Strides Riding Academy Camps

Strides Riding Academy Camps runs a Summer Riding Camp that includes daily riding lessons, hands-on horsemanship, grooming and horse care, mounted games, outdoor crafts, and other equine-related activities.

Programs

• Summer Riding Camp — Ages 6-12 · Camp hours: 9am-2pm · $675 per week · Daily riding lessons, hands-on horsemanship, grooming and horse care, mounted games, outdoor crafts and equine-related activities; beginner and intermediate riders welcome; Petaluma, CA
• Riding Lessons (Beginner through Advanced, Youth and Adult) — Riders ages 5 and up · Beginner lessons, weekly lessons and advanced training for youth and adult riders; offered at Petaluma and Santa Rosa locations
• Summer and Winter Camps (Riding Camp, Ranch Camp) — Youth summer and winter camps including riding camp and ranch camp
• Competitive Riding Programs (Schooling Shows, Rated Shows, IEA Teams) — Includes IEA team and attendance at schooling and rated shows
• Partial Leasing Program — Bridge between weekly lessons and full horse ownership, offering consistent, immersive time with a specific horse
• Horse Ownership and Full Leasing Program — Personalized guidance and coaching for students who own or fully lease horses
• STRIDES Equestrian Team — Team program including IEA and educational-based programming for riders who compete
• Legacy Riders Program — 6-month experience including monthly hands-on clinics and weekly guided barn time for students growing horsemanship beyond regular lessons

At a glance

• Ages: 5–12 years old
• Price range: $675 per week
• Facility hours: Mon - Fri: 8 AM - 6 PM; Sat - Sun: 8 AM - 5 PM

About the provider

The program's mission statement reads: "At Strides Riding Academy, we experience a world where horse riding empowers personal growth, builds confidence, and fosters lasting connections. Through excellence in training, a deep commitment to our students, and a culture of transformation, we inspire riders of all levels to achieve their goals both in and out of the saddle."

• Leasing (Half and Full Leasing and Full Training for Privately Owned Horses) — Half leasing, full leasing and full training services for privately owned horses

No prior riding experience is needed for camps; beginner through intermediate riders are welcome. Riders do not need to have their own horse for lessons, as well-trained lesson horses are provided. Registration for summer camp is completed online through the Strides Riding Academy website, and spaces are noted as filling quickly.

What families say

“Our daughter absolutely adores Strides. The staff is always friendly, accommodating, and helpful. She has only thrived in her confidence and love if everything horse related throughout her ongoing last four years of lessons there. Highly recommended!” — Strides Parent

“My wife suggested the Strides Riding Academy for our daughter in Petaluma. It has definitely paid off, dramatically. She has learned so much about horses, riding and herself. Employees are great, along with a very positive atmosphere all around! I highly recommend this place.” — Strides Parent

Last updated August 18, 2026.