Since 2008 Willowcrest Farms has been offering a positive and respectful atmosphere for riders to learn and develop their love for horses.
Located on Wellington Road 10 west of Moorefield, the farm is family owned and operated by Julie and John Diamond.
The stable offers riding lessons to riders of all ages and skill levels.
“You are never too old to ride horses,” says Julie.
Willowcrest offers summer camps for boys and girls from ages four to 14 years. Camps are a great alternative to conventional day care and also qualify for the Child Tax Credit. Camps offer the learning opportunities that are not taught in weekly lessons. Activities offered include:
– daily riding lessons;
– the opportunity to learn about horse care, grooming and stable management in a fun environment;
– guest speakers;
– field trips, crafts and games;
– swimming in our indoor pool supervised by a lifeguard; and
– trail riding (advanced riders).
Boarding and training of horses are also services provided at Willowcrest.
Julie started riding at the age of 10 and has extensive experience in her field.
Willowcrest aims to provide a positive and safe environment for young people and adults to learn about horses and animals.
Providing excellent care for the horses that live at Willowcrest is also a priority.
Riding develops core strength, co-ordination, and balance – and is a great exercise!
Willowcrest offers a great social atmosphere in a healthy, positive, safe environment. Only safe, reliable, well-schooled horses and ponies are chosen to be used in lesson program.
Summer camp dates for the upcoming season are:
– Session 1, July 13 to 17;
– Session 2, July 27 to 31; and
– Session 3, Aug. 10 to 14.
Cost for full-day camp sessions (9am to 4pm) for ages seven to 14 is $300. Half-day camps (9am to noon) for riders aged four to six, are offered for $175.
Julie takes pride in the accomplishment of her riders.
One of her students, Stacey Straus, won some big awards this year. She won junior rider of the year on the Georgian Bay Trillium Circuit and horse of the year with her horse Simplicity. Stacey rode her in two divisions and accumulated the most points out of all the horses on the circuit.
Willowcrest riders were also very successful at the Old Orchard Schooling shows near Guelph.
Lessons at Willowcrest are offered evenings, weekends and weekdays, with group, semi-private and private options available.
Willowcrest is located at 6638 Wellington Road 10 and can be reached by phone at 519-638-5882 or email at jjjdiamond@hotmail.com.
