Four Freedoms Park, along with Venture Equestrian Training Center and Saddlewood Horse Club, offer a wide variety of horse programs for children and adults. Both facilities are located in the Southwest section of Cape Coral. Most programs are available year-round, but space is limited, so be sure to reserve your space early. See below for information about specific horsemanship programs and upload the current Parks & Recreation Program Guide or go to Register Online to see specific dates and pricing.

Venture Equestrian Training Center

Mother/Daughter Horse Discovery (4-6 year olds)
This class is designed to introduce your child to the wonders of horses. Learn the basics of horsemanship, grooming, riding and respect. Parent is required to stay and assist with their child.  There are 4 classes that meet on Tuesday from 4:30pm to 5:30pm.  Upcoming sessions are: 
                
                May 26  - June 16, 2009
                June 30 - July 21, 2009
                August 4 - August 25, 2009

Parent/Child Horse Discovery (4-6 year olds)
This class is designed to introduce your child to the wonders of horses. Learn the basics of horsemanship, grooming, riding and respect. Parents are required to stay and assist with their child. There are 4 classes that meet on Tuesday from 5:30pm to 6:30pm.  Upcoming sessions are: 
                
                May 26  - June 16, 2009
                June 30 - July 21, 2009
                August 4 - August 25, 2009

Horsemanship School for Young Riders (8-14 year olds)
Learn the basics of general anatomy, safety, respect, grooming, handling, tack, walk, trot and canter. Vaulting, English and Western styles of riding will be experienced.  There are 6 classes that meet on Thursday from 5:30pm to 7pm.  Upcoming sessions are:
                
               June 4 - July 9, 2009
               July 23 - August 27, 2009

Saddlewood Summer Horse Camp (7-16 year olds)
Days will be filled with elements of English, Western, vaulting and horse knowledge, plus riding and playing games on horseback and a parent presentation at the end of the week.  Use of riding helmets provided by Saddlewood Horse Club.  Camps are from Monday thru Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm (before and after care available by Saddlewood for a nominal fee).  Upcoming sessions are:  

            June 15 - June 19, 2009
            June 22 - June 26, 2009
            June 29 - July 3, 2009