Therapeutic Riding at Lake Erie College| Painesville, OH
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What is Therapeutic Horsemanship?
Equine-assisted activities dedicated to development of cognitive, emotional, physical and social skills. Activities include; grooming, leading and riding horses. These activities are done under the supervision of a Certified Instructor.
Who qualifies?
Children ages 8-14 weighing under 150 lbs with developmental disabilities. Children looking to improve problem-solving skills, independence, emotional awareness, social responsibility and impulse control. We are only able to accept ambulatory participants at this time.
I have personally found the therapeutic riding class to not only be eye-opening but also inspirational. Helping anyone in need, especially children with disabilities in this case, is always rewarding. I have loved learning how to work with each one of the students' unique needs, and watching them respond positively to the horses. Seeing them progress each week makes it all worthwhile, and I especially love watching the incredible bond they continue to create with the horses.
Goals of Therpeutic Riding
Cognitive
Improve cognitive skills by using planning and judgement skills, memory, attention and the ability to put concepts to use.Â
Emotional
Horses naturally mirror emotion. Participants learn to identify emotional thoughts and feelings by working alongside equine partners.
Physical
Benefit from improved balance, strength, flexibility and motor skill development.
Social
Build social skills by bonding with equine partners and volunteers.
