Horsemanship

“Horses change lives. They give people confidence, hope, self-esteem and provide peace and tranquility to troubled souls.”

The Eagle Mount Equestrian Center promotes safety and optimal outcomes in equine-assisted activities for individuals and families with special needs. We are a Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH, Intl) Member Center and employ PATH, Intl Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructors and Equine Specialists in Mental Health and Learning.

Equine-Assisted Activities such as Therapeutic Riding and Equine Assisted Learning are available for:

• Individual or group sessions.
• Mounted or unmounted sessions.
• Special groups.
• Veteran opportunities.
• Our traveling horses: Group, nursing, and retirement homes; Schools and other interested groups.

Think your horse would be a great fit for our program?  Our current need for horses are:

Narrow Build

• Completely sound – no lameness issues or any other known ailment.
• Calm, adaptable temperament.
• Preferred Age Range:  9 to 15.
• Patience – must be able to stand and wait for participant to groom, mount or dismount.

Download our paperwork and complete a horse profile if you would like your horse considered.  New Horse Prospect

Participant and Volunteer Requirements

Participate

• Ages 6 and up.
• 180 lbs weight limit to ride.
• Complete an evaluation with one of our therapeutic riding instructors.
• Some disabilities may prevent riding – such as uncontrolled seizures, severe behavioral challenges and/or movement and weight restrictions. Individual assessments will be done.
• Helmets (provided by Eagle Mount) and closed toed shoes are required. Jeans are preferred.

Volunteer

• Ages 16 and up.
• Ability to stand and/or walk alongside a horse for 30- 60 minutes.
• Closed toed shoes and wear modest and weather appropriate clothing.
• Complete the Eagle Mount Equestrian Volunteer Training.