Horse Side-Walker

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Equine-Assisted Therapy, Inc.

  • A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
  • 8 people are interested
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The main responsibility of a sidewalker is to insure the safety of the rider. Sidewalkers should not interact with the horse and should keep their focus on the rider.

During a lesson, the sidewalker walks to the side of the rider with one arm over the rider’s thigh or with a hand on the rider’s ankle. The degree of assistance from the sidewalker will depend on the need of the rider. Sidewalkers must be able to walk at a fast pace, jog intermittently during the lesson, have good listening skills and have a willingness to learn.

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Animals Children & Youth People with Disabilities

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

3369 Highway 109Wildwood, MO 63038

(38.54707,-90.63173)
 

SKILLS

  • Special Needs
  • Teaching / Instruction
  • Animal Care / Handling
  • Mental Health
  • Equestrian

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • People 55+
  • Group

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 14
  • Orientation or Training
  • Classes are weekday afternoons, evenings & Saturday mornings. Can volunteer from 1-4 hours/week for every 7-week session throughout the year.
  • Convenient to Wildwood location (109 & Old State Rd)

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