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Therapeutic riding uses equine-oriented activities for the purpose of
contributing positively to the cognitive, physical, emotional and social well being of disadvantaged and/or disabled children.
Therapeutic riding provides benefits in the areas of therapy, education, sport, recreation and leisure.
Children participating in this program learn basic skills through planned
interaction and experiences with the horse. They learn not only riding skills, but also the structure, needs, personality
and environment of a horse. They develop a sensitivity to the needs and learn all the activities involved in the grooming,
feeding, caring for and riding these animals. Through these activities, the child develops an awareness of his own care and
needs and a sensitivity to the needs and care of all things which he or she can apply to everyday life.
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