Saddle up for a one-of-a-kind language experience designed especially for Deaf and hard of hearing (DHH) children! In this ASL-rich session, kids will connect with horses, nature, and peers through playful, hands-on activities that build communication and confidence. With guidance from a Deaf professional and an ASL-fluent speech-language pathologist (SLP), children will explore horse grooming, riding, and care in an accessible and experiential way.
This event is for DHH children ages 3-5. It will be held in ASL. It is a group session with a maximum of 6 registrants. In order to participate, all participants 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 (provided by center). Caregivers are required to stay with their child for the entire session. Every child must be accompanied by an adult caregiver in a 1:1 ratio.
NOTE: Although our ELC is located in Connecticut, this event is in Massachusetts.
Event address: 470 Pine St, Bridgewater MA, 02324. 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.
Slots are extremely limited and unfortunately cannot be transferred or refunded in the event of your last-minute absence. We can process refunds up until 7 days prior to the event. Please ensure you can attend your session before registering. Email us at elcct@language1st.org with any questions.