Special Need Therapeutic Horseback Riding Program

All ages
This program offers individuals with special needs the opportunity to benefit from the movement of a horse in a controlled and safe environment. Therapeutic riding is a wonderful, emotional, physical and social activity for the disabled population. Many individuals with physical disabilities have seen vast improvement in core strength, flexibility and balance from our program.
Often riders with mental disabilities improve his/her cognitive comprehension. Although the movement of the horse has proven benefits to the body and mind, the bond between the horse and rider cannot be put into tangible terms. We look forward to working with each rider and his/her individual goals. Doctor’s consent is required, paperwork available at time of registration. Our program is designed to help participants succeed with these goals.


Recreation Track-The rider will work on gross motor, fine motor, and cognitive skills while on horseback. The goal from this track is to improve muscle tone, speech, core strength and cognitive development. Instructed by Kris Mondrella


Location: Smokey Hills Stable; 8215 W. Pine Bluff Rd, Coal City


Res/Nonres: $215
Min/Max: 2/4

Date Day Time
Mar 28-May 2 W Call 815-467-7275 to schedule

 

 

Channahon Park District, 24856 West Eames Street, Channahon, IL 60410
Call (815) 467-PARK (7275) | Fax (815) 467-5677