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Al Shaqab Summer Camp for Children | Al Shaqab Riding Academy

  • Sports & Physical Skills
  • Skill : Horse riding
  • Location : Doha,Qatar
  • Age Range : 13-18,3–5,6–8,9–12,Adults (18+)
  • Level : Beginner,Intermediate
  • Class Type ⇀ Group
  • Gender ⇀ Mixed
  • Registration :Open
Al Shaqab Summer Camp for Children is a premier equestrian program held at Al Shaqab Riding Academy in Qatar, designed to provide children with immersive, enjoyable, and educational experiences in horseback riding and equestrian culture. The camp is tailored to multiple age groups and skill levels, emphasizing horsemanship, personal confidence, and physical activity in a professional and safe environment. The programs include riding lessons, stable management, theory, recreational activities, and therapeutic sessions for children with special needs.

Age Groups and General Structure

  1. Young Riders: Ages 3–6 years
    • Focus: Introduction to horse riding, playful activities, basic coordination, and confidence-building.
    • Duration: 1-week sessions, running daily 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
  2. Children: Ages 6–9 years
    • Focus: Skills development in basic riding, stable management, and equestrian knowledge.
    • Duration: Multiple sessions between June and August, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
  3. Older Children and Young Teens: Ages 10–14 years
    • Focus: Advanced riding lessons, show-jumping skills, and preparation for competitions.
    • Duration: Sessions of two weeks in morning to early afternoon blocks.
  4. Riders at Competitive Level
    • Level: Jumping 90 cm and above.
    • Focus: Elite training, performance enhancement, and advanced show-jumping instruction.
    • Duration: Early August and mid-to-late August sessions, 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM.
    • Fees: QAR 15,000 and QAR 9,000 for respective sessions.
  5. International Camp: Ages 14+
    • Focus: Intensive training for international riders with elite coaching on technique and rider-horse partnership.
    • Duration: 3–14 August 2026.

Specialized Programs

  1. Pony Club Summer Camp
    • Age groups: 3–6 and 6–9 years.
    • Focus: Suitable for beginners, combining riding lessons and recreational equine activities.
    • Duration: Multiple sessions in summer, morning hours.
  2. Equine Education Classes
    • Age: 3–18+ years.
    • Focus: Includes group riding lessons of 30–45 minutes per session, stable theory, and practical horse care skills.
    • Frequency: Classes 2–3 times a week.
    • Facility: Longines Indoor Arena, air-conditioned and fully equipped.
  3. Ladies Riding Classes
    • Age: 14+ years.
    • Focus: Women-only riding sessions to develop skills and confidence.
    • Structure: Three lessons weekly during summer; 45 minutes per lesson.
  4. Equine Assisted Therapy Program
    • Age: 3–12 years.
    • Focus: Children with autism spectrum disorder benefit from improvements in social interaction, motor skills, stress management, and overall wellbeing.
    • Structure: 40-minute sessions twice a week, combining riding and stable management activities.
  5. One-Time Riding Classes
    • Focus: Introduction to riding before committing to full monthly programs.
    • Structure: One-time 45-minute sessions, available as group or private lessons.

Program Highlight Features

  • Professional Coaching: Led by experienced instructors, including FEI-certified tutors for advanced levels.
  • Facility Excellence: Indoor, temperature-controlled arenas and world-class equestrian infrastructure.
  • Competitions and Training: Exposure to show-jumping rules, stable management, and tournament preparation.
  • Therapeutic Options: Inclusive sessions for children with special needs, emphasizing physical, cognitive, and emotional benefits.
  • Recreational Elements: Play-based pony rides and fun equine activities to enhance engagement for younger participants.

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