Ottawa Therapeutic Riding

Therapeutic riding has been available in the Ottawa area since the 1970s and continues to grow in popularity. There are many stables in the Ottawa area that offer therapeutic riding programs to a variety of age groups with a wide range of physical, mental and emotional disabilities. The benefits gained from therapeutic riding are enormous. Riding demands physical, mental and social involvement on the part of the rider, strengthens muscles and improves muscle tone, improves balance and coordination and promotes physical fitness and a sense of self-confidence. Check out the several local Ottawa stables that offer therapeutic riding instruction. Visit their websites to find the one that is right for you.

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Therapeutic Riding Association of Ottawa-Carleton 6362-1 Bank St., Highway 31 Greely, ON K4P 1J4 Tel: (613) 821-1844 Web Site: http://trott.ncf.ca Therapeutic riding is a physical and social activity that teaches cooperation with people and animals. It provides an opportunity to share experiences with both disabled and able-bodied riders. Riding is mentally and physically stimulating, enhances alertness and the ability to concentrate, and helps to increase self-awareness and self-confidence.

Lanark County Therapeutic Riding Program 103 Judson St. Carleton Place, ON K7C 2S5 Tel: (613) 257-7121 Web Site: www.therapeuticriding.ca The Lanark County Therapeutic Riding Program provides a safe environment introducing children and adults to the benefits and joys of the healing powers of the horse. The team consists of Instructors who are certified through the Canadian Therapeutic Riding Association, a consulting Physiotherapist who is trained in hippotherapy, enthusiastic volunteers who offer their expertise and caring and of course our wonderful horses!

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