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ORGANIZATION: NORTHLAND THERAPEUTIC RIDING CENTER

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Join us at the barn for March New Volunteer Orientation!

Durin orientation we will host a breif slideshow presentation on our organization sharing more in depth all the ways you can get involved with NTRC. We will go on a tour of the property and then do a hands on demonstration to learn how to be a side walker. Side walkers are where we utilize the most of our volunteers. Any one participant can need up to 2 side walkers each week.

We utilize group lessons for mounted programming so 4 horse and rider teams with up to 3 volunteers for each of them plus the instructor!

I hope to see you at the next orientation feel free to reach out to us to schedule one sooner.

volunteerntrc@gmail.com

(816)808-1106

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About NORTHLAND THERAPEUTIC RIDING CENTER

Location:

13608 Henson Rd, Holt, MO 64048, US

Mission Statement

The mission of Northland Therapeutic Riding Center (NTRC) is to improve the quality of life of persons with special needs through equine assisted therapies (EAS). With the help of our volunteers we strive to create hope and independence in the participants futures. EAS use horses to positively impact the cognitive, physical, emotional, and social well-being of people of all ages.

Description

Since it's founding in 2000, Northland Therapeutic Riding Center's professional staff, dedicated volunteers, and amazing horses have helped hundreds of children and adults improve their quality of life through equine assisted therapies. NTRC is a Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship (PATH) Premier Accredited Facility located on 32 acres with an indoor and outdoor arena and 4 pastures and 2 dry lots. Just 23 miles north of Kansas City, MO. The serenity and peacefulness of our location is conductive to a nurturing and learning environment.
We have 2 lesson formats mounted horse back therapy with a Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor and ground based Equine Specialist in Mental Health.
Therapeutic riding can benefit individuals with varying challenges, including but not limited to: Down Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Multiple Sclerosis, Traumatic Brain Injury, Cerebral Palsy, Muscular Dystrophy, Speech, Vision, and Hearing Challenges, Spina Bifida, Deaf, Blind, Stroke, Cognitive, Social, or Behavioral Challenges.

Therapeutic riding can provide: improved balance, posture, and coordination, increased muscle tone and strength, increased range of motion and flexibility, increased problem-solving skills and concentration, and increased confidence, patience, and self-esteem. Plus it's fun for all involved!

CAUSE AREAS

Animals
People with Disabilities
Sports & Recreation
Animals, People with Disabilities, Sports & Recreation

WHEN

Sat Mar 08, 2025
09:00 AM - 11:00 AM

WHERE

13608 Henson RoadHolt, MO 64048

(39.41305,-94.41164)
 

SKILLS

  • Youth Services
  • Fundraising
  • Grant Writing / Research
  • Community Outreach
  • Equestrian
  • Outdoor Recreation

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 14
  • Orientation or Training
  • 2 hours for this training and afterwards you can decide to return.
  • If you choose to return we will need to run a background check before you begin in lessons. That cost is $12 and we do ask that you cover the cost of it if able.

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