Bitterroot Therapeutic Riding

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	How it Works		Who Can Benefit
	Therapeutic Riding Without conscious effort, riders are treated to a proven therapy that is both fun and rewarding while they gain confidence and achieve goals. With therapeutic riding, the horse facilitates the motion of the human stride giving our students improved joint mobility, better balance and coordination. Our NAHRA certified instructors and trained volunteers treat all riders with respect and build friendly and caring relationships. Interactive Vaulting Interactive vaulting is often described as gymnastics on the back of a moving horse. Vaulting is one of the safest equestrian disciplines, since the specially trained horse is controlled by a person experienced in longeing and the sport is performed in a very controlled environment. Interactive vaulting lessons include: Horsemanship activities Warm up in the arena and on the barrel Play games on and around the horse Practice gymnastic positions on the back of the horse at different gaits, alone or in pairs Work as a team What interactive vaulting does for the vaulter Improves balance & strength Builds confidence It is creative & educational Helps to build social skills It is FUN		Riders We accept riders of all ages and varying abilities with parental or medical consent. Conditions Improved By Therapeutic Riding Autism Spectrum ADD / Hyperactivity Disorders Down Syndrome Cerebral Palsy Head Trauma/Brain Injury Multiple Sclerosis Additional Conditions ... "Having the opportunity to ride horseback at BTR has opened Sarah's eyes to a whole new world of movement and sensation. Riding helps establish new pathways in her brain and she looks forward to riding each week." ~ Bev, mother "After eight years with BTR, this great therapy continues to keep me mobile and active with the challenges of Multiple Sclerosis." ~ Terri
	We offer summer day camps for groups and organizations! Contact us through email or on the phone for more information. MEDICAID accepted through Home and Community Based Services Bitterroot Therapeutic Riding does not manage direct insurance billing and does not receive any reimbursements directly from insurance companies. However, some medical plans cover these fees so please check with your provider. If you know of someone who could benefit from the rewards of a therapeutic horseback riding program, don't wait, call today! GoodSearch Search the web with GoodSearch and money from our advertisers will go to Bitterroot Therapeutic Riding without you spending a dime! www.goodsearch.com UPCOMING EVENTS “... probably the nation’s most successful, cowboy humorist and living poet." New York Times Details Home \| Our Program \| Our Horses \| Our Staff \| Events \| How You Can Help \| Links \| Forms \| Contact Us *MEDICAID accepted through Home and Community Based Services* Established 2000 Member North American Riding for the Handicapped Association BTR is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit Charitable Organization 599 Popham Lane, Corvallis, Montana 59828 • (406) 961-2999 or (406) 880-6599 • btr@bitterrootriding.org