Kids learn riding, grooming, leading, and understanding a horse’s cues, while practicing communication and connection in a hands‑on, relational setting. It’s a grounding, confidence‑building experience!

Ages 7+

Led by: Ride Above Disability Staff
Location: Poway
When: August 10-13, 9:00AM-1:00PM

Cost: Free or reduced, thanks to the generosity of STEADFAST donors

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Communication skills, calmness, and confidence all grow as we learn to work with horses. Activities include grooming and leading horses, understanding a horse’s cues, and riding (older children).

We offer multiple sessions for different age groups. Please indicate which one you prefer when you register.

Led by: Ride Above Disability Staff
Location: Poway
Cost: Free or reduced, thanks to the generosity of STEADFAST donors

‍Ages 5 and Up: TWO Sessions
MONDAYS - Choose One
(1) September 14, 21, 28 - 5:30-7:00PM
(2) October 5, 12, 19, 26 - 5:30-7:00PM

Ages 2 and Up: TWO Sessions
FRIDAYS - Choose One
(1) September 11, 18, 25 - 4:30-6:00PM
(2) October 9, 16, 23, 30 - 4:30-6:00PM
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Songwriting can be therapeutic! Families will integrate their adoption journey as they write their own original family song to represent their story.

• No musical experience necessary

• Limited to four families

• Ages 5 and up

Led by: Licensed Music Therapists from Resounding Joy
Location: Sorrento Valley
When: Saturdays, 9:00 - 10:30AM
September 12-November 7
‍ ‍ (No class on October 31)

Cost: Free, thanks to the generosity of STEADFAST donors
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Fun for all ages! Families explore music through hands-on experiences, play, and the freedom to simply try sounds out.

Two sessions available - please indicate which time frame is best when you register.

Led by: Licensed Music Therapists from Resounding Joy
Location: Sorrento Valley

When:‍ ‍Saturdays 11:00AM-12:00PM
TWO SESSIONS AVAILABLE
1. September 12-October 3
2. October 10-November 7

Cost: Free, thanks to the generosity of STEADFAST donors

Each week, families explore a new hands‑on art project designed to strengthen connection while learning simple techniques that help calm the nervous system. Through sensory-rich materials and shared creative experiences, families practice regulation together in a way that feels fun, safe, and meaningful. Caregivers and kids get to slow down and build attachment through the power of art and play.

Led By: Sarah Becker
Location: Poway
When: Saturdays, 9:30 - 11:30AM
September 19 - October 10 (4 classes)

Cost: Free, thanks to the generosity of STEADFAST donors

Watch a demonstration, learn some cooking skills, and then do your own hands-on cooking! This 90-minute class gives a parent and child the opportunity to explore cooking together without leaving a mess in your own kitchen.

Led by: Toni Kraft
Location: Rancho Bernardo
When: TBD

Cost: Free, thanks to the generosity of STEADFAST donors

Plant your own food and then use it to cook! This 90-minute class gives a parent and child the opportunity to grow and explore food and cook together.

Led by: Toni Kraft
Location: Rancho Bernardo
When: TBD

Cost: Free, thanks to the generosity of STEADFAST donors

Make something fun and take it home with you! This sensory-filled, 90-minute class gives a parent and child the opportunity to experiment using things found in the kitchen.

Led by: Toni Kraft
Location: Rancho Bernardo
When: TBD

Cost: Free, thanks to the generosity of STEADFAST donors