+TAX 9am-3pm
🍀 ages 6 and up Kids & Adults
All levels welcome! No previous experience required
🍀This fun day covers all things vaulting with a spring start up for any vaulters with experience or an intro to those who want to give it a try. There are 4 coached lessons starting with Compulsories on the barrels - including our canter barrels. Then moving to horseback either in walk or trot level after lunch will be freestyle lessons first on the barrels, including the canter barrels then to horseback.
So much fun to be had by all.
🍀Parents will be welcome to enjoy a little show and tell at pick up time before you go!
What you need to bring
🍀dress for the weather - layers are best, easy to move in clothing that’s not too loose or baggy. No hoodies please
🍀long hair must be tied back and out of faces
🍀snack, water and lunches
🍀water shoes (or soft soled runners)
Trick Riding Tuesday 11th $80+TAX 9am-3pm
Our trick riding days are always lots of fun, with challenging ourselves to learn some cool moves. Although this is not a sport for the faint of heart, safety is number one when training with us. No previous experience is required, however riding experience is an asset. We will start by teaching moves on the barrels and progress to horses.
What you need to bring
🍀dress for the weather - layers are best, easy to move in clothing that’s not too loose or baggy. No hoodies please
🍀long hair must be tied back and out of faces
🍀snack, water and lunches
🍀running shoes are best (in trick riding we typically wear wrestling shoes, or pumas are great too for an idea)
Sugar Bush Wednesday the 12th
$70+TAX 9am-3pm
Ages 6+ kids only
The Martin family has been maple syrup producers for over 50 years. It’s a family tradition passed down from generations. We will be taking a tour of how maple syrup is made, having a pancake lunch with sausage, ice cream and of course maple syrup. A scavenger hunt in the bush, walk the trails. If we still have snow tobogganing behind the horses.
What you need to bring
🍀snacks & drinks
🍀dress for the weather
Trail Thursday 13th
$70+TAX 9am-3pm
Ages 6+ kids only
A twist on our traditional trail class, with a mix of obstacles including ground poles, bridges, and working gate. A combination of horsemanship skills and navigating through a pattern. If the weather allows for it we will try and hit the trails outside the ring too! If there is still snow ⛄️ we will get out the snow tubes for some fun on the trails.
What you need to bring
🍀 leather riding boots
🍀 certified riding helmet
🍀 dress for the weather
🍀 snacks, water, lunch
No previous experience needed
Friday 14th Fall Safety Clinic
$80+TAX 9am-3pm
All Ages welcome
All equestrians know it’s only a matter of time till you fall off a horse 🐎 your best way of protecting yourself from getting hurt is to learn and practice how to fall safely. This clinic covers just that, a mix of saddle up safety tips and learning how to tumble. With a combination of vaulting, trick riding and years of training and coaching background this unique class covers all sorts of FUN training. Starting on the ground with building muscle memory, progressing to the stationary barrels in our training gym, as well as our canter barrel. Then for those who are brave enough to try falling on purpose off our awesome vaulting and trick riding horses. This may sound scary but it’s more fun than you think!
🍀keep in mind this is a mandatory class for anyone wanting to join our vaulting or trick riding team🍀
and a skill all riders should have!
What do you need to bring?
🍀 helmets are optional
🍀 dress in athletic clothing as this is an active day and want to be able to move freely. Nothing too loose or baggy
🍀 running shoes are a great idea, riding boots are also okay
🍀 snacks, water, lunch
Come join in the FUN! 🤩
Summer Camps
2025 Summer Camp & Clinic Dates (all camps run 9am-4pm)
July 7-11 Beginners Week
July 14-18 Int-Adv. Games & Speed Events
July 21-25 Equestrian Vaulting Clinic & Show
Aug 4-8 Beginner Games & Speed Events
Aug 11-14 Trick Riding & Aerial Arts Clinic
Aug 18-22 Western Performance & Riding Levels
Beginner Camp Week - ages 6-12
July 7-11 $350+tax
Our beginner camps requires no previous horse experience. The kids learn all about horses including care, grooming, tacking, and of course beginner riding. They will get a chance to try a little bit of everything Maple Rock Stables has to offer, from western performance, games, trail obstacles, vaulting and more. All at a beginner walk/jog level with lead line assitance available as needed. On our down time kids will have work sheets, crafts, games, and free play in the shade. An excellent way for novice riders to spend time outside with horses, meet new friends and learn how to ride. Based on our popular kids club learn to ride program.
Int. - Adv. Games & Speed Events - ages 10+ Adults Welcome
July 14-18 $350+tax
This mini clinics style week will teach students proper patterns, body controls, drills to improve patterning and times. Working on developing their independent seat at speed and better their horsemanship skills. How to practice with purpose and set realistic goals. Each day there will be focus on one or two popular games you may see at a local fair or club show, with a key focus on barrel racing and pole bending. Out of the ring we will be touching base on horse health, care, nutrition, body scoring, first aid and conditioning.
**This camp is designed for students who have riding experience & are wanting to further their skills. (must be able to walk/jog/lope in control & tack with no assistance)**
**We do allow student to bring their own horses to this camp. Horses are required to have proof of vaccination and riders must have proof of liability insurance. They must do their own feeding and stall clean out. There are no additional boarding fees, while spaces last. Bring your own feed and bedding supplies**
Equestrian Vaulting Clinic & Show - ages 6+ Adults Welcome
July 21-25 $350+tax Schooling Show is free for all camp participants!
** no experience required
Our morning classes will be skills training in compulsories and building the fundamentals of vaulting. From on the ground, to the vaulting barrels, including our canter barrels. Building harmony with the horses and muscle memory. Afternoon classes will focus on freestyles, building your own or perfecting what you may already have. This clinic week has LOADS of hands on experience, suitable for all ages. Adults included, there’s something to challenge every level.
Maple Rock Summer Sunsational Vaulting Show July 25th
This schooling level show allows camp participants to show off their skills and recieve judges feed back. FREE for all camp participants! Spectators welcome at no extra cost, please bring your lawn chairs. More info on schedule to be posted at the barn.
Beginner Games & Speed Events- ages 6-12
August 4-8 $350+tax
Beginner friendly walk/jog games week, designed for those just learning speed events. We will teach proper patterns, basic fun skills and drills in all different gaming classes. Everything then need to know to tackle their first club show or local fall fair. A great way to build confidence and horsemanship skills with no added speed yet. Our most popular week, each lesson will be focused on a different gaming pattern to keep things fresh and fun. **Use one of our awesome lessons horses or bring your own (same requirements as above)
Trick Riding & Aerial Arts - ages 10+ Adults Welcome
August 11-14 $380+tax
It’s back & with a NEW twist! A three day, intensive hands on trick riding clinic. *Previous riding experience is a must. Horses and equipment are provided for trick/cossack riding and stunt falls. Participants will learn basic trick riding techniques using both a stationary barrel and horses. With a fourth day of Aerial arts with CirqueSmith!
**able to bring your own horse to learn circle work, straight line, desensitizing, and ground work methods (same requirements as above)**
Western Performance & Riding Tree - ages 10+ Adults Welcome
August 18- 22 $350+tax
Western performance covers the finer arts of western riding. Riders must be able to tack with little to no assistance, and have basic riding skills at walk/jog, there will be loping in these classes. Lessons will include halter, showmanship, western pleasure, horsemanship, command, and trail. We will also be working through development of riders independent seat with the “riding tree” levels. While outside the ring we will be working on the OE western riders levels prep. This weeks workshops are designed for those students with an interest in showing, and growing their horsemanship skills to further develop their abilities for a higher level of riding.
** A non refundable deposit of $100 is required to hold your space for any of our camps& clinics. The remainder is due one week before your scheduled camp week. Late fees will apply to any late payments**
We do except Jumpstart for any families that qualify.
Riding Camp Check List
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Certified riding helmet
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Proper riding boot (either cowboy boot, or a leather boot that covers the ankle & has a small heel)
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Long pants or jeans for riding (shorts will not be permitted ouch!)
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Sufficent clothing (please dress for the weather)
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Sunscreen (for those beautiful summer days)
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lunch & snack - Food is FUEL!
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Bathing suit and towel for summer camp water games
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Reusable water bottle
Vaulting Camp Check List
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No hoodies please
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Water shoes or vaulting shoes
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Hair must be tied back & out of faces
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Athletic clothing thats not too loose or baggy
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Shorts are welcome
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Sunscreen (for those beautiful summer days)
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Lunch & snacks
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Bathing suit and towel for summer water games
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Hat
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Reusable water bottle
