Angels on Horseback Inc

The mission of Angels on Horseback is to provide therapeutic equine assisted activities to individuals with mental, physical or emotional disabilities and to encourage growth through the benefits of horse and human relationships.

We offer Equine Assisted Activities that include Therapeutic Riding and Equine-facilitated Learning.  

Therapeutic Riding is the most popular form of equine assisted activities.  It is mounted horseback riding for the purpose of contributing positively to cognitive, physical, emotional and social well-being of individuals with disabilities through the teaching of horsemanship skills.  Benefits of Therapeutic Riding Include:

• Promoting strength
• Increasing flexibility
• Developing balance
• Improved Coordination
• Helping breathing and circulation
• Boosting self-confidence
• Building self esteem

Sensory Input Benefits: 

• Vestibular Input
• Proprioceptive Input
• Tactile Input
• Visual Input
• Auditory Input

Horseback riding can provide nearly every type of sensory input all at once!

Equine-facilitated Learning (EFL) is an educational approach to equine assisted activities.  ELF content is developed and organized with the primary intent to facilitate persona growth and development of life skills through equine interactions.  Benefits of EFL include:

• Developing strong work ethic through dedication, time and effort in caring for horses
• Fostering self-esteem and self-confidence
• Helping us better understand our own non-verbal communication
• Enhancing self-awareness