All bookings are ONLY for interested future weekly lessons students and current students taken weekly lessons — not for one-time rides or trail rides.

Bookings made otherwise will be cancelled.

Tiny Tot Pony Adventures — Ages 2.5–5 in Columbia & Hopkins, SC

Gentle, joyful pony rides & hands-on horse care to spark a lifelong love of horses

Little boy is loving his Tiny tot riding lesson

Make Magical First Memories with Ponies

There’s nothing quite like your child’s first moment with a pony—the touch of velvety nose, brushing its mane, their first walk in the saddle. At Pony Gang Riding Academy, Tiny Tot Pony Adventures is specially designed for children aged 2½ to 5 years who are ready for a safe, fun, and nurturing introduction to horses and horseback riding in the Columbia, SC area.

This program provides more than just pony rides. It blends horsemanship, basic pony care, and a walk in the saddle—with everything paced to your tot’s attention span and comfort level. The goal is to build confidence, coordination, and a spark of joy that lasts.

Tiny Tot girl is loving her lessons pony

What to Expect in a Tiny Tot Session

Why Parents Love Tiny Tot Pony Adventures

This program is ideal for families seeking pony rides near Columbia, SC, or a gentle first horseback riding lesson for toddlers. Parents often tell us they appreciate:

- A safe, nurturing environment built for toddlers (2½-5) with kind, experienced instructors and careful, gentle ponies.

- A balanced mix of ground work & riding — so children learn horse care and basic equestrian skills before or alongside riding.

- Emphasis on confidence building, coordination & balance rather than perfect technique.

- An engaging barn introduction—creating happy memories and making the pony barn feel like a place they’ll want to come back to.

What Your Child Gains

Through Tiny Tot Pony Adventures, your child will:

Become comfortable around animals and learn basic responsibility through pony care
Develop balance, gross motor skills, core strength, and coordination in the saddle
Learn riding fundamentals: mounting & dismounting, being led at a walk, safe riding position
Feel a boost in confidence from each small achievement—whether leading the pony, placing the bridle, or balancing in the saddle
Grow socially and emotionally—listening to instructors, following directions, learning patience