Individuals with almost any cognitive, physical and/or emotional disability can benefit from safe, supervised interaction with equines. Because horseback riding gently and rhythmically moves the rider’s body in a manner similar to a human gait, riders with physical disabilities often show improvement in flexibility, balance and muscle strength.
For individuals with mental or emotional challenges, the unique relationship formed with the horse can lead to increased confidence, patience and self-esteem. Therapeutic riding gives many of our students the opportunity to set aside crutches, wheelchairs and impairments while in the saddle.
Therapy experts have found that individuals with challenges respond to horses in ways that can’t be duplicated in traditional clinical environments. Our horses accept unconditionally and the bonds that develop become a vital part of the therapy.