Therapeutic Riding is an exciting recreational therapy that combines the positive movement of the horse with a rider’s ability to take control. It is a highly sought after sport for riders with a disability that prevents them from having a natural walking gait, for on the horse you can’t tell which rider is the disabled one, we are all equal. However, Therapeutic Riding is also beneficial to many disabilities; cognitive, physical, sensory, or just self-esteem! McKenna Farms encourages riders towards independence. Most riders will learn to tack up their own horse as well as walk, trot and canter without the use of a leader or side walker. Each lesson plan is tailored to the individual rider and their set goals and objectives. McKenna Farms also has an equestrian team that competes in the Special Olympics Georgia State Horse Show each year.

Service Area: Cobb County

Categories Special Needs Youth Services & Development Senior Services Recreation & Sports Military & Veterans Support, Leadership Development

• Population Served: Disabled

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