The Sunny Horse Foundation
Broomfield, Colorado
The Sunny Horse Foundation is an equine-assisted services organization in Colorado offering therapeutic riding and horse-centered programs designed to support individuals with physical, cognitive, emotional, and developmental challenges. The program focuses on building confidence, communication skills, coordination, and emotional well-being through structured interaction with horses in a supportive and uplifting environment.
- Therapeutic riding
- Adaptive horseback riding instruction
- Equine-assisted activities
- Horsemanship education
- Groundwork and horse interaction experiences
- Confidence and emotional development programs
- Individualized equine-assisted sessions
- Volunteer-supported programming
- Children
- Teens
- Adults
- Individuals with physical disabilities
- Individuals with developmental or cognitive challenges
- Riders with autism spectrum disorder
- Participants seeking adaptive riding support
- Individuals benefiting from horse-assisted emotional growth
More about this center
The foundation emphasizes positive horse-human relationships as a pathway for personal growth and healing. Through adaptive equestrian activities and individualized support, The Sunny Horse Foundation provides participants with meaningful opportunities to develop independence, resilience, and self-confidence.
About This Program
The Sunny Horse Foundation offers therapeutic riding and equine-assisted activities tailored to each participant’s abilities, goals, and comfort level. Riders work with trained staff, volunteers, and suitable horses in structured sessions designed to support both emotional and physical development.
The program combines mounted riding with groundwork and horsemanship activities, helping participants build trust, communication, and body awareness. Each session is designed to be encouraging, safe, and adaptable so that individuals can progress at their own pace while engaging meaningfully with horses.
Facility and Setting
The Sunny Horse Foundation is located in Colorado in a natural, open equestrian setting that supports calm and focused therapeutic experiences. The environment provides space for both riding and groundwork activities, allowing participants to interact with horses in a peaceful outdoor atmosphere.
The setting is designed to be welcoming and supportive, encouraging participants to feel safe and engaged while learning new skills. The foundation prioritizes accessibility, emotional comfort, and steady progress through structured equine-assisted programming.
What Makes Them Unique
The Sunny Horse Foundation stands out for its focus on combining emotional development with hands-on equine experiences. The program emphasizes not only riding skills but also the therapeutic benefits of horse interaction, including trust-building and emotional regulation.
Another key strength is its individualized approach. Each participant receives tailored instruction based on their needs and abilities, allowing for a more meaningful and supportive experience. The foundation’s use of both mounted and unmounted activities helps create a well-rounded therapeutic environment.
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Location
Broomfield, Colorado 80023
Questions to Ask When You Call
The center is the best source for these answers.
- Are you running now, and taking new riders?Start here. We couldn’t confirm a current schedule.
- Which ages and needs do you work with?Ask about experience with your rider’s specific condition.
- Is a licensed PT, OT or speech therapist involved?Therapist-led hippotherapy is usually the only kind insurance may cover.
- What does a session cost, and are there scholarships?Many nonprofit programs offer sliding scales or sponsored spots.
- Do you have a mounting ramp or lift?Important for riders who use a wheelchair or need help mounting.