Therapeutic Riding

A 45-minute session built around each rider, guided by certified instructors and a team of volunteers. A 45-minute session built around each rider, guided by certified instructors and a team of volunteers.

Therapeutic Riding at Camp Able

Therapeutic Riding is a 45-minute session taught by a PATH International certified instructor with the support of trained volunteers. During these sessions our instructors focus on teaching horsemanship and riding skills to individuals with special needs, with the goal of increasing functional life skills and building toward greater independence. The natural movement of a horse walking closely mirrors the motion of the human pelvis, delivering sensory and neurological input that traditional therapies often cannot replicate. Our instructors cater each session to the individual based on their physical, mental and emotional needs.

A young boy wearing glasses and red headphones, wearing a red jacket and beige shirt, is sitting in a barn or stable. He is reaching out to touch the face of a dark brown horse with a pink halter. In the background, a woman and a girl are standing near the barn.

Benefits of Therapeutic Riding

The benefits of therapeutic riding go far beyond what most people expect the first time they watch a session. Physically, the movement of the horse engages muscles, improves balance, and builds the kind of core strength and motor control that carries over into everyday life. Cognitively, riders build focus, communication, and behavioral skills as they learn to guide and connect with their horse each week. Emotionally, the relationship between a rider and their horse builds self-esteem, reduces anxiety, and gives every participant a genuine sense of accomplishment. For many of our riders and their families, therapeutic riding does not just improve one area of life, it changes the whole picture.

  • Individuals who may have:

    Autism

    ADD

    Cerebral Palsy

    Developmental Delay

    Down Syndrome

    Hearing and Vision Impairment

    Learning Disabilities

    Multiple Sclerosis

    Muscular Dystrophy

    Stroke

  • Improved cognitive skills

    Improved social skills

    Improved behavioral skills

    Increased emotional well-being

    Increased self-esteem

    Increased balance, motor control, and coordination

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