Forgetting their disabilities for a while - Welland Tribune - Ontario, CA

"Ruigrok said the lessons offer students 'a way to participate in an activity that they might not be able to participate in otherwise. It builds a lot of confidence in a lot of these riders —huge confidence. It's hugely beneficial.'

Although it's called therapeutic riding, Ruigrok said it's not really a therapy.

It's essentially just recreational riding, geared towards riders with various disabilities.

'We're teaching these kids how to ride in whatever capacity they're able to,' she said."

For other riding programs like this check with the Ontairo Equestrian Federation. http://www.horse.on.ca/