Rodeo Queen Camp - July 6 to 10, 2026

Matter’s Equine Rodeo Queen Summer Camp 

This unique summer camp is the perfect opportunity for girls ages 12 to 18 who are curious about becoming a rodeo queen\princess or who want to build confidence, horsemanship skills, and leadership abilities in a supportive, fun environment.

Campers will learn the essential steps required to pursue a rodeo queen title and discover whether this exciting path is right for them. No previous horse experience is required, everyone is welcome!

Camp Highlights Include:

• Public speaking and interview skills

• Horsemanship fundamentals, including:

  • Mounting and dismounting

  • Rail work and patterns

  • Balance, hand, foot, and seat position

  • Impromptu questions on tack, horse science, and terminology

  • Presentation rides (flag and wave lap)

• Modeling skills, posture, confidence, poise, and personality projection
  

• And so much more ! Learn all the secrets to become a successful rodeo queen !

Camp Leadership:
This camp will be led by Sophie Couture and Pat Ross Horsemanship. Pat Ross brings a wealth of experience in judging and coaching rodeo queens, including serving as a judge for the Calgary Stampede Rodeo Queen competition and coaching many professional rodeo, Calgary Stampede, and Rodeo Canada queens.

This camp is designed to help young women grow in confidence, communication, and horsemanship, all while having fun. ✨

At the Rodeo Queen Camp, girls will work on their riding skills and horsemanship every day, practicing flag work and different patterns.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about the western world, as rodeo queens are true ambassadors of the sport.

Throughout the week, girls will be evaluated and rewarded for their effort with many prizes at the end of camp, along with a lifetime’s worth of knowledge, confidence, and unforgettable experience! 🤠❤️