2026 Summer Camp with DEC

2026 Summer Riding Camps at Durham Equestrian Club

 

Each day riders will come to the barn ready to learn about horses and have fun. Daily horsemanship lessons will allow riders to gain an understanding of all things equine. Riders will also get to spend 90 minutes each day riding. On Fridays riders will participate in a mock-horse show to demonstrate for parents all of the skills they’ve perfected over the week. Sessions are capped at 6 riders per group so all riders receive adequate attention.

 

Tiny Trotters 1:00pm-4:30pm M-F

Perfect for those who are new to horses or have limited experience!

• No experience required. This level welcomes children who have never ridden before, as well as those who have gone on pony rides, taken a few lessons, or even attended previous summer camps.

• Daily 90-minute mounted instruction to build comfort and confidence in the saddle.

• 30-minute horsemanship lecture and demo to learn about horse care, safety, and basic equine knowledge.

• DEC current clients in GREEN or BLUE lessons (ask your trainer if your child may be ready for Junior Jumpers by summer, some of them are close!)

• $450

• Ages 6+

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SESSION I - 6/15- 6/19

SESSION II - 6/22- 6/26

SESSION III - 7/13- 7/17

SESSION IV - 7/27- 7/31

SESSION V - 8/10- 8/14

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Junior Jumpers - 8am-12pm M-F

For riders ready to improve their skills!

• Designed for riders who are able to canter independently on correct leads, trot in and canter out of lines, and are working on putting together courses. 

• Daily 90-minute mounted instruction focusing on developing technique and advancing their riding skills.

• 30-minute horsemanship lecture and demo to deepen their understanding of horse care, tack, and barn management.

• DEC current clients in PURPLE, RED, or ORANGE.

• $450

• Ages 8+​​​

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SESSION I - 6/15-6/19

SESSION II - 6/22-6/26

SESSION III - 7/13-7/17

SESSION IV - 7/27-7/31

SESSION V - 8/10-8/14

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Advanced Adventurers, 8-4:30pm M-F

Limited spots available, trainer approval required!!​

Designed to offer educational experiences for dedicated riders wanting to take their riding to the next level!

• Riders participating in this level must be competing in at least the short or long stirrup. Riders should be comfortable riding unfamiliar horses in new locations.

• Up to three hours of mounted instruction daily to build skills and strength. Most days will feature a field trip to another location with guest instructors.

• Daily horsemanship lectures and hands-on experiences to learn about horse care, safety, and advanced equine knowledge.

• DEC current clients in ORANGE (trainer approval required), BLACK, & TEAL.

• Ages 10+

• $950

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Advanced Adventurers Travel Camp - 7/06-7/10 

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IEA BOOTCAMP

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• For riders planning to compete  on the 2026-2027 DEC IEA team

• This week-long, half-day bootcamp is designed to cover all aspects of IEA competition and preparation. Riders will enjoy plenty of ride time, participate in on-the-ground workouts, and gain a deeper understanding of what judges are looking for in the show ring. Campers will also learn proper rider presentation and horse show etiquette. This immersive experience is the perfect way to prepare for the upcoming IEA season, giving riders the skills, confidence, and competitive edge needed for a strong start.

• Morning sessions for all over fences levels (8am-12pm)

• Afternoon sessions for walk-trot and walk-trot-canter divisions (1pm-5:00PM)

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SESSION I - 7/20- 7/24

SESSION II - 8/3- 8/7