Crossing Bridges Therapeutic Riding Center
Grants Pass, Oregon
Crossing Bridges Therapeutic Riding Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Grants Pass, Oregon, serving riders ages 3 and up in the Rogue Valley. It offers therapeutic riding lessons for people with physical or developmental disabilities, people living with mental illness, at-risk youth and riders without disabilities. The center says it serves more than 100 students in lessons each week.
- Therapeutic riding lessons
- Individualized lessons by age and ability
- Horse care and grooming before and after rides
- Partial and full scholarships
- Volunteer opportunities
- Children and adults ages 3 and up
- People with physical disabilities
- People with developmental or cognitive disabilities, including autism and Down syndrome
- People living with mental illness
- At-risk youth
- Riders without disabilities
More about this center
About the Program
Lessons are tailored to each student's age and ability. According to its website, riders play games on horseback using dice, balls, rings, bean bags, a drawing board and egg-and-spoon races, and learn riding patterns that build memory and riding skills. Students also help get their horse ready before the ride and care for it afterward.
The center lists a strict non-discrimination policy and says it aims to be a place where every student feels welcome, safe and respected.
The Horses and Staff
Jennifer Clark is the executive director and head instructor. Her staff page says she holds a Therapeutic Riding Certification through PATH Intl. and a bachelor's degree in early childhood development. Kylie Carpenter is a full-time riding instructor, and the staff page lists seven part-time instructors. Volunteers also help with lessons.
The Meet Our Horses page lists 12 horses, including Paints, Quarter Horses, Welsh ponies, Gypsy Vanners and Belgian/Thoroughbred crosses.
Getting Started
New riders fill out the Rider Information Forms posted on the center's program page, then contact Jennifer Clark at (541) 441-7945 or jennifer@crossingbridgestrc.org to ask about openings and current rates.
The center gives about 45 partial or full scholarships each session, and families who need help with the cost can fill out the scholarship application on its website. Donors can also sponsor a student or a horse.
Location
Crossing Bridges is at 6377 Monument Drive, Grants Pass, OR 97526, and serves families across the Rogue Valley. Its mailing address is PO Box 2276, Grants Pass, OR 97528.
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Common Questions
Answered from the center’s own website and public records.
How do I sign up for lessons?
Complete the Rider Information Forms on the center's website and call Jennifer Clark at (541) 441-7945 or email jennifer@crossingbridgestrc.org to ask about openings.
What ages does Crossing Bridges serve?
The center serves students ages 3 and up, including adults.
How much do lessons cost?
Call (541) 441-7945 for current rates. Partial and full scholarships are available each session, and families who need help with the cost can apply.
Does the center offer hippotherapy?
Crossing Bridges offers therapeutic riding lessons led by riding instructors. For therapy led by a licensed PT, OT or speech therapist, see our guide to hippotherapy.
Location
Grants Pass, Oregon 97526
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.