Benefits of Therapeutic Riding
The three dimensional swinging motion of the horse's gait is a living therapy tool, moving the rider up/down, forward/backward, side-to-side, to wake up, challenge and stimulate muscle and brain activity.
- Improved posture and balance
- Greater muscle tone & strength
- Increased range of motion
- Better eye-hand coordination
- Improved joint mobility
- Independence self-esteem
- Greater self-control
- Self-awareness, self-confidence
- Learned skills
- Tactile awareness stimulating five senses
- Improved directional application
- Task sequencing
- New friends, both human and animal
- Social interaction and cooperation
- Improved attention span and listening skills
Physical Benefits
Emotional Benefits
Cognitive Benefits
Social Benefits