Programs Programs and how to register Look HERE for documents you need to submit online. For Park Classes and to purchase Riding Pass call Park Visitor Center 703-437-9101 For other programs or questions contact us at spiritinfo@spiritequestrian.org Therapeutic Riding Therapeutic riding is an equine assisted activity that contributes positively to the physical, cognitive, emotional and social well-being of individuals with special needs. Unlike traditional forms of therapy, therapeutic horseback riding provides a unique and therapeutic experience for the rider and benefits participants by improving: Balance Muscle tone Gross and fine motor skills Focusing skills Self-confidence Communication Equine Assisted Learning EAL programs use the interactions between humans and horses to encourage personal growth and development and to improve basic life skills. It also provides help in the following areas: Social, team work and leadership skills Confidence and self esteem Communication skills Empathy Respect Boundaries Conflict Resolution Patience SPIRIT EAL programs offer individual and group sessions, for youth, workshops for corporate groups, teams, families, and other groups to facilitate development of: Teamwork Leadership skills Management skills The SPIRIT Team will create a fun and memorable experience to help you discover your own potential Equine Assisted Psychotherapy Designed for individuals and families, EAP is an approach which incorporates interactions, with horses, into mental and behavioral therapy. EAP is used to address: Behavioral issues Attention deficit disorder Eating disorders Abuse Depression Anxiety Trauma Grief PTSD _ Therapeutic Horsemanship Therapeutic Horsemanship has been designed for individuals and small groups. It is an unmounted program, facilitated by a certified TR Instructor. This program gives individuals practice in ground work and horse care activities to improve: basic life skills (focusing, orientation, emotional intelligence setting boundaries self control communication and social skills confidence SPIRIT ACADEMY Workshops Training and certification process Join SPIRIT Open Equestrian Program to learn about the growing field of Equine Assisted Activities. Gain foundational knowledge and skills to facilitate a variety of activities including Equine Assisted Therapies, Equine Assisted Learning and Therapeutic Riding. Learn about Urban Horsemanship and equine welfare. Earn continuing education credits for EAA service provider roles. Focus Areas Equestrian / Horsemanship Training – Basic mounted and groundwork horsemanship skills EAP – Training for service providers / Therapists EAL – Training for service providers / Facilitators TR – Training for service providers / Instructors ________________ For additional information on any of SPIRIT’s programs, please contact us at spiritinfo@spiritequestrian.org
