Therapeutic Riding Lessons
At Equi-Ed, our therapeutic riding lessons are designed to support individuals of all abilities, fostering physical strength, emotional resilience, and mental well-being.
Each rider gains confidence, balance, and a deeper connection to themselves and the world around them.
2025 Sessions
Session One: 8 weeks - Monday, January 13 - Saturday, March 8
Session Two: 8 weeks - Monday, April 7 - Saturday, May 31
Session Three: 4 weeks - Monday, July 7 - Saturday, August 2
Session Four: 8 weeks - Monday, September 8 - Saturday, November 1
**Our current Spring Session - Session Two - is full.
​Please send us a message and join the wait list
for the next session, beginning early Summer.​
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Consider one of our Barn Academies to stay engaged during session breaks. More info here:
Benefits of Therapeutic Riding
Increased Concentration, Patience, and Discipline:
Activities like grooming, identifying parts of tack, navigating an obstacle course, and learning dressage patterns offer opportunities for problem-solving, impulse control, and sequencing. These tasks promote focus and patience while encouraging discipline and strategic thinking.
Increased Balance, Muscle Control, and Strength:
Horseback riding gently and rhythmically mimics the natural human walking gait, providing the body with a sensation and mental image of walking. This movement engages both the upper and lower body, stimulating passive exercise that enhances cardiovascular, muscular, and respiratory strength.
Conditions that can benefit include:
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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
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Cerebral Palsy
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Down Syndrome
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Emotional & Behavioral Disorders
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Intellectual Disabilities
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Learning Disabilities
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Physical Disabilities
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PTSD & Anxiety Disorders
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Sensory Processing Challenges
Improved Social Skills and Personal Relationships:
Horses, as social beings, naturally form bonds with humans without judgment. In this unique relationship, trust and communication are nurtured, fostering the development of social skills and deeper personal connections.
​For enrollment, please download and complete the following:
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*Students must submit these packets to be considered for participation with Equi-Ed. In addition, students must schedule a visit to meet our staff and see the facility prior to their first lesson. Please contact us to set up a meeting and barn tour: info@equied.org​
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Paperwork can be emailed to: info@equied.org
or mailed to: 1535 Farmer's Lane #217Santa Rosa, CA 95405