Tiny Tots(SM) 2010 Lesson and Camp Schedules
For Registration
Call Wildwind 248-486-7433
Or Register Online
Young children ages 4-6 will get a hands-on introduction to ponies with riding lessons, and hands-on horse projects. Lessons are taught by an experienced Wildwind instructor, and each student is escorted by a Wildwind student helper.
The Tiny Tots(SM) program consists of either a weekly class session that runs for 6 weeks, or a one-week summer camp. Tiny Tots(SM) is fun and exciting, and the kids can sign up for as many sessions as they want. When able to ride independently, they can move on to the Tiny Tots(SM) 2 program for further English riding instruction. 
The goal is to teach the children how to control their ponies, learn to walk, trot, and do a posting trot. The ponies are carefully chosen for their good nature, calmness, and quiet disposition. All of the ponies are owned by Wildwind and are specifically trained for beginners. Wildwind has over 40 horses and ponies so there is always a mount available for every child.
Each week, along with their riding lesson students learn more about horses by participating in games, grooming and saddling, horse safety and craft activities. Miniature horses are used to teach our Tiny Tots(SM) to groom, tack and lead their ponies. These small horses are just the right size for the children to do their own work.
Tiny Tots(SM) 2 is a continuation of Tiny Tots(SM), only now the students ride independently. Students will learn more riding skills as they learn to control their ponies at the walk, trot and posting trot. Games, obstacle courses, interaction with other children and age appropriate learning techniques will be used to keep the children having fun while they learn to ride. In the Tiny Tots(SM) 2 program, the entire class is spent on riding.
For a safe, fun, introduction to ponies, Tiny Tots(SM) and Tiny Tots(SM) 2 are great programs for your 4-6 year old who loves ponies.
The Tiny Tots(SM) program was recently awarded a Service Mark from the State of Michigan as a unique children’s riding program.
Class and Camp Schedules and Registration Information
2010 Tiny Tots(SM) Classes
Cost for each session either Tiny Tots(SM) 1 or 2 is $165.00 per 6 week session.
| Tiny Tots(SM) 1 | Classes Friday Only | 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. |
| Tiny Tots(SM) 2 | Classes Friday Only | 4:30 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. |
Upcoming Class Sessions 2010:
- July 9 - August 13
- August 20 - September 24
- October 1 - November 5
- November 12 - December 17
All Tiny Tots(SM) classes are held Friday evenings.
2010 Tiny Tots(SM) Camps
- Camps start June 21 - 24 and go to Aug 30 - Sept 2
- Each camp runs 4 days per week for 3 hours.
- Times are a choice of 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. or 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. Dates listed below. NOTE: Some weeks camps run both times; some weeks only one time.
- This camp is for students 4-6 years old
- Cost $225.00 per session
- Discount Cost $180.00 per session, per person when you sign up for more than 1 session for the same student. Must sign up at the same time to get discount.
2010 Tiny Tots(SM) Summer Camps
| Month | Time: 9-12 | Time: 12-3 |
|---|---|---|
| July | No a.m. camp | July 12 - 15 (Full) |
| July | July 19 - 22 | No p.m. camp |
| July | July 26-29 (Full) | No p.m. camp |
| August | Aug 2 - 5 (Full) | Aug 2 - 5 (Full) |
| August | Aug 9 - 12 (Full) | Aug 9- 12 (Full) |
| August | Aug 16 - 19 (Full) | Aug 16 - 19 (Full) |
| August | Aug 23 - 26 (Full) | No p.m. camp |
| August - Sept | Aug 30 - Sept 2 (Full) | Aug 30 - Sept 2 (Full) |
Classes may be combined if there are not 6 students signed up.
Not able to attend a Tiny Tots(SM) Camp? Check out our Tiny Tots(SM) classes.
Please call the office to register
or ask questions at
248-486-7433
Or Register Online
What riders should know
- We provide Tiny Tots(SM) camp students with snacks.
- Make sure we know about any allergies.
- Bring any needed medication (Remember if your children have allergies, bring their medication. We have dogs, cats, and bunnies as well as the horses at the farm.)
- Wear long pants (no shorts, skirts or pedal pushers.)
- Hard-soled shoes are best; tennis shoes are allowed because we use safety stirrups. NOT ALLOWED are shoes with anything open. This includes sandals, flip-flops, crocs, open sides, fronts or rears. Please call if you have any questions regarding footwear. For safety reasons children without proper footwear will not be able to ride and refunds will not be given.
- We provide SEI approved helmets and safety stirrups for all students.
- Payment in full is to be made at registration. Refunds for camp will only be given if we are unable to give you the date you request or 3 weeks before class with a doctor’s notice.
Notice to Participants:
Please read barn rules carefully.
Liability Release forms:
All parents or legal guardians must sign a liability release form before class begins. Also read the barn rules and what students should bring to camp and wear to camp. No refunds will be given if these rules are not followed. Refer to www.wildwindstable.com not the Parks and Recreation page for class and camp information.
There are absolutely no exceptions to this rule and students showing up with no form and no parent will not be able to participate in any activities. Grandparents may not sign unless they are the legal guardian. Call in early for a form if you will not be here the first day. 248-486-7433