AAES Summer Equestrian Camps

One of our favorite things about the warm, bright days of summer is the opportunity to work with our equestrian campers! Their accomplishments, giggles, and early morning freshness continue throughout the hot, humid afternoons as they assist in the simple, yet confidence building activities of routine stable chores, the care of rescue pups, and of course their most favored recreation-their riding lessons!

Your camper's experience at the Academy is paramount to us. Summer Camp 2008 will offer innovative levels of challenge and activities for new and returning campers alike-all built upon the foundation of our world-class equestrian fundamentals. The summer camp dates for next year, as well as the registration form, are available on our Summer Youth Camp page.

AAES Saddle Club
In addition to our regular programs, the American Academy is proud to offer membership in our exclusive social club for our young equestrians, ages 4 to 17, who wish to explore the fun side of belonging to a group and participating, as a team, in the sport they love. The Saddle Club sponsors fun and educational activities throughout the year which are led by Academy staff members and parent volunteers. A schedule of events for the 2007-2008 year is posted below, and includes such highlights as a trip to New York City to see the world-famous Radio City Music Hall’s Christmas Spectacular in November, The Washington International Horse Show in Washington DC, local horse shows, and other special events. More events will be added as the year progresses.

The AAES Saddle Club’s goal is to promote healthy growth and development both in younger kids and upcoming adults by giving them opportunity to develop responsibility, respect for themselves and others, support for one another through positive social interaction, and mental and physical fitness through group activities that evoke team spirit, sportsmanship, and community awareness. The Club provides the kids with a means of learning and connecting with each other in a safe and fun environment.
Members in the Club will receive a 10% discount on Academy apparel and products. The Yearly Membership fee for the Saddle Club is $50 per person; each additional family member is $25.