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It’s a family affair for mom, Niki, and her young son, Samuel.  Both have Myotonic Muscular Dystrophy.  Samuel has a more severe case, which affects his ability to walk, run, jump, and play like other kids.  His dad, Andrew, shared that because of his therapy at TEC he has been able to strengthen his core muscle group and improve his balance enough that he has begun to run and jump.  Andrew also shared that his wife saw improvements in her core muscles, inner thighs, arms, and neck in ways that traditional exercises did not do.

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Our programs are designed to meet the therapeutic needs of children and adults living with a wide range of physical, cognitive, neurological, and emotional disabilities, including but not limited to:

 

• Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)

• Bipolar Disorder

• Cerebral Palsy

• Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)

• Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD)

• Developmental Delay

• Down Syndrome

• Hearing Impairment

• Learning Disability

• Spina Bifida

• Visual Impairment

• Post-Traumatic Stress (PTS)

• Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI),

• Spinal Cord Injury

• Amputations

• Anxiety/Depression

• Alcohol/Drug Dependence

 

Through horse-related interaction and learned riding skills, participants of all ages and abilities can:

 

• Enhance social interactions

• Expand speech and language skills

• Learn teamwork

• Gain self-confidence

• Increase emotional control

• Transform attitude

• And much more!

 

We offer an array of programs designed for participants from 4 years of age and up, including:

 

• Therapeutic Riding Lessons

• Mane Event

• TEC WITH VETS

• Groundwork & Grooming

• Summer Camps - Camp TEC 

• School Programs 

• Community-Based Programs

 

Are you ready or do you know someone who is ready to grab life by the reins and begin the journey to building a stronger mind, body, and spirit?  Yes!  Read the Rider Handbook for complete details on how to participate at TEC and complete the appropriate Participant Program Packet.