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3 people are interested
Become an Equestrian Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: National Ability Center
This opportunity is provided by VolunteerMatch's partner.
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3 people are interested
Volunteer as either an Equestrian Leader or Sidewalker on our Adaptive Horseback lessons!
As a leader, your role is to work with the horse, take directions from the instructor and to bring a fun yet calming energy to our lessons.
As a sidewalker, your role is to assist the participant with mounts, dismounts (if needed) and stability while on the horse.
Prior equestrian experience preferred but not required. Must be 14 years or older.
Steps to get started:
- Sign up as an NAC volunteer via our volunteer portal
- Attend an Equestrian Onboarding Training
- Attend either an Equestrian Leader or Sidewalker Training
- Participate on a shadow shift
At the National Ability Center, we are dedicated to serving individuals, families, and groups with disabilities by providing a safe and inclusive environment to discover their untapped potential.
More opportunities with National Ability Center
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About National Ability Center
Location:
1000 Ability Way, Park City, UT 84068, US
Mission Statement
The National Ability Center exists to empower individuals of all abilities by building self esteem, confidence, and lifetime skills through sports, recreation and educational programs. Our vision is to inspire individual achievement and create global impact for people of all abilities.
Description
The National Ability Center offers a wide variety of year-round activities, which include alpine and cross-country skiing, snowboarding, swimming, cycling, waterskiing, horseback riding, rafting and camping trips, challenge course activities, leadership training and more!
Individuals of all ages and abilities take part in the Ability Center's programs, including those with orthopedic, spinal cord, neuromuscular, visual and hearing impairments, as well as those with cognitive disabilities. Specially designed equipment is available for many of the activities.
CAUSE AREAS
Animals,
Community,
People with Disabilities
WHEN
Sat Jul 13, 2024 - Fri Oct 11, 2024
09:00 AM - 06:30 PM
WHERE
1000 Ability WayPark City, UT 84060
(40.680904 ,-111.47471 )
DATE POSTED
July 13, 2024
SKILLS
- Animal Care / Handling
- Animal Therapy
- Equestrian
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 14
- Orientation or Training
- Volunteer as much or as little as you want!
- Previous equestrian/horse experience preferred but not required!