Therapeutic Riding Center of Huntington Beach
Huntington Beach, California
Therapeutic Riding Center (TRC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based at the Huntington Central Park Equestrian Center in Huntington Beach, California, with a second site in Long Beach. It offers therapeutic riding lessons, unmounted equine learning and equine-assisted psychotherapy for children and adults with physical, developmental or emotional needs. Its website describes TRC as a PATH Intl. member and counts it among Orange County's PATH-accredited centers.
- Therapeutic riding lessons (group and private)
- Unmounted equine learning program
- Equine-assisted psychotherapy with mental health professionals
- Equine therapy groups with local mental health facilities
- Horses on the Move school and group visits
- Volunteer opportunities
- Children and adults
- People with physical challenges
- People with developmental challenges
- People with emotional needs
- Autistic and neurodiverse youth
- Riders from Orange and Los Angeles counties
More about this center
About the Program
According to its website, TRC was founded in 1990 by community volunteers led by David Allen, starting with one horse. It says it was certified through NARHA (now PATH Intl.) in 1992 and became a 501(c)(3) the same year.
Huntington Beach lessons take place in a private arena at Huntington Central Park Equestrian Center. Classes run weekly and last about 45 minutes. TRC says it served over 140 students per week at its Huntington Beach site by the end of 2025. Its equine-assisted psychotherapy is led by mental health professionals working with equine specialists.
Getting Started
New riders start with an evaluation ride, listed at $75 and nonrefundable, then submit a new student application. The Program Director then contacts families to set lesson days and times. TRC lists a 200 lb rider weight limit.
As listed, group lessons are $500 and private lessons are $800 per 8-week session, with five sessions a year. TRC says it accepts some Regional Center funding through approved Financial Management Services. See our guide to equine therapy costs.
Volunteering
Volunteers help with grooming, cleaning tack, side-walking and leading horses. TRC says volunteers receive an orientation and work under PATH-certified instructors.
Location
TRC is at 18381 Goldenwest Street, Huntington Beach, CA 92648, inside Huntington Central Park Equestrian Center. Its website also lists a second location at 1003 W Carson Street, Long Beach, CA 90810, and says it serves children and adults from Orange and Los Angeles counties six days a week.
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Common Questions
Answered from the center’s own website and public records.
How do we get started at TRC?
Contact TRC at (714) 848-0966 or info@trchb.org to schedule an evaluation ride. If the evaluation goes well, you submit a new student application and the Program Director schedules lessons.
How much do lessons cost?
As listed on its website, the evaluation is $75, and group and private lessons are $500 and $800 per 8-week session. Some Regional Center funding is accepted through approved Financial Management Services.
Are there age or weight requirements?
TRC says its students are of every age and skill level. It lists a maximum rider weight of 200 lbs.
When are lessons held?
Lessons are weekly and about 45 minutes long. The website lists Huntington Beach class hours Monday through Saturday and Long Beach hours Tuesday through Saturday.
Location
Huntington Beach, California 92648
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.