Childrens Camps - Japalouppe

CHILDRENS CAMP

CAMP BOOKING PROCESS

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CHILDRENS CAMP

Japalouppe holds residential horse-riding camps for children between the ages of 9 to 17 during summer, Diwali and Christmas holidays. The number of kids in each camp range between 25 to 50. We have been conducting these camps ..for the past 20 years and do 25 such camps. We pride ourselves on being the ideal place, not only for riders of all levels, but also for being a safe place for a child to stay away from his or her parents for the first time.

Children who love animals will have the opportunity to participate in a Horse Riding Camp, organized and conducted by trained and experienced instructors. The camps will give children the chance to interact with ponies and horses and experience the love and trust that comes from these noble creatures. Students develop a special bonding with the animals besides learning a sense of responsibility. The camps will be conducted keeping in mind all safety standards. All the organizers and instructors will be staying on the premises itself. We have an instructor - student ratio of 1:10.Read More

WHY IS HORSE RIDING GREAT FOR KIDS

The Natural attraction

Children are naturally attracted to horses and that makes horses a desirable alternative to TV-watching, Internet-surfing, or just "hanging out”. The Horse riding camps at Japalouppe not only teach riding but also puts children in touch with nature and several other animals.

Wholesome fun

When all the 50 kids at Japalouppe’s camp get involved, the time spent with each other, the time spent on and off the horses & the interaction with the other animals at Japalouppe can enhance the bond among family members and become one of the best treasured childhood memories. Moreover, the benefits of horse involvement can evolve into a rewarding lifelong hobby.

Character Development

Riding, handling, and caring for horses can develop a host of positive traits in a child, including responsibility, accountability, patience, level-headedness, empathy, kindness, and self-discipline. Riding enables kids to realize how their choices, attitudes, and behaviours affect the other living creatures around them".

Health benefits

Horse riding is a high intensity sport. Non-riders might think that the horse does all the hard work but only the rider can tell how intense horse riding is. Apart from its aerobic benefits, riding also helps a youngster develop endurance, balance, coordination, flexibility & better reflexes.

Enhancing Cognitive ability

The perseverance needed to ride well can translate into improved performance in the classroom. "Riding increases a child's focus and intensity. A child can't let his/her mind wander when they’re riding a horse." This learned concentration later shows up in kids' schoolwork, "to their parents' delight,".

Leadership

Riding offers much more than equestrian know-how. Here's why horses can be a life-enhancing choice for your child. "If your child likes animals and you're concerned about that child's problem solving, goal-setting, or decision-making skills, then definitely get him or her involved with horses, says Ann Swinker, Ph.D., a professor in Animal Science at Penn State University

CAMP MODULE

Orientation

The First day starts with a orientation of 1st time Parents followed by the kids orientation by Lorraine More (Director). Lorranie & Rohan More both live on the farm & are 100% involved in the camps and it’s day-to-day operations. Rohan More who had achieved his training from Canada oversees the training of the children & Ms Lorraine makes sure that all other operations are running smoothly.

Interactive Feedback Sessions
with the instructors

Everyday,after their riding session, the instructors & the children huddle-up.Our instructors who are fluent in English answer all riding related questions patiently. This makes the learning curve easier.

Certification

Japalouppe Camps are certified. Every camper is awarded a certificate as per their level during the certification ceremony in the presence of their parents. The grading is done for: Maintaining Their Journal, Written Test (Theory), Oral Test and an Equitation Test (Riding). Upon successful completion the student goes one level higher to a more challenging equitation level.

Riding Lessons

In each camp, every rider goes through 9 lessons in 6 days
& each lesson near to an hour. Riders are divided in groups
as per their Levels and are trained separately in groups.
Each 1st timer is provided with a horse handler. At the end
of the camp all 1st timers rise to the trot & many times without
an handler. Senior campers are also trained to Saddle &
Tack-up horses, groom, wash, handle and feed the horses.

Classroom and On field Learning Sessions

Every evening there are knowledge based presentations
on large screen about different topics about Horses like
breeds, colours, markings, grooming. These presentations
are educative & help children to perform better in their
Oral & Theory tests. Some of these lectures are also taken
by the Director Rohan More.

Orientation

Riding Lessons

In each camp, every rider goes through 9 lessons in 6 days & each lesson near to an hour. Riders are divided in groups as per their Levels and are trained separately in groups. Each 1st timer is provided with a horse handler. At the end of the camp all 1st timers rise to the trot & many times without an handler. Senior campers are also trained to Saddle & Tack-up horses, groom, wash, handle and feed the horses.

Interactive Feedback Sessions with the instructors

Classroom and On field Learning Sessions

Every evening there are knowledge based presentations on large screen about different topics about Horses like breeds, colours, markings, grooming. These presentations are educative & help children to perform better in their Oral & Theory tests. Some of these lectures are also taken by the Director Rohan More.

Certification

OTHER ACTIVITIES

Nature & Animals

Disco Night / Movie Night

One night the kids are dressed in their best party clothes and move to the beats of the DJ under the disco lights, on the other they enjoy a movie on a 100 inch wide screen & one night the dinner and story telling is around the Campfire.

Campfire Night

Early Mornings

A walk around the riding school with our dogs followed with some stretching exercises.

Free-Play on the Farm

FOOD AND ACCOMODATION

Our separate Girls & Boys dormitories accommodate over 50 kids! The Sky-Light Dorms are clean & well ventilated. Many campers who have now grown-up have made their best friends in Japalouppe’s dorms! We cook fresh and nutritious vegetarian food every day because horse riding is a high-intensity sport and needs energy. The Menu is never repeated in a camp so the kids will like most of the meals if not all. The menu is chosen from different Indian cuisines, Continental, Chinese & Mumbai Chaat. Once during the camp there is ‘Live’ Dosa breakfast counter & once a ‘Live’ Chaat counter for dinner. Dessert served after every dinner. Every mornings the kids get on the horse after Bournvita & Biscuits. The full breakfast is after the ride. To suffice their cravings, we let them buy fries, mini pizzas, smileys, maggi, etc. for the evening snack.

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FAQ's

My child has never stayed without me; will my child get homesick?

Most first time campers are happy in their new adventure. For the odd child that does get homesick we ensure that the child is comforted, receives some counselling and simple one-on-one attention. We’d appreciate your co-operation in trusting in our extensive experience in dealing with young campers. We go through approximately 1000 first time campers every year and many repeat campers. The camps at Japalouppe are designed to be entertaining, educative and eventful in a way that the kids settle down very quickly to enjoy the program.

Can I accompany my child for a camp or send a maid?

Japalouppe does not allow parents, family or friends to visit once the camp has begun. We find that it distracts the child from an already packed schedule. Such action also enhances the home-sickness feeling of the child and does not allow him/her to break the barrier of being able to stay away from their home. Other campers are also affected when a parent suddenly shows-up because they feel left out.

If I’ve forgotten to pack a few things which he/she was supposed to carry; can I come or send someone to hand deliver the things?

Please notify the office or the camp coordinator about who is coming and at what time. You can leave the parcel in the office and we will make sure your child will receive it.

My child is a poor eater & he/she has very specific taste. Can I pack food for him/her?

We make sure that all our food is nutritious and tasty. Not a single meal is repeated during the 6 day camp. The menu is designed in such a way that your child will enjoy most of the meals if not all.

One question we always ask the parents; would you like your child to open their own Tiffin boxes and enjoy their own food in front of other 50 campers? This would set a bad example for your own child and for the other campers who maybe are also missing their home food.

In our years of experience we have also noticed that kids bring a lot of junk-food which we strongly discourage because horse riding is a high intensity sport which needs lot of energy. Junk-food kills their appetite and they do not eat their meals which results in fatigue and a bad ‘Horse Riding Camp’ experience. If we find any kid with such food, we’ll make sure that all of it goes to Mini The Pig!

To satisfy their cravings, every evening we do give finger food like Smilies, Fries, Mini-pizzas, Chicken Nuggets, Maggie etc. which they can buy and you can settle the bills when you come on the last day for the display.

How can I stay in touch with my child while he/she is in camp?

The horse riding camps at Japalouppe are designed to be an exercise in independence as well as for them to learn how to ride.

You are most welcome to send a cell phone with your child. However the cell phones will be kept in safe custody and will be given to them at a designated time every day so that your child can contact you and speak with you. Typically the time the phones will be given to them is between 1:00 pm & 3:00 pm, however please note this time may vary based on their daily activities and so we urge you to be patient in awaiting their call.

In case you choose NOT to send a cell phone with your child ask your child to come to the office and we will permit him/her to give you a call during the designated call timings. We urge you to restrict this call to not more than 5 mins as there might be other kids who would like to use the office phone.

What about I-pods, PSPs, Game Boys, Cameras and other electronic gadgets?

We don’t allow any such electronic gadgets. Japalouppe does not take responsibility if any such expensive item is lost. Think of this as a chance to give your child a DIGITAL DETOX. Also, this allows the child to digitally disconnect and enjoy the wholesome experience of making new friends, interacting with the Japalouppe animals and embracing the natural beauty of the farm.

Do I need to send any cash with my child?

There is no need for the children to have any money in their possession while at camp. In case the child needs anything extra, with your permission, the office will have it purchased and you can settle it on the last day of the camp.

Do you have a drop and pick up facility?

We do offer a pickup facility for campers from Mumbai who have done camps at Japalouppe before. However we recommend that all first timers are dropped off so that the parents can attend the orientation session. We do not have a drop-off facility because all parents are expected to come on the last day to attend their child’s riding display.

In special cases where children are flying from different cities/countries we can arrange a pick-up and drop-off at the airport. Please contact the office for further information.

What time do we check in for a camp?

9:30 am is the standard reporting time for all camps and the parent orientation starts at 9.45am . In case you are planning on reporting late please inform us in advance.

What time do we pick up the kids from the camp?

Parents are expected to arrive at 2:00 pm on the last day of camp. The certificate distribution is done at 2:30 and the campers will give a horse riding display at 3:30 pm. The display gets over at around 5 pm. Friends and relatives are welcome to come and watch the display. The children always enjoy putting on a good show when they have an audience.

*Note: If there is a change in the above timing then Japlouppe will let you know.

How many camps are needed for my child to make progress?

We recommend a minimum of 2 camps a year to make progress. The more camps your child attends, the better he/she will get. Many campers who continue to ride have also started to compete in various horse riding tournaments across the country.

I don't fit in to the required age group. Can I still do a camp?

Yes, but not in the regular children’s camps. We do conduct specific camps for anyone who requests it. Check the Schedule for camp dates.

What will be the level of riding my child will achieve with the first camp?

Level 1 will get your child to learn the correct posture of sitting astride a horse, getting comfortable around the horse and being able to rise to the trot independently. Each level subsequently, takes the rider further with various riding skills.

How safe is horse-riding?

Very safe! Statistically you have a greater chance of falling off a motorcycle or a bicycle than off a horse. We at Japalouppe have a commitment to safety. Our horses are selected on the basis of their temperament and are further trained to be ‘rider friendly’. All riders are given horses suited to their level only and wearing riding helmets is compulsory.

My child doesn’t have a riding helmet; what do I do?

Don’t worry. We provide helmets to all our riders. If you have your child has a helmet please send it along

What kind of riding gear should I pack for my child?

Ideally, riding breeches and boots with a fitting T-shirt (so that the instructor is able to easily gauge and correct your posture). For kids 11yrs and older, we recommend athletic supporters for boys and sports bras for girls. If you don’t have breeches and/or boots, high waist, close fitting, full length stretch trousers or jeans and closed leather shoes with a 1 inch heel would be fine. We also suggest long (higher than ankle) thick sports socks to avoid bruises from the stirrups.

NOTE: When you book a camp, a list of ‘Things to bring’ will be emailed to you. Please make sure you read and comply as it will make things more comfortable for the camper.