EQUESTRIAN ZNE

Our Mission is to enrich the lives of persons with special needs/disabilities and foster functional independence with increased self-confidence and improved skills of daily living through the use of safe and enjoyable therapeutic, equine-assisted activities.

For an hour each week, Rett Syndrome almost goes away.  Some of the usual limitations seem to be carried off by the country breeze.  My little girl, unable to walk, enjoys the freedom of movement provided by a beautiful four-legged creature.  Her irregular breathing slows to a more normal rhythm.  Although she is nonverbal, her eyes gleam with unspoken joy.  All smiles, she is just a five year old little girl...

Vanessa Covington, Parent of Martilee

Our Business

Equestrian Zone is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, pending application, that provides therapeutic riding and hippotherapy to individuals with disabilities.

We serve children and adults with a wide diversity of physical, cognitive, mental and emotional disabilities.

Horseback riding moves the rider’s body in a manner most similar to a human gait, therefore riders show improvement in posture, balance, and muscle control, and sensory motor skills. Psychologically, riders make gains in self-awareness, self-confidence, self-discipline, and concentration. As the legs of these beautiful animals become the legs of our riders, they are permitted a sense of freedom and mobility seldom experienced elsewhere in their lives. A very special bond is established between horse and rider which encourages unconditional love, trust, and self-worth

How You Can Help

   As a nonprofit organization we rely heavily on the generosity of caring individuals and service groups. Opportunities for volunteering vary from assisting with horses and riders, to odd jobs or data entry, to helping with special events and fundraising activities. Willing hands and a warm heart are all that’s needed to make a huge and lasting impact on the lives of people with disabilities.

     Rider fees cover only a small portion of program expenses, and while we vigorously pursue grant opportunities, we are always in need of donations to cover operating costs and to further our outreach.

     To make a donation or to get involved with Equestrian Zone, please visit our Contact Us page.