Physical - The three-dimensional motion of the horse provides
children hip, back, and trunk action that simulates natural walking. Riding relaxes and strengthens muscles and improves body
tone, posture, balance, joint mobility and coordination.
Emotional - Contact with horses and horsemanship
training provides a noncompetitive setting for learning. New abilities, self-discipline, and improved concentration build
self-confidence and self-esteem.
Social - Horseback riding nutures a positive
self-image. Riders may, for the first time in their lives, experience some independence and a sense of being a part of a team.
Allowing a child who has always had to look up at the world from their wheelchair to look down at people.
