THERAPEUTIC RIDING
Participants in therapeutic riding programs show:
improved social functioning
improved language and communication skills
better emotional regulation, better behavior, increased motivation, higher confidence and self-esteem
better focus in the classroom
increased capacity to follow instructions
improved school attendance
reduced anxiety
generally improved mood
SIRE provides riding sessions throughout the school year, including a summer session. For more information about the riding schedule, see the calendar.
FIELD TRIPS
We invite schools to bring their students to one of our three locations throughout the school year. For many students, learning educational concepts such as math, science and language through hands-on experiences outside the classroom can create greater understanding.
Our programs for school groups are designed to increase comprehension as well as build confidence and motivation to learn through interaction with SIRE horses. Visits can be uniquely designed to meet the needs and interests of students. For more information, please contact Anthony Busacca at anthonyb@sire-htec.org.
VETERANS
Riding, grooming or just interacting with horses can help veterans of the military learn ways to overcome the struggles they may experience in dealing with everyday civilian life. Horses also help veterans heal from the emotional and physical scars of military service. Working with horses has many benefits:
- Reduced anxiety
- Increased confidence
- Improved mindfulness
- Lowered blood pressure
- Improved relationships
