Family Goat Yoga (Children Must Be Accompanied by at least 1 Adult)

On a sunny field at 4640 Will Bill Road in Martintown, Family Goat Yoga invites families to stretch, laugh, and meet a herd of friendly goats. Designed for school-age children and their accompanying adults, this 45-minute outdoor session blends gentle yoga, movement games, and spontaneous goat interactions led by Jessica Palmquist, founder of Turquoise Compass Wellness. The class takes place in an open pasture beside the Farm Shop; you’ll check in at the Farm Shop and spot the giant sign at the field entrance before settling onto your mat.

The scene is simple and honest: a grassy field, a scattered clutch of goats, and open sky. Goats wander freely during practice, offering warm nudges, impromptu photo ops, and the occasional nibble, so bring a hair tie and clothes you don’t mind getting a little dirty. Children must be accompanied by a participating adult, and the session is designed so first-time yogis can follow modifications and enjoy movement games that keep energy high and attention engaged.

Class size is limited to about 30 people, keeping the experience social but manageable. What makes this offering stand out in the Upper Canada countryside is its mix of approachable movement and direct animal connection. It’s not a performance; it’s a farm morning lived at human pace — a place where a downward dog can be photobombed by a curious kid-goat and where simple breathing exercises feel new when a goat nudges your knee.

For parents, the structure and safety details matter: arrive 10–15 minutes early, bring your own yoga mat or towel, wear closed-toed shoes, and follow instructor guidance. The farm notes that goats may pull hair and leave hoof-prints, so practical clothing and tied-back hair are recommended. Jessica Palmquist brings more than a decade of teaching experience and a gentle approach, offering modifications and a guided meditation that suits families and beginners.

The offering is seasonally adaptable: spring wildflowers, summer sun, crisp fall air, and bundled winter variants when scheduled indoors or under cover. Cancellations made 24+ hours before receive a full refund. Beyond class, linger at the Farm Shop, snap photos by the giant sign, and visit the goats after practice.

This is a low-impact way to support small-scale agriculture in Martintown and to give children a tactile, memorable lesson in animal care and movement. For families seeking a playful, grounding morning outdoors, Family Goat Yoga at 4640 Will Bill Road is a rare mix of activity, animal contact, and farm-life charm. Book early to secure a spot—weekend slots are popular—and arrive prepared to enjoy photos, gentle instruction, and after-class mingling with the herd; it’s an accessible, memorable outdoor activity that introduces kids to animals, movement, and life on a working farm.