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The Bridge Center

Pony Playgroups: Ages 2 - 4 in October

Pony Playgroup is the perfect opportunity for children to socialize and develop new skills, while you connect with other parents and caregivers.

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The Bridge Center
470 Pine Street
Bridgewater, MA
This event is in person

Let your toddler or preschooler explore the world of horses and farm life through fun activities, songs, and lots of animal encounters. Outside time at the barn can build confidence and often encourages better nighttime sleep. Designed and implemented by a licensed teacher and riding instructor, this session has lots of activities to engage all children, with accommodations and supports implemented as needed. Adults attend the playgroup with their child.

Sample Agenda:
  • Welcome: Red Light, Green Light in the arena; Recall and reinforcement with verbal/visual cues.
  • Warm-up: Goats Shenanigans - cuddle and walk the goats; Collaboration and sharing with peers.
  • Grooming: Learn to properly groom and care for your horse or pony; Fine motor skills and sequencing.
  • Leading: Lead your horse or pony with a friend; Building transferable skills.
  • Riding: 1:1 time with your horse and instructor in the arena; Gross motor skills.
  • Crafts & Activities: Make up lunch/dinner hay and grain, and create a farm-themed craft; Sensory activity. 

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