Horse Camps in Newport News, Virginia (Newport News City County)

This program is designed for beginners to build up their confidence and make an enjoyable experience around farm animals. We ride horses, care for animals, take nature walks and make art with a certified art teacher.

This camp offers a varieties indoors and and outside activities Mrs. Barnes, an art teacher for Chesapeake Public Schools, caters her art activities toward the campers skill levels and desires. Some activities include loom weaving, acrylic painting, watercolors, T-shirt designing, sculpting in plastic, and pen and ink designs. Outdoor activities include fishing, 4-wheeling, riding horses, picking vegetables, kayaking, and raising chicks and ducks. Camps are from 8-1 and $220, discounts for repeat campers & siblings.... See More

Each camp day at Horsin’ Around is an unique experience. While horses are our main focus during camp, our other farm friends help make the day even more special and memorable. Riders will get the basic foundation of horsemanship, western riding and learn general horse care. Students will participate in games, crafts, and fun farm chores. Our more experienced riders may enjoy a nice stroll along the trails. Designed with every rider in mind, you are sure to have a good time.... See More

In our camps we learn the basic skills of horsemanship, horse health, grooming, bathing, tacking and riding. Our camps also include swimming, arts and crafts, painting horses, fishing, canoeing, trail riding, equine photography, campfires and S'mores, picnics and more. We will ride every day, weather permitting, with lots of horse related activities to keep us busy each day.

* Half Day camps (Morning or Afternoon) are available during most sessions.

* Our camps are limited to 8 campers per session in order to assure quality instruction and attention for each student.

* Our Camps are suitable for any age and any level of experience.

* Camp riding lessons are private and tailored to each child's experience level.

* Please call with questions or to make reservations at or (Chris or Betty).... See More

Overnight Riding Camp Fox Pointe Farm
Week-long sessions for girls ages 11 to 17 seeking an accelerated week of riding instruction. We are a proudly a USHJA Recognized Riding Academy, TCP Certified Instructor, Interscholastic Equestrian Association coach, and member of VHSA, USEF. Riders interested our program should submit a brief video that demonstrates rider’s proficiency. Receive personal attention in a small group setting. Sessions are limited to 8 riders. Bring your own horse or ride farm-owned horses or ponies. Stay busy riding twice daily, hands-on sessions on-the-ground horsemanship and barn management. Instruction takes place in one of our two spacious arenas.
Come for a week of a fun and meaningful overnight camp experience where your riding skills will grow exponentially and you will meet new friends!
Sessions are Sunday-Saturday.
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