FAQWhat is Therapeutic Riding?
Therapeutic Riding is a form of motion therapy used to encourage responses physically, mentally and emotionally. Using the motion and warmth of the horse, muscles are encouraged to loosen, lengthen and relax. In what ways can therapeutic riding help a person with a disability? Therapeutic riding is beneficial for children and adults who present with any of a wide range of cognitive, physical, and emotional conditions. Most riders with disabilities love having a quiet, peaceful, environment in which they feel safe. Horses share this love of quiet and peace making therapeutic riding a perfect common ground. Each rider and each disability is very different, but below you can find several examples of how therapy riding can help:
How much is a session? Sessions are $25.00 for a one half hour session and $45.00 for a one hour session. When are the sessions? Sessions are currently being scheduled on Tuesday afternoons and Saturday mornings or by appointment. Our general hours of operation are Tuesdays 4pm - 8pm and Saturdays 9am - 1pm |