University of New Hampshire's Therapeutic Riding Program
photo by Vanessa Wright of the Literary
Horse
Therapeutic Riding is a mode of therapy utilizing
functional riding skills, equine movement and a variety of therapy
activities to achieve specific cognitive, physical and emotional goals.
The UNH Therapeutic Riding Program adapts equine activities to allow for
participation of riders over the age of 5 with cognitive, physical and
emotional challenges. Activities take place in a normal equine
environment, augmented with therapeutic games and activities.
Adaptations are diagnosis-specific and focus on maximizing the abilities of
each individual, rather than concentrating on disabilities.
What's New
Our first program NEWSLETTER was just mailed out electronically.
Please email us to get on our list for our next issue.
Our next session starts on
March 29th - registration material will be mailed the first week in
December to our mailing list.
Our next volunteer training will be March 9th, 2010 at 5:00
pm in the Light Horse Classroom & lasts about 2 1/2 hours. Priority
for volunteer spots will be given to past volunteers and students
fulfilling community service hours.
SAVE THE DATE! Our Spring Auction and Dinner will be on
Saturday April 10th, 2010. Tickets will be available starting in
December on this website.
If you are a UNH student and are interested in an Internship for
Spring or Summer 2010 please contact us!
We have Eventing T-shirts available for sale for $9 in Adult sizes
medium, large or XL in
hot pink, teal or navy blue. (add $3 for shipping)
UNH Therapeutic Riding T-shirts are available for $12 in Adult or
Youth Sizes in kelly green or lavender. (add $3 for
shipping)