 Therapeutic horseback riding has been used since the early 1950's as a tool for improving the lives of individuals with disabilities. Individuals with almost any cognitive, physical and/or emotional disability can benefit from therapeutic riding or other safe and supervised interaction with horses. Because horseback riding gently and rhythmically moves the rider's body in a manner similar to a human gait, riders with disabilities often show improvement in flexibility, balance and muscle strength. For individuals with emotional disabilities, the unique relationship formed with the horse can lead to increased confidence, patience and self-esteem.
Individuals with the following disabilities commonly participate and benefit from equine facilitated therapy and activities:
- Cerebral Palsy
- Visual Impairment
- Down Syndrome
- Mental Retardation
- Autism
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Spinal Bifida
- Emotional Disabilities
- Brain Injuries
- Spinal Cord Injuries
- Amputations
- Learning Disabilities
- Attention Deficit Disorder
- Deafness
At Reindancer Therapeutic Riding Center, the certified instructors and therapists will custom design a program for each student in order to address their specific needs.
For more information regarding this, and other programs offered at Reindancer, email: info@reindancer.org.
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