Adaptive Riding and Horsemanship
Adaptive Riding is recreational horseback riding and horsemanship lessons adapted for each client’s ability and goals. Adaptive riding utilizes mounted and unmounted activities to provide a combination of physical and emotional benefits.
Adaptive Riding lessons at NCEFT are taught by instructors certified by PATH Intl (the accrediting and certifying body for professionals in the field of equine-assisted activities). Sessions also include one or two side-walkers who walk on either side of the horse, ensuring the safety of the client at all times.
We offer both private and group lessons. Riders in group lessons receive the added benefit of social interaction with another rider of similar age. Clients typically ride once a week for 30 minutes. For information about our Horsemanship Academy program, please click here.
Activities encourage improvements in:
- Flexibility, balance, and muscle strength
- Attention span
- Ability to follow multi-step directions
- Appropriate social interactions (including eye contact, vocal volume, and expressive language)
- Confidence and self-esteem
Adaptive Riding is appropriate for individuals who are:
- 4+ years of age
- Able to maintain an upright head and neck position
- Able to follow single step instructions
- Comfortable wearing a helmet
- Not a danger to themselves or others (no hitting, biting, hair pulling, etc.)
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