Charleston Area Therapeutic Riding, Inc.

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2669 Hamilton RoadJohn's Island, SC 29455 United States

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http://www.catr-program.org

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Therapeutic Horseback Riding Program Volunteer

Flexible Schedule | John's Island, SC 29455

Volunteers make therapeutic horseback riding lessons possible for children and adults with disabilities at Charleston Area Therapeutic Riding (CATR)! With your help, we provide our participants with the opportunity to make an enduring connection with horses. Volunteers in our therapeutic riding program typically volunteer once a week for 12 weeks, or sub in when able if their schedule does not allow a regular volunteer spot for the full 12 weeks. Our main volunteer roles are sidewalkers and horse leaders. A sidewalker is directly responsible for the rider. They walk beside the horse, even with the rider's knee, and give the rider verbal or physical support depending on their needs. The sidewalker must be aware of the rider, instructor, and any activities in and around the arena or on the trail. They will be responsible for aiding the participant throughout a one hour lesson. Sidewalkers have the unique opportunity to work directly with individuals with disabilities as they build special relationships with their equine partners. A horse leader is directly responsible for the horse and must have significant past horse experience. They groom and lead the horse during lessons depending on the needs of a participant. The horse leader must be aware of the horse, their body language, the surroundings, the instructor, and any activities in and around the arena or on the trail. They will be responsible for handling the horse throughout a one hour lesson. Horse leaders have the unique opportunity to work directly with horses to positively impact the lives of individuals with disabilities. All must participate in a Volunteer Orientation and Sidewalker Training at CATR before they begin volunteering. Our next training is Saturday, August 28th from 9:00 - 12:00. Horse leaders must participate in an additional Horse Leader Training. Please contact Kenna Brookshire at volunteers@catr-program.org to register.

Date Posted: Jul 6, 2021
Therapeutic Riding Volunteer - Horse Leader

Flexible Schedule | John's Island, SC 29455

Volunteers make therapeutic horseback riding lessons possible for children and adults with disabilities at Charleston Area Therapeutic Riding (CATR)! With your help, we provide our participants with the opportunity to make an enduring connection with horses. Volunteers in our therapeutic riding program typically volunteer once a week for 12 weeks, or sub in when able if their schedule does not allow a regular volunteer spot for the full 12 weeks. A horse leader is directly responsible for the horse and must have significant past horse experience. They groom and lead the horse during lessons depending on the needs of a participant. The horse leader must be aware of the horse, their body language, the surroundings, the instructor, and any activities in and around the arena or on the trail. They will be responsible for handling the horse throughout a one hour lesson. Horse leaders have the unique opportunity to work directly with horses to positively impact the lives of individuals with disabilities. All must participate in a Volunteer Orientation and Sidewalker Training at CATR before they begin volunteering. Our next training is Saturday, August 28th from 9:00 - 12:00. Horse leaders must participate in an additional Horse Leader Training. Please contact Kenna Brookshire at volunteers@catr-program.org to register.

Date Posted: Jul 6, 2021
Therapeutic Riding Volunteer - Sidewalker

Flexible Schedule | John's Island, SC 29455

Volunteers make therapeutic horseback riding lessons possible for children and adults with disabilities at Charleston Area Therapeutic Riding (CATR)! With your help, we provide our participants with the opportunity to make an enduring connection with horses. Volunteers in our therapeutic riding program typically volunteer once a week for 12 weeks, or sub in when able if their schedule does not allow a regular volunteer spot for the full 12 weeks. A sidewalker is directly responsible for the rider. They walk beside the horse, even with the rider's knee, and give the rider verbal or physical support depending on their needs. The sidewalker must be aware of the rider, instructor, and any activities in and around the arena or on the trail. They will be responsible for aiding the participant throughout a one hour lesson. Sidewalkers have the unique opportunity to work directly with individuals with disabilities as they build special relationships with their equine partners. All must participate in a Volunteer Orientation and Sidewalker Training at CATR before they begin volunteering. Our next training is Saturday, August 28th from 9:00 - 12:00. Please contact Kenna Brookshire at volunteers@catr-program.org to register.

Date Posted: Jul 6, 2021

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Charleston Area Therapeutic Riding empowers children and adults with disabilities to enjoy more active and fulfilling lives through therapeutic horsemanship.

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Charleston Area Therapeutic Riding (CATR) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to providing quality Equine Assisted Activities and Therapies. CATR gives children and adults with disabilities the freedom of movement and joy of accomplishment that many of us take for granted. Certified professional staff, nationally accredited programs, and dedicated volunteers help students improve and build on their abilities with the most patient teacher of all, the horse.

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