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- Benefits of Therapeutic Riding
“Acceptional
Riders” Special Abilities Horsemanship Program is a Registered
Non-profit
Charity for physically
and developmentally challenged individuals to learn
horsemanship and riding
skills.
Horseback riding
is widely recognized as a beneficial form of therapeutic
recreation for special
needs individuals. It has been shown to develop self
awareness, build
confidence, improve self-discipline and concentration.
Horseback riding
also strengthens and relaxes muscles, can improve posture,
balance,
co-ordination while giving the rider a feeling of freedom,
independence and
achievement.
An instructor and
therapist team along with trustworthy and gentle horses strive
To ensure the
safety of riders as well as maximizing the physical and
developmental benefits.
Each rider will have their own volunteers specially
trained
to lead the horses and assist the riders by walking along side.
If you would like
more information about this program contact
T. J. Stables at
354-7517
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Here we have Dan Mills, getting ready to ride Ginger. The volunteers at Acceptional Riders are taught what each individual rider's needs are, and then the program is adjusted for that rider. Dan is carefully guided up out of his chair, up the stairs and with just the right support, is up on his mount in no time at all... Have fun Dan! |
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