Therapeutic Riding (TR), a form of Equine Assisted Services (EAS), contributes positively to the cognitive, physical, emotional and social well-being of people with disabilities through the teaching of horsemanship skills.  Riders have shown marked improvement in fine and gross motor skills, overall coordination, physical endurance and learn responsibility, body awareness, sequential learning tasks, effective forms of communication and often form long-lasting bonds with their therapy horses and volunteers.   Lessons are tailored to individual riders' goals and abilities.
EAS and TR can benefit those with ~

• Cerebral Palsy
• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Developmental Delay
• Down Syndrome
• Intellectual Disabilities
• Emotional and Behavioral Challenges
• Muscular Dystrophy
• Closed Head Injury
• Stroke/CVA
• Arthritis
• Emotional Disturbance
• Delayed Language Development
• Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder
• Learning Disabilities
• and many more.

Click here to see the latest feature in the Victoria Advocate on how The RTC and TR have impacted one of our riders.  

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Testimonials:  

My son has made great strides in socialization and interactive play.  His balance and tone have improved as well as his receptive and expressive language speech.

We thank you from the bottom of our hearts ... You have helped Ruth to feel more a part of the world around her and that is absolutely priceless.

I asked God to give me peace - He gave me The Riding Therapy Center.