“… Those that understand, teach.” ~Aristotle

INSTRUCTOR TRAINING

ALL INSTRUCTOR TRAINING SESSIONS ARE TEMPORARILY ON HOLD UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. FOR QUESTIONS, PLEASE CONTACT JOE WAPPELHORST, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, AT JOE@SIRE-HTEC.ORG
THANK YOU.

SIRE’s team approach includes a PATH certified therapeutic riding instructor, 1-3 volunteers and a specifically trained therapy horse. Small classes of 1-4 ride in a protected arena or outside the arena utilizing man-made and natural obstacles.

SIRE provides opportunities throughout the year for volunteer continuing education and instructor training events.

SIRE Education and Training — Events for Instructors and Volunteers:

Instructor Training Course

  • This eight-week Instructor Training Course is offered during the spring and fall semesters.

  • The course is designed for people preparing for PATH International Therapeutic Riding Instructor Certification and volunteers seeking more in-depth knowledge. For more information on the certification process visit PATH International.

PATH International Riding Instructor Workshop and Certification

  • SIRE hosts PATH Intl Riding Instructor Workshop/Certifications one to two times a year.

  • These  workshops are open to all PATH Intl members.

  • The certification is open to Instructors-In-Training who have completed phase one of the PATH process.

Instructor and Volunteer Continuing Education Classes

  • Throughout the year, SIRE offers continuing education classes on a variety of topics at each of its three locations.

  • Topics include disability awareness, horse handling, lesson planning, class structure and teaching techniques.

  • There is no fee for SIRE staff and volunteers.

  • The classes are open to the general public for a moderate fee.

Calendar of Events

RIDE

Maximum of 4 riders.
Minimum age required 3 years old.

DONATE

Provide scholarships for riders
and equine care for SIRE horses.

VOLUNTEER

Sign up to volunteer inside or outside
the arena today.