Therapeutic Riding
Therapeutic riding lessons consists of equestrian
skill based lessons. The focus of the lessons is skill development and progression.
Classes are taught by a PATH International Certified Instructor or CHA Certified Instructor and assisted by volunteers. Often riders participate in pre and post–mounted horse care. Individuals with physical, cognitive, developmental, and/or social/emotional differences
can all benefit from therapeutic riding.
Clients must be at least 4 years old to participate in adaptive riding lessons. The focus of these lessons is to work toward providing an improved mood and focus, patience, self-discipline, strength and confidence through the experience of therapeutic riding.
Rider Form
For details on our programs and becoming a rider, please click on the button below.
Physician Referral
Form
For a copy of the physician referral forms only, please click on the button below.
About Adaptive Riding
Adaptive riding has been shown to be very beneficial for those with the following, to name just a few:
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Autism
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ADD/ADHD
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Cerebral Palsy
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Depression and Anxiety
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Developmental Delays
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Down Syndrome
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Multiple sclerosis
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Nonverbal clients
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Paralysis
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PTSD
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Traumatic Brain Injury
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Visual and Hearing Impaired
Benefits of Adaptive Riding
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Improved posture and fine motor skills
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Promotes better self-esteem
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Increases concentration and memory
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Builds communication skills
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Encourages social interaction between other riders and instructors
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Strengthens muscles
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Movement of the horse promotes flexibility of pelvic and leg movements
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Gives clients a relaxed environment to learn coping skills
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Outside activities improve brain function