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Support Riders & Make a Difference - Be a Side Walker for 30-Minute Sessions!
ORGANIZATION: American Therapeutic Riding Center
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Volunteer Opportunity: Side Walker - Help Support Riders in 30-Minute Equine Therapy Sessions! At the American Therapeutic Riding Center (ATRC)
Join us as a Side Walker! In this role, you'll assist a certified PATH instructor and staff to support client riders in equine therapy riding sessions. Each session lasts 30 minutes, and we are flexible on your volunteering time. Experience is great but not required - we’ll provide all the training you need!
As a Side Walker, you'll walk alongside riders, ensuring their safety and offering encouragement. You'll also have the chance to learn to lead horses or help in the barn, if you're interested in additional ways to help. It’s also a perfect opportunity to get your steps in while making a meaningful impact.
Why Volunteer with ATRC?
Volunteering at ATRC is a life-changing experience, both for you and the riders. Our Equine Assisted Services (EAS) help individuals with diverse needs enhance their social, physical, and emotional well-being. You'll play a key role in improving riders’ posture, strength, mobility, and overall quality of life.
Flexible Scheduling to Fit Your Lifestyle!
We offer 30-minute sessions, and you can volunteer for the times and hours that suit you best. Whether you have a little time or a lot, we’ll work with your schedule!
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About American Therapeutic Riding Center
Location:
397 N. 177th W. Ave., PO Box 880, Sand Springs, OK 74063, US
Mission Statement
Our purpose in this world is to provide healing to the people who need it, education to people who seek it and promote a sense of community though the use of equine assisted therapy.
Description
We provide Equine Assisted Services (EAS) to individuals with special needs. A legal diagnosis is required and a referral by a counselor, medical professional, social worker and/or therapist. We serve ages up to mid sixties. We serve seven public schools through therapeutic riding (elementary spec ed) and/or working with counselors (elementary and high school) in trauma informed small groups, groups and individuals.
Accomplishments:
07-07-2021: We received a $25,000 grant from the "Christopher and Dana Reeves" Direct Effect of Quality of Life Program.
05-31-2023: We completed a twelve month pilot project "Trauma Informed Small Groups" with the State Department of Education Climate Control.
Volunteers have the opportunity to enjoy country life while helping others through Equine Assisted Services. Give back to our community, obtain a corporate volunteer day or needed educational hours (including higher education: observation, field site opportunity, internships, research, etc.) or simply giving your time and talents to help others.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
395 N. 177th W. Ave.Sand Springs, OK 74063
DATE POSTED
October 23, 2024
SKILLS
- Animal Therapy
- Mentoring
- Equestrian
- Physical Education
- Special Needs
- Occupational Therapy
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Public Groups
- Private Groups
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 14
- Orientation or Training
- Our sessions are available in the morning, afternoon, and evening (evenings in fall/winter only), with a minimum commitment of one hour.
- You’ll need to walk for the full 30-minute sessions, which may include a slow trot alongside the horse.
Private Group Details
- Group Size Range 1 - 50+
- Event can be held at organization location(s)
- Donation Requested
- If you're unable to volunteer, you can still make a difference by donating! Your contribution helps care for our horses and supports our riders' progress. Every bit counts!