Therapeutic Riding

Our therapeutic riding sessions are six weeks in length and operate from September through June.  Students are organized into groups according to their abilities and riding experience.

The horses in the LTRA program are matched to the ability and special needs of each individual.  When riding a horse, the muscle movement is the same as when walking.  So through riding, those with physical injuries such as paralysis or stroke benefit from a balanced workout with symmetrical movement.

The final two sessions for this year will be:

• Session 6: the week of September 11th through the week of October 16th

• Session 7: the week of October 30the through the week of December 4th.

Every student rides once a week at a specific time.  Please contact us for availability and more information.

Anyone with a physical or mental disability or behavioural issues on a physician's referral.  Students must have the Registration and Waiver forms completed.  These forms help the instructor design an appropriate program that is safe and rewarding for the rider.

Participants in our program must be at least four years of age, regardless of their disability, and must consult a doctor to evaluate whether this type of program would be beneficial. Additionally, for the safety of the rider, horses, volunteers, and instructors, there are rider weight restrictions. A rider that is not balance compromised must not exceed 79 kg (175 lbs), and a rider that is balance compromised must not exceed 75 kg (165 lbs).

The LTRA then works with the doctor or physiotherapist to set goals and design individual programs around these goals.  Though fundamental riding skills are taught, the program is designed to attain the many benefits of this type of therapy.

A 6-week session costs $180.  LTRA membership fee, which includes insurance, is required once a year: Individual $30.00 Family $65.00 

Please note that your registration will not be confirmed until the full payment is received.