On a psychological level, participants have identified many benefits of therapeutic riding. Chief among these is self-confidence. As riders learn a new experience, they gain a new level of confidence in their abilities and accomplishments. Self-esteem improves. Because riders work in cooperation with their horse – which often has its own agenda – they frequently learn patience and an improved ability to deal with stress. Riders also learn about responsibility as they prepare their horse for each week’s lesson.
New rider applications and additional information can be found on our New Riders page.
Children ages 7-11 and their parent/guardian are invited to participate. The course is designed to promote healthy choices, effective communication skills and volunteerism using equine-assisted learning.
CATRA provides quality equine and animal-assisted therapeutic programs to the people of the Capital area.
Our vision is to be a center of excellence where equines and other animals enrich the lives of people of all abilities to enhance physical, spiritual, intellectual, mental, emotional, and social well-being through a holistic approach.
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