BENEFITS

The non-clinical environment and the interaction between the rider and the horse is an effective and unique way of improving the physical, cognitive and emotional disabilities of individuals with special needs. Horse therapy provides medical benefits through recreational activities. Some of these benefits include:

Physical:

Strengthens weak or atrophied muscles
Relaxes tight, spastic, and rigid muscles
Normalizes muscle tone
Increases flexibility
Assists in acquiring balance
Improves posture
Increases blood/oxygen flow to all areas
Increases lung capacity; improves speech
Improves fine motor skills
Increases endorphin and serotonin levels

Cognitive:

Improves body Awareness
Improves hand/eye coordination
Improves sensory integration
Improves fine and gross motor skills
Improves decision making through natural consequences

Psychological:

Improves self-worth and self-esteem
Improves relationships
Promotes independence
Improves social awareness
Reinforces proper social skills
Encourages empowerment

PROGRAMS

SPECIAL NEEDS THERAPEUTIC HORSEBACK RIDING PROGRAM

$360 private (6 Week Package)

$330 Semi-private (6 Week Package)

Designed for individuals of all ages with special needs

This program offers the opportunity to benefit from the movement of a horse in a controlled and safe environment. Therapeutic riding is a wonderful, emotional, physical and social activity for the disabled person. Many individuals with physical disabilities have seen vast improvement in core strength, flexibility and balance from our program. Often riders with mental disabilities improve his/her cognitive comprehension. Although the movement of the horse has proven benefits to the body and mind, the bond between the horse and rider cannot be put into tangible terms. We look forward to working with each rider and his/her individual goals.

HORSES FOR HEROES - No Charge

Designed for veterans of all ages

This unique program provides equine therapy for wellness and rehabilitation to disabled veterans. Horses for Heroes programs are endorsed by the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH Intl.), formerly the North American Riding for the Handicapped Association (NARHA).

Research has proven that veterans with physical limitations, brain trauma and/or PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder) can improve in the following areas:

Builds self-esteem, empathy, and a sense of responsibility through the bond between veteran and horse.
Improves posture, balance, and symmetry and muscle control through the rhythmic movement of the horse.
Gives the rider self confidence through the leadership they exhibit with their mount.
Encourages a new visual perspective of independence.

The success of horse therapy for veterans is the intangible aspects of the therapy. When riding or grooming a horse, the veteran will form a special bond with his/her animal. This bond creates a sense of independence for the veteran that other types of therapy cannot provide.

LEADLINE LESSONS

$210 (6 Week Package)

Designed for children ages 2 to 7 years old

These 30 minute lessons are designed to help your child become acquainted with all things horses! The first 15 minutes we learn to brush and tack, and the last 15 minutes is our ride time! These lessons are also good for students who need better balance, strength, coordination, fine motor skills, and gross motor skillls!

SENIORS IN SADDLES

$240 (6 Week Package)

Designed for individuals age 55 years & up

The classes will be structured to help the senior with the following areas by grooming and riding the horse: increased blood circulation, increase liver function and digestion as well as stimulation of the internal organs, help bone-density and muscle mass, and keep the mind sharp.