2022 GMHA Young Rider Camp

This is a 3-day, overnight camp designed exclusively for members of the Area 1 Young Rider program who are between the ages of 12 and 25 years old and have completed at least 1 Beginner Novice event or have a written recommendation from their current riding instructor.

We have an all-star lineup of instructors ready to teach all levels from Beginner Novice to 3*. Jane Hamlin, John Bourgoin, Suzi Gornall and Stephie Baer have been bringing Area 1 Young Riders to the top of the sport and teaching at this camp for many years. And back by popular demand is Jan Byyny. Jan has been a member of many US Equestrian teams all over the world, including as a team alternate for the Athens Olympics. Still an active rider and competitor, she also is now a selector for US teams. **Jan will also be the coach for our Area 1 USEF Young Rider Eventing Championship team, so this camp is your opportunity to train with her ahead of time** Also joining us is Lauren Mair – Lauren grew up in Area 1 then traveled the world as a groom and barn manager for 5* rider Lauren (Kieffer) Nicholson. Lauren will be sharing her tips, tricks and vast expertise in horse care.

Cost: $825 (Educational vouchers can be applied for to help with the cost)

This includes:

• 3 full days of riding instruction and unmounted horse management from five of the top Young Rider coaches/instructors in the US and an internationally experienced 5* groom/barn manager

• 3 nights of stabling for your horse (shavings and hay can be purchased with advanced notice)

• All meals from dinner July 19th through lunch July 22nd

• 3 nights accommodation at the Quality Inn in Quechee, VT

• Bus transportation between the motel and The Green Mountain Horse Association

• EMT on site

• Vet and farrier services on call

• Lots of fun, making new friends and learning new things!

Camp starts with arrivals on Monday July 18th (2-6pm) and runs through Thursday, July 21st at 5pm.

Tentative camp schedule:

Participants will have 2 mounted lessons per day in small groups, as well as 1 unmounted lesson per day. The final day will be arranged in a show format complete with a formal horse inspection, dressage test, a show jumping round, with re-do’s and critiques.

How to Register:

You must register online using the form below.

Camp is open to all qualified Area 1 Young Rider members on a first come, first serve basis. We anticipate filling all spots, and will develop a waiting list. Camp registration fee is refundable only if the spot can be filled from the waiting list.

For any questions, please contact Melanie Loschiavo, Area 1 Young Rider Coordinator. Email Melanie at melanie.loschiavo@gmail.com or text/call: 802-279-6228.