Rockbrook is a camp where no matter what you do, and learn to do, you'll have fun doing it, and horseback riding is no exception!
Rockbrook is a traditional overnight summer camp for girls located in the mountains of western North Carolina. Established in 1921, it is one of the area's oldest sleepaway summer camps. Rockbrook provides multi-week overnight camp sessions for girls ages 6 through 16. Each session accommodates 192 campers.
Rockbrook is well known for its diverse program of activities, including horseback riding, outdoor adventure, crafts, sports, drama, swimming, and more. With its traditional log cabin and stone buildings, its beautiful forests, fields, waterfalls and rock outcroppings, and its over 200 acres of land, Rockbrook provides a fabulous outdoor experience.
Rockbrook employs an enthusiastic staff of cabin counselors and highly trained instructors. The directors and full-time staff are educators and professionals who work with children.
"Rockbrook is near and dear to my child's heart. She has grown up coming to camp, has been on all three lines, and is now an independent teenager, full of confidence, self esteem, and spirit, a true 'Rockbrook girl.'" — Parent, Rome, GA
The Rockbrook equestrian camp program combines qualified staff, experienced horses, and excellent facilities to create an atmosphere where campers can advance their horseback riding skills, expand their horsemanship knowledge, and enjoy riding with friends.
Their horse camp features horses ranging from experienced A circuit show horses to seasoned beginner ponies, including a number of horses from St. Andrews Presbyterian College and Sweet Briar College. All of their horses are active in equestrian programs throughout the year.
The equestrian staff is qualified to teach a wide range of riders. Young beginners play mounted games and learn about their favorite horses, while others may learn to post the trot, canter, or jump. More advanced riders may jump through gymnastics or over natural obstacles.
"We love the camp, the programs and especially the staff. My daughter could not have had a better experience anywhere else." — Parent, Charlotte, NC
"It's quite true that a spirit of Rockbrook does exist, and it's what brought me back year after year." — Former Camper, Tallahassee, FL
Choosing the right equestrian camp for your daughter can make all the difference between an average summer and a summer to Remember!
Rockbrook is a camp where no matter what you do, and learn to do, you'll have fun doing it, and horseback riding is no exception!
Girls' Summer Camp with Hunter/Jumper Riding Program
Per Rockbrook Camp for Girls: a traditional overnight summer camp for girls located in the mountains of western North Carolina. Established in 1921 — one of the area's oldest sleepaway summer camps. Rockbrook provides multi-week overnight camp sessions for girls ages 6 through 16. Each session accommodates 192 campers.
Per the camp: well known for a diverse program of activities including horseback riding, outdoor adventure, crafts, sports, drama, swimming, and more.
Per Rockbrook Camp: situated on 214 private acres in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Features:
Equestrian facilities: camp barn + 2 riding rings on the flatter part of camp where 26 horses live every summer.
Per Rockbrook Equestrian Camp: the program combines qualified staff, experienced horses, and excellent facilities to create an atmosphere where campers can advance horseback riding skills, expand horsemanship knowledge, and enjoy riding with friends.
Horse range includes:
Per the camp: all horses are active in equestrian programs throughout the year.
Per Rockbrook Equestrian Camp, the equestrian staff teaches a wide range of riders:
The equestrian director considers skill, confidence, and size in assigning appropriate mounts, riding groups, and instructors. Per the camp: "The overall priorities are safety, fun, and skill advancement."
Per Rockbrook Equestrian Camp: girls ride every day except Sunday. Campers can spend two one-hour periods at the barn:
Per Rockbrook Camp:
Per the camp: equestrian staff is qualified to teach a wide range of riders, with skill-confidence-size matching for each camper.
Per Rockbrook Camp: "Tasty, balanced meals served family style with cabinmates." Always includes:
Three voices from the source:
Parent, Rome GA (multi-line camper, now teenager): "Rockbrook is near and dear to my child's heart. She has grown up coming to camp, has been on all three lines, and is now an independent teenager, full of confidence, self esteem, and spirit, a true 'Rockbrook girl.'"
Parent, Charlotte NC: "We love the camp, the programs and especially the staff. My daughter could not have had a better experience anywhere else."
Former Camper, Tallahassee FL: "It's quite true that a spirit of Rockbrook does exist, and it's what brought me back year after year."
To enroll or learn more: Jeff and Sarah Carter (Directors) at 828-884-6151, email office@rockbrookcamp.com. Address: P.O. Box 792, Brevard, North Carolina 28712. Pricing varies by session length and lodging; pricing as quoted is subject to change due to economic factors — confirm current pricing with Rockbrook Camp directly when booking.
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