Weekend Workshops
The Making Strides Foundation’s Weekend Workshops are engaging, inclusive, hands-on learning experiences designed for children and young adults of all abilities. Hosted at the farm, each workshop blends education, creativity and meaningful interaction with our horses in a supportive, welcoming environment.
Each session features a unique theme and is tailored to a specific age group, allowing participants to explore new interests, build skills and connect with peers—while learning alongside our specially trained staff and therapy horses. Workshops may include unmounted horse-related learning, creative activities, sensory-friendly experiences and age-appropriate movement and teamwork activities.
Whether your child is brand new to the farm or already familiar with horses, Weekend Workshops offer a fun and enriching way to learn, grow confidence and experience the magic of the barn—one Saturday at a time.
Please note: Space is limited for each workshop to ensure a high-quality, inclusive experience for all participants.


2026 Workshop Dates
All workshops will be held from 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM. Age groups will be announced prior to each workshop. These workshops include non-mounted, equine-based activities designed to be accessible and engaging for participants of all abilities.
2026 Dates & Themes:
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Saturday, April 25 - Pony Olympics
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Saturday, August 29 - Teamwork at the Barn
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Saturday, September 26 - Wild Wild West
Learn more below about our next class!

Join Making Strides Foundation for our Barnyard Calm workshop, an engaging experience designed to help children build emotional regulation skills, reduce anxiety, and connect with the calming power of horses.
Participants will enjoy:
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Mindful grooming with our therapy horses
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Making DIY horse treats
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Creating a personalized calming bottle to take home
Along the way, children will learn to:
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Practice mindfulness and body awareness
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Develop healthy coping strategies
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Build confidence and emotional resilience
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Connect with peers, animals, and nature
Our inclusive workshops are designed for children of all abilities and provide opportunities for learning, growth, and fun through equine-assisted experiences.
Spaces are limited—register today!
