Therapeutic horseback riding combines physical, occupational and speech therapy with the fun of riding horses but note that it does not replace other traditional therapies but can be part of the total therapy program. The benefits of this horseback riding program, epically for children with special needs, are derived from using the movements of the horse to work muscles of the rider to achieve their therapeutic goals.  The rhythmical motion of the horse’s movements works the rider’s muscles.  A horse gait is almost identical to a human gait in that the motion simulates the normal sensory-motor input of walking.

Our students include children and young adults who have a variety of special needs including: