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44 people are interested
Sidewalkers, Handlers, Lesson Assistance
ORGANIZATION: RideAble Therapeutic Horsemanship
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44 people are interested
At RideAble, we teach riding lessons to individuals with physical and developmental disabilities, and other diagnoses. We rely on volunteers to assist with clients, and to help keep our facilities and environment enjoyable. Volunteers can fill any of the following roles:
Handler/Leader
Leaders takes care of the behavior of the horse. As a rider progresses towards being able to steer the horse on his own, the leader may provide backup. Having control of the horse, however slight, builds confidence in the rider and horse as a team.
Side Walkers
Side walkers walk at the student’s leg; assisting with the student’s balance. Side walkers keep the rider safe while they are developing confidence and strength.
Barn Chores and Property Maintenance
These are some of the most valued aspects of volunteering. Volunteers can care for horses by filling water buckets, cleaning stalls, and helping with other tasks around the barn to ensure the safety, professionalism and quality of RideAble.
- Age 16 and up
- Be able to be on your feet for at least 2 hours
- Be able to lift at least 40 pounds
- Available for 2 hours/day of your scheduled commitment
- Reliable transportation
- Attend a formal volunteer training (training not required to begin)
- Complete the volunteer application
- Ability to be out in a covered, but not heated facility in all weather conditions
- Walk and jog with students on horseback
- 14-16 years old who would like to volunteer can. They must meet the same requirements above. They are Jr. volunteers and will be supervised by other volunteers and instructor. They do not work independently with students.
This fall we have over 80 students who wish to take riding lessons. In order to provide these services, we are looking for 50 volunteers to help us. Volunteer Training: Sep. 9 Fall Session Dates: Sep 11-Dec 14 (No classes the week of Oct. 30) Fall Session Times
(Choose any 2 hour shift on the following days and times) M: - 2pm - 7:30 pm T - 8 am - 7:30 pm W - 9 am - 7:30 pm Th - 1:30 - 7:30 pm
More opportunities with RideAble Therapeutic Horsemanship
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About RideAble Therapeutic Horsemanship
Location:
85230 Hicks Lane, Eugene, OR 97405, US
Mission Statement
RideAble provides equestrian experiences for children, youth and adults with a wide range of disabilities. The RideAble program offers an opportunity for students to meet and adjust to a horse in a safe and supportive environment, followed by instruction in riding and horsemanship.
Description
RideAble is an equestrian program for people with disabilities, based in Eugene (Goshen), Oregon, RideAble is a non-profit corporation, EIN 93-1172229, providing therapeutic horsemanship opportunities for those living with special needs since 1995.
RideAble offers private individual lessons and small group classes of up to four students. Lessons are planned to meet each rider's individual needs and groups are selected to include riders with similar skills and stamina. As their lessons progress, students become more knowledgeable about horse care, management of the horse and specific riding skills. These skills increase independence and self-esteem and enhance the enjoyment of the intrinsically therapeutic relationship between horse and rider. Each member of the instructional staff at RideAble is certified by Professional Association of Theraputic Horsemanship International (PATHIntl).
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
85230 Hicks LaneEugeneEugene, OR 97405
DATE POSTED
August 25, 2017
SKILLS
- Physical Therapy
- Youth Services
- Animal Therapy
- People Skills
- Equestrian
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 16
- Orientation or Training
- 2 hours weekly