Horseback Riding
Challenged Children’s Rodeo
Norco, CA
http://challengedchildrensrodeo.org/
(909) 645-8028
For children, ages 4-12 years; special physical requirements must be met. No cost to participants.
EQUU8 Horsemanship and Therapeutic Riding, Inc.
42360 Fig St., Murrieta, CA
(951) 445-2279
www.equu8.org
Certified therapeutic riding center serving the Murrieta community. Location boasts an arena, a wheelchair accessible mounting ramp and an incredible sensory trail for our riders to explore their world from the backs of our specially trained and beloved horses. While riders often start on lead (with sidewalkers for safety), EQUU8 focuses on progressive lessons that promote independence and enhancing each individual’s abilities.
Green Acres Interactive Therapy
35750 De Portola Rd., Temecula, CA
(951) 302-2384
www.gaitprogram.org
Adaptive Riding Program located in the heart of wine country in beautiful Temecula. Programs are customized for each client to support their personal goals. GAIT welcomes individuals of all abilities and is proud to call the esteemed Green Acres working horse ranch its home.
Leaps & Bounds Pediatric Therapy
4211 Valley View Avenue, Norco, CA
(951) 340-0431
http://leapsandboundspediatrictherapy.org
Dedicated to providing specialized services for children and adults who have challenges participating in typical age-appropriate activities. Highly trained team works together to deliver individualized family-centered care for each person. PATH International Certified riding instructors, physical, occupational and speech therapists are professionals committed to the highest standards of practice. Offers clinical rehabilitation services (including treatments on horseback), equine assisted activities and adaptive riding for recreation, socialization, or fitness.
NDR Therapeutic Riding & Therapy Services
3659 Pedley Ave., Norco, CA
(951) 734-9056
http://ndrtherapeuticriding.org
PATH certified instructors, occupational therapists & physical therapists are able to provide opportunities to achieve developmental milestones through equine assisted activities. Benefits can include, increase in balance, improved posture and strength, coordination and motor skills as well as social skills. Serves all abilities ages 4 and up. Vendored with Inland, Pomona and Orange County Regional Centers.
Oak Meadows Therapeutic Horseback Riding
Wildomar, CA
www.oakmeadowsranch.com/therapeutic-ride.html
Oak Meadows Ranch Therapeutic Horseback riding by appointment only $40 per person. Donation needs to be paid in advance by Paypal to guarantee day. Donation is non refundable, but ride class can be rescheduled. RSVP at least one day before the horseback therapeutic ride to confirm availability.
Pegasus Therapeutic Riding
20555 Mountain View Road, Desert Hot Springs, CA
(760) 772-3057 (Messages Only)
pegasusridingacademy.org
Pegasus helps thousands of children and adults with disabilities gain strength, confidence, and independence through equine-assisted therapy.
Queen of Hearts Therapeutic Riding Center, Inc.
6407 Dana Avenue, Jurupa Valley, CA
(951) 734-6300
www.queenofheartsranch.com
Dedicated to providing an avenue to improve the bodies, minds and spirits of children, youth, and adults with physical and/or developmental disabilities through therapeutic horseback riding lessons and other equine activities.
REINS (Riding Emphasizing Individual Needs and Strengths) Horse Therapy
4461 S. Mission Rd., Fallbrook, CA
(760) 731-9168
https://reinsprogram.org
Provides physical, mental, and emotional therapy to a wide range of disabled children and adults through the use of carefully supervised horseback riding. Therapeutic horsemanship program serves disabled children and adults from San Diego, Orange, and Riverside counties.
T.H.E. Center, Inc.
27260 Girard St, Hemet, CA
(951) 305-3267
https://www.thecenterranch.org/
Provides therapeutic riding for children and adults with disabilities. T.H.E. Center is certified by PATH International. For persons enrolled in therapeutic horseback riding who are considered low-income, T.H.E. Center provides a sliding scale depending on household income. Documentation regarding income is required for sliding scale fee (paycheck or other verification).
TRAX Equestrian Center
2121 St. Lawrence St., Riverside, CA
(951) 689-8009
www.traxequestriancenter.com
Provides equine facilitated learning for children and young adults with special needs including neurological and physical impairments. By appointment only.
Wellness Ranch Therapy
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
(909) 710-3055
https://www.wellnessranchtherapy.org/
Provides equine-assisted psychotherapy (EAP), engaging with children, adults, families, and veterans using the emotional and psychological connection of horses to facilitate life skills and mental wellness.
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