Therapeutic Horsemanship

Freedom Reins Therapeutic Riding Center

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With a lifelong passion for horses and a background in assisting children in the community, Denise Dragon, of Surry, NH, has been drawn to the benefits of therapeutic horseback riding for many years. While she has volunteered for a multitude of programs over the years, she recently took action against the lack of therapeutic riding programs in the local community, developing one of her own. Opening Freedom Reins Therapeutic Riding Center in April, Denise has already had a strong impact on the community, filling their first session with 16 participants in three days. The program encourages participants to begin riding with them as early as four-years-old and continues on through adult therapeutic programs.

Southern Vermont Therapeutic Riding Center

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Combining a love of horses with a passion for helping people live their best lives, the Southern Vermont Therapeutic Riding Center (SVTRC) in Wilmington, VT, has been providing Equine Assisted Therapy Services within our region for the past decade. We sat down with Amber Thibodeau, the Executive Director and Head Instructor of the SVRTC, to learn more about the program and how they have impacted the community, truly changing the lives of the participants.

Local Barn Resource Guide

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If you are looking for a barn in the area, we encourage you to refer to this listing of popular equestrian facilities, many of which we are proud to call customers as well as friends.