This unique program is offered to advanced riders ages 12+ and is a combination of our student volunteer program and advanced camp program! During each week during Summer Camp, students have the opportunity to work within the equestrian industry. Students will be assigned a training horse for the week, chore shifts, coaching shifts and can redeem lessons and trail rides for all their great work! This experience involves being able to develop the skills and knowledge to fill multiple job descriptions with horse welfare and safety.
Best of all, signing up for a working student spot is FREE!
Best of all, signing up for a working student spot is FREE!
Working Student Experience
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Qualifications
To qualify for the Working Student Advanced Camp, students must meet the following qualifications:
- Be over the age of 12 (adults are welcome to register as well)
- Be at a minimum of a novice-intermediate riding level in the Sagehill lesson program or a similar skill level in another riding program (email us at [email protected] if you are unsure of your riding level or if you are from another barn)
- Cantering (or loping) in lessons
- Capable/strong enough to push a full wheel barrow
- Be able to catch a horse outside unassisted
- Be able to tack-up unassisted, including bridling and cleaning feet
FAQ
What are the shift hours?
Hours for Advanced Camp are 8:00am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday, with a 1 hour lunch break.
What is the cost of the program?
Free! There is not cost to a working student spot. Important to note, you must still register for a spot and commit to a week.
How many spots are available?
There are a maximum of five working student advanced camp spots open a week. We do have a waiting list for those who can't get the week they want.
Please email [email protected] to inquire about the waiting list.
Please email [email protected] to inquire about the waiting list.
How do i reedem my lessons?
There is the option to add up to 3 additional group lessons for $82+GST/lesson for those that would like more riding time. Private lessons are $105+GST/lesson and may be an option depending on the schedule.
What to bring to camp?
Students should bring:
- equestrian helmet and proper riding footwear and clothing
- rubber boots (or winter boots, depending on the season)
- clothes appropriate for doing barn chores
- appropriate warm or cool clothing for working outside (hat, mitts/gloves, jacket, ski pants if its cold. Baseball hat/sun hat and sunscreen and fly spray for the summer months)
- lunch, water/drinks and snacks (students are welcome to participate in the hotdog lunches at the end of every camp week!)
- change of clothes (especially socks and footwear) in case of inclement weather (we will be gong outside rain or shine)
