June Pony Playgroup (Ages 5 - 8)
A fun-filled 50 minutes of active learning and fun while we lead, groom and ride our horses. We also create a farm-themed craft!
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Location
Easterseals Massachusetts at The Bridge Center
470 Pine Street Bridgewater, MA 02324Refund Policy
Agenda
Welcome - Leading practice in the arena
Warm up - Sheep Shenanigans
Leading - Lead your horse or pony with a friend!
Grooming - Learn to properly groom and care for your horse or pony
Riding - 1:1 time with your horse and instructor
Crafts & Activities - Make up lunch/dinner hay and grain and enjoy a fun craft
About this event
Enjoy an entire month of weekly Pony Playgroup (Ages 5 - 8)! 🐴 Let your child explore the world of horses and farm life through fun activities, games and lots of animal encounters. Join us at the sprawling Easterseals Massachusetts Equestrian Center for a morning filled with laughter and learning in the fresh outdoor air. Our inclusive playgroup is the perfect opportunity for children to socialize with others while improving strength, balance and independence atop a horse. One ticket enrolls a child and their caregiver in either three, four or five Sunday sessions for the whole month of June (6/1, 6/8, 6/15, 6/22 and 6/29). Held rain or shine (we have an indoor arena, too!).
Please download and sign the Release Form linked here, then email it to equestriancenter@eastersealsma.org once completed (preferred) or bring it to your first Pony Pals Playgroup.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. Caregivers must stay with their child for the session. Bond with your child while you both enjoy farm animal encounters!
Yes! Just not during Pony Pals Playgroup. The pony rides in this session are geared towards the children. We offer riding lessons for all ages, beginner through advanced, six days a week.
In order to participate, all attendants must have closed-toe shoes with a study sole (hiking boots are ideal). For safety reasons, we cannot allow anyone wearing Crocs, clogs, sandals, flats, or open backed shoes to participate. All riders must wear an ASTM/SEI certified helmet.
Playgroups are run by MA-licensed riding instructors who are also experienced, licensed educators. All sessions are fun, inviting, inclusive and accessible!
For safety around the animals, every child must be accompanied by an adult caregiver in a 1:1 ratio.
Slots are extremely limited and unfortunately cannot be transferred or refunded in the event of your last-minute absence. Please ensure you can attend your session before registering. Email us at EquestrianCenter@Eastersealsma.org with any questions.
Not to worry! We have experience offering scaffolded supports to children of all ages to help them gradually confront and overcome their initial hesitation around new - and large - farm animals. With time, we're confident they'll grow to love the animals here!
No. We provide all treats for you to share with the animals during your Playgroup. Due to the special dietary needs of our herd, we cannot allow any outside treats for the animals.
We have a few temperature-controlled rooms in the barn during inclement weather, as well as an indoor riding arena. However, most of our time will be spent in non-heated space, so extra layers and handwarmers are encouraged for winter and spring sessions!
Yes! We have two fully accessible heated bathrooms onsite as well as a changing area. We also have Wifi in our Observation Room, where you can check in while you wait for your Playgroup.
Upon entering The Bridge Center campus, please drive all the way down the road past the pond to the large red barn. Park in the green lot and enter through the Polishook Riding Arena doors. We'll meet you in the Observation Room! Bathrooms are directly across from the Observation Room.