About The Program

TRI was founded in 1973 to provide riding therapy for the disabled. The riding therapy program contains six learning components: mounting, warm up, lesson, exercise, games and dismounting. Riders learn basic skills by learning to ride a horse. Students benefit from physical activity, mental stimulation, extended communication opportunities and new peer relationships. The experiences carry over into the students’ every day activities by giving them confidence to try new challenging experiences.

Credentials
TRI is a member in good standing with the NARHA. All TRI instructors are accredited through NARHA.

Program Costs
Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, we are able to offer classes to families at the affordable price of $30 per class for Group lessons and $35 per class for Private lessons. Other program costs include: horse board and care, arena time for classes, mailings, insurance, NARHA membership, instructor and volunteer training, contracted fees for instructors, volunteer coordinator, and equine manager. Volunteers donate their time for all administrative, organizational and other services.

Funding
TRI’s funding is obtained through foundations, fees for services, fundraising events, service clubs, and corporate and individual donations

TRI is a non-profit organization • Tax ID #31-084-0947

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