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GAIT Therapeutic Riding Center GAIT Therapeutic Riding Center
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Mission Statement
To improve the quality of life of children and adults with special needs through equine activities and therapies, resulting in a more independent life in society.
Description
GAIT Therapeutic Riding Center is a non-profit organization in Milford, PA that serves children, teens, and adults with special needs within the tri-state area. Since 1995, GAIT has provided instruction of riding and horsemanship skills to people with disabilities for their therapeutic benefit.
GAIT TRC is a PATH Intl. Premier Accredited Center and utilizes specially trained horses who have been carefully selected for their temperament, soundness, and equilateral movement. All equine sessions are conducted by PATH Intl. Certified Instructors, Equine Specialists, licensed therapists, credentialed mental health professionals, and highly trained volunteers.
GAIT TRC's year round therapeutic services include Therapeutic Horseback Riding, Equine Assited Learning, Hippotherapy, and Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy.
Other services offered at include Vocational Training, Equine Services for Heroes, Community Service, Volunteer Opportunities, and Internship Programs.
Educational opportunities include mentoring for Instructors in Training, Registered PATH Intl. On-Site Workshop and Certification (OSWC), and PATH Intl. Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning Workshop and Skills Test (ESMHL)