Theaputic Riding Lessons
Therapeutic Riding provides healthy exercise to individuals with special needs by allowing them to participate in horseback riding or ground lessons in a success oriented environment.
The benefits of therapeutic riding are not only physical in nature or only reserved for individuals with a physical disability. There are emotional and psychological benefits as well.
We love seeing our students thrive in our lesson program. Developing skills for life and learning to enjoy another creature that does not judge and always has a listening ear.
We are not therapists, but riding instructors.
Some benefits of therapeutic riding include-
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Improved posture
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Strengthened muscles by encouraging muscular response
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Improves range of motion
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Problem solving skills
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Reinforce standards of behavior
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Teaching trust through horse and rider
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Independent decision making skills
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Improves balance and coordination
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Gently stretches tight muscles
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Learning communication skills
Helmets and shoes with a heel required. We have helmets available on site if needed.
Appropriate clothing like pants and boots are for safety and your comfort while working with our horses.
Weight limit to ride- 180 lbs.
Age limit to start riding- 3 years old
Must be able to mount horse from a mounting block. (Future Ramp coming for those needing that)
You must sign our liability papers before starting lessons.
If you choose to bring your own horse, you must have a current negitive coggins.
Prices
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30 minute lesson- $30
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45 minute lesson- $35
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1 hour lesson- $40
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Farm call lesson rates are the same plus an additional travel cost. Contact for info on travel price.
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Group lessons available if you bring your horse or I farm call. Contact for prices.