- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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97 people are interested
Horses, Changing Lives One Stride at a Time
ORGANIZATION: New Mexico Center for Therapeutic Riding
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
-
97 people are interested
Our volunteers are vital to the success of our organization and to the fulfillment of our mission. NMCTR offers the most comprehensive and effective therapeutic riding program in Northern New Mexico. If you are interested in contributing your time and talents to our program, please join us! Anyone with a desire to make a real difference in the lives of those with special needs is most welcome. Also, if you love (or think you might love) horses, this is the place for you!
Volunteer duties/possibilities include (but are not limited to):- Horse Care and Handling (such as grooming, feeding, exercising)
- Rider Assistance during lessons
- Barn Maintenance (such as cleaning stalls, tack, sweeping)
- Photography
- Fundraising Activities
- Assistance with Administrative Duties
More opportunities with New Mexico Center for Therapeutic Riding
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About New Mexico Center for Therapeutic Riding
Location:
100 South Polo Drive, Santa Fe, NM 87507, US
Mission Statement
The mission of New Mexico Center for Therapeutic Riding is to enrich and expand the lives of children, youth, and adults with special needs through equine-assisted activities and therapies.
Description
The New Mexico Center for Therapeutic Riding provides instruction in riding and horsemanship with the goal of expanding the cognitive, physical, emotional and social skills and well-being of individuals with special needs. Students of all ages and abilities participate in our program with the ultimate goal of learning to ride as independently as possible, gaining enhanced self-confidence from their accomplishments. Our instructors, who are certified by PATH Intl., develop a lesson plan that is specific to each individual’s needs and goals. We offer private and group lessons. Our community partnerships allow us to provide services to students of all ages and abilities throughout Santa Fe County. Our partners include The New Mexico School for the Deaf, Santa Fe Public Schools, Santa Fe Youth Shelters, the Santa Fe TEP program, and various day rehabilitation centers.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
100 S. Polo Dr.Santa Fe, NM 87507
DATE POSTED
February 16, 2023
SKILLS
- Child Development
- Animal Care / Handling
- Equestrian
- Spiritual Healing
- Children Medical Services
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Orientation or Training
- Varies on duties
- No experience required, we will train you!