Cloud Dancers Therapeutic Horsemanship Program, Inc.
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Cloud Dancers Therapeutic Horsemanship Program is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Albuquerque's North Valley, New Mexico. It provides equine-assisted activities through riding, vaulting and ground programs for people with physical, cognitive, emotional and social needs. Its motto is "Improving Lives with Every Ride."
- Therapeutic riding
- Vaulting
- Ground work and horsemanship education
- Equine-assisted learning (EAL)
- Equine-assisted psychotherapy (EAP)
- Workshops
- Children
- Teens
- Adults
- Seniors
- People with physical disabilities
- People with cognitive or developmental needs
- People with emotional or social needs
More about this center
About the Program
According to its website, Cloud Dancers has been a member center of PATH Intl. since 1999, and all of its instructors are PATH certified. Instructors design horse activities around cognitive, behavioral, emotional and physical goals while teaching riding, vaulting and ground skills. Read more about therapeutic riding.
The Groundworks New Mexico nonprofit directory describes three main offerings. Therapeutic riding sessions are tailored to each rider and use games on horseback to build balance, core strength, coordination and confidence. Vaulting lessons involve gymnastic movement on a moving horse. Horsemanship education covers horse care, grooming, tacking and anatomy. The website also announces new EAL and EAP programs and upcoming workshops.
The center's GuideStar profile says Cloud Dancers operates year round.
Volunteering
The center says it is looking for volunteers to assist in lessons, help with horse care and take on administrative roles such as marketing and social media.
History
IRS records show the organization received its tax exemption in 1986, and it has been a PATH Intl. member center since 1999.
Location
Cloud Dancers is at 9629 2nd St NW in Albuquerque's North Valley (ZIP 87114). Its mailing address is PO Box 14058, Albuquerque, NM 87191. Groundworks New Mexico lists its service area as Bernalillo, Sandoval and Valencia counties.
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Common Questions
Answered from the center’s own website and public records.
What ages does Cloud Dancers serve?
The Adaptive Rec Hub listing shows programs for children, teens, adults and seniors.
How do I sign up or ask about costs?
Call the center at (505) 926-1426 or contact it through its website to ask about openings and current rates.
Can I volunteer?
Yes. The center recruits volunteers to help in lessons, care for the horses and support office work such as marketing and social media.
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87114
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.