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Classes are held at Echo Lake Park off of Springfield Road in Glen Allen, VA.
We meet near the entrance of the park, to the right of the parking lot, near the creek.
Each happy hour session will be slightly different from the next, depending on the theme, weather, and their vibe (if I'm being honest). Classes are carefully crafted for both interactive + guided play with fun music to promote movement and interaction with each other and include fun age-appropriate themes to enhance a fun learning environment. Activities will range from nature crafts, foraging, healthy risk-taking, interactive story time, sensory play, water play, getting messy, and lots of laughing and bonding with their peers. Class materials will be provided and disinfected at the end of each class.
Preschool classes are designed and suggested for ages 3-6; however, all ages/siblings are welcome. Children under the age of 3 must have a parent involved with the activities.
WHAT ABOUT THE PARENTS/CAREGIVERS?
As for the parents/caregivers, feel free to use this happy hour for yourself to reconnect with nature, read a book, socialize with uninterrupted grown-up conversations, have a beverage... as long as you are present and close by during this hour. I encourage the grown-ups to hang back, to allow for independent play and problem-solving with their peers, which helps build self-confidence and this also helps the facilitator engage fully with less distractions. Please remember, this is a kind and judgement free zone, so no worries if you or your little one does not want to participate or would rather be together. We welcome parents to join in on the fun too, if you are more comfortable with that option. Participants under 3 years old must have a parent/caregiver present to assist when needed.
Kids will get dirty and wet (we play in the creek in the warmer months), so please have them wear comfortable weather-appropriate clothes and closed-toe shoes/water shoes. A water bottle and nut-free snack are also recommended. Please apply sunscreen and insect repellent of your choice prior to class.
Class registration and payment are required so the facilitator can prepare the necessary number of materials and to avoid any delays at the beginning of class. Each class is $10 per child. Children/siblings under 2 years old are free and must have a grown-up available during the duration of class.
*When registering siblings/multiple children who are 2 years and older, please register each child separately, so we may account for each participant.
See our FAQ section below for more information.
Please don't hesitate to reach out to info@willowandwrenkids.com if you have any questions.
Not really - A parent/grown-up must be present for the duration of the class; however, it is considered a happy hour for grown-ups as well, so we ask and encourage that the parent/caregiver hang back and relax and/or socialize with each other...Bring a book, a beverage, a chair, etc. If your child is younger than 3, a caregiver must be available at all times during the duration of class.
Attire: This is an all-outdoor class, so please dress for the weather. Comfortable clothing and closed toe shoes that can get dirty and/or wet are recommended. A bathing suit and water shoes are acceptable too in warmer months. Please apply sunscreen and insect repellent prior to class.
Bring: Water bottle and nut-free snack (a chair or blanket if you'd like more comfortable seating for yourself)
Registration and payment are required for each participant 2 years and older in order for the facilitator to prepare materials for each class. A signed Waiver & Release of Liability is also required before the beginning of your first class. This only needs to be signed once.
Payment can be made via Venmo @willowandwrenkids. If you do not have Venmo, please contact me for alternative arrangements.
Outdoor classes help stimulate the senses and curiosity of little ones, so we will often stop to listen, feel, see, and smell our natural surroundings throughout class, which can also promote healthy self-regulation. Each happy hour session will be slightly different from the next, depending on the theme, weather, size of class, and their vibe (if I'm being honest). Classes are carefully crafted for both interactive + guided play with fun music to promote movement and interaction with each other and include fun age-appropriate themes to enhance a fun learning environment. Activities will range from nature activities, foraging, exploring, sensory play, water play, singing + dancing, getting messy, and lots of laughing and bonding with their classmates. Class materials will be provided and disinfected at the end of each class. Preschool classes are designed and suggested for ages 3-6 and our Elementary classes are designed and suggested for ages 7-10; however, all ages/siblings are welcome.
As for the parents/caregivers, feel free to use this happy hour for yourself to reconnect with nature, read a book, socialize with uninterrupted grown-up conversations, have a beverage... as long as you are present and close by during this hour. Please remember, this is a kind and judgement free zone, so no worries if you or your little one does not want to participate or would rather be together. We welcome parents to join in on the fun too! If your child is 3 or under, please be available to assist when necessary.
Our preschool classes are designed and suggested for ages 3-6 and our elementary classes are suggested and designed for ages 7-10; however, younger or older children are more than welcome to attend. If the child plans to participate in the class, the class fee will still apply. If the sibling is younger than 2, no registration is required; however, the parent/caregiver must be involved in their child's time in class and understand that not all materials may be available. Strollers for younger siblings are not recommended during class, as we utilize the tough terrain of the trails, creek, grass, etc. Please prepare to "hang back" with younger siblings in strollers or a baby carrier may be a better option.
Typically, classes will be cancelled if rain is in the forecast; however, cancellation due to poor weather conditions will be determined the evening prior to class and will be announced via email.
If classes are cancelled, you will have the option of receiving a credit for a single class or a refund of a single class. Please refer to our Refund Policy under Terms & Conditions.
Cancellation of classes will be announced on our social media pages and via email or text message, so please take the time to Follow/Like us on Instagram and Facebook.
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