At Ravenwood Riding Academy, we offer enriching summer wellness retreats for ages 5-18, combining fun, learning, and healing in a nurturing environment. Our unique programs blend therapeutic horse practices with a variety of wellness activities, catering to both riders and non-riders. Whether your child is experienced with horses or a complete beginner, they will thrive as they learn, explore, and connect with nature.

Morning Routine: Building Responsibility

Each day begins with one hour of hands-on animal care. Participants learn responsibility and teamwork by:

• Feeding the horses.

• Mucking stalls and maintaining the barns.

• Learning the essentials of horse health and care.

This fosters work skills, confidence, and a deep connection to the animals.

Wellness Activities for All Programs

1. Fun Yoga in Nature:

Engage in lighthearted yoga sessions surrounded by flower fields or friendly farm animals, encouraging flexibility, balance, and relaxation.

2. Breathwork & Meditation:

Certified somatic breathwork practitioner Dawn guides participants in learning to breathe deeply, manage stress, and build resilience. These practices are valuable tools kids can use in their daily lives to calm their minds and tackle challenges.

3. Music & Sound Healing:

Explore the magic of sound with crystal sound baths, Tibetan bowls, and global instruments. Children are encouraged to play and experiment with the sounds, making this both therapeutic and fun.

4. Plant & Gardening Wellness:

Hands-on horticultural activities include planting, harvesting, and simple farm-to-table learning. The kids learn about eating healthy and about how are horses all eat healthy too no chemicals, junk, preservatives, all gmo free, synthetic vitamin free foods. All snacks for the kids provided are healthy and whole foods  again introducing some picky eaters to a more healthy lifestyle. They create paint pots and plant seedlings to take home—a reminder of their retreat experience. Through these activities, children learn about the environment, healthy eating, and creative self-expression.

5. Five Animal Qigong:

This engaging and fun practice involves imitating movements inspired by the tiger, deer, bear, monkey, and crane. The ancient poses help balance the body’s energy and introduce participants to the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine in an easy and enjoyable way.

6. Horse Wellness Program:

Build a profound connection with horses through riding or non-riding options. Participants engage in mirrored work, observing how horses reflect emotions and learning valuable lessons about communication, trust, and empathy. This symbiotic relationship fosters self-awareness, patience, and personal growth.

Why Choose Ravenwood?

Our retreats are designed to help kids and teens build confidence, develop life skills, and nurture a deeper connection to themselves, nature, and others. The blend of horsemanship, wellness activities, and outdoor exploration creates an unforgettable experience filled with learning, fun, and lifelong memories.

At Ravenwood Riding Academy, children leave not only with new skills but with a sense of accomplishment, joy, and a renewed sense of well-being.

Join us this summer to grow, play, and connect—discover the magic of Ravenwood!