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Equest Center Summer Horsemanship Day Camp - Special Stars

Equest Center Summer Horsemanship Day Camp - Special Stars · $350/week · ★ 5.0 (54 reviews)

Equest Center for Therapeutic Riding offers inclusive horsemanship day camps, including a 'Special Stars' program, focusing on therapeutic riding and equine ...

▌ Editor's read The Equest Center for Therapeutic Riding, Inc. website loads successfully and details their summer horsemanship day camps, including a 'Special Stars' program for individuals with special needs. The organization is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, founded by Leonard and Dolores P. Stankowski, and has been operating for 30 years, as stated on their 'About Us' page. The camp is a day program, running from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The website explicitly mentions that 'All staff and volunteers are background checked,' indicating a commitment to safety. While not ACA accredited, the center has a strong community presence with a 4.9-star rating from 167 Google reviews, with many reviewers praising the positive impact on participants and the dedication of the staff. Social media handles found are @equestcenter on Instagram and EquestCenter on Facebook.
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Since 199630+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 3–18

Equest Center Summer Horsemanship Day Camp - Special Stars sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right equestrian fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
1996 (30 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Equestrian
  • Ages: 3–18
  • Hours: 9:00am - 12:00pm
  • Address: 3777 Rector Ave NE, Rockford, MI 49341, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. $350 per week. Adult Camp is $210 for a 3-day session. A $50 non-refundable deposit is required.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Equest Center Summer Horsemanship Day Camp - Special Stars

What ages does Equest Center Summer Horsemanship Day Camp - Special Stars accept?
Equest Center Summer Horsemanship Day Camp - Special Stars is open to children ages 3–18. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Equest Center Summer Horsemanship Day Camp - Special Stars cost?
Equest Center Summer Horsemanship Day Camp - Special Stars publishes $350/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Equest Center Summer Horsemanship Day Camp - Special Stars's hours?
Equest Center Summer Horsemanship Day Camp - Special Stars runs 9:00am - 12:00pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Equest Center Summer Horsemanship Day Camp - Special Stars?
Equest Center Summer Horsemanship Day Camp - Special Stars is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 30 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Equest Center Summer Horsemanship Day Camp - Special Stars provide lunch?
Equest Center Summer Horsemanship Day Camp - Special Stars does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Equest Center Summer Horsemanship Day Camp - Special Stars compare to other equestrian camps in Rockford?
Equest Center Summer Horsemanship Day Camp - Special Stars is one of 6 equestrian camps in Rockford that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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