Freedom Farm
Waverly, Minnesota
Freedom Farm is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit therapeutic riding center in Waverly, Minnesota. It lists adaptive riding for individuals with special needs, a no-fee horsemanship program for military veterans, and horse programs for teens and adults.
- Adaptive riding
- Mount Up~Walk On veterans program
- Hope & Healing with Horses
- Six-week high school program
- Walking in Freedom
- Horsemanship and grooming
- Individuals with special needs
- Military veterans
- Teens
- Adults
More about this center
About the Program
According to its website, Freedom Farm was opened in 2000 by Susie Bjorklund. IRS records list it as a 501(c)(3) organization. The farm says 80% of its costs are met through fundraising, grants and individual and corporate giving.
Its therapeutic riding program, Adaptive Riding, is described as working on confidence, posture, coordination, muscle strength, balance and focus. Hope & Healing with Horses, for teens and adults, teaches grooming and safe riding and aims to develop trust, improve mindfulness and communication, and reduce anxiety. The program page uses faith-based language.
Veterans and Teens
Mount Up~Walk On offers veterans small-group time together, horsemanship skills from beginner to advanced, and a place to volunteer. The website says there is no fee for any veteran in this program. See our guide to equine therapy for veterans.
Both site pages list Walking in Freedom for veterans. Its program page says "For Veterans and Teens," while the programs page lists veterans and first responders and youth ages 15 to 18. A six-week high school program meets once a week, with school transportation.
The Horses and Staff
The website lists 12 horses on a 20-acre facility. Its staff page lists Executive Director Susie Bjorklund with her individual credentials as a PATH Certified Instructor and Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning. Barn and lesson staff are also listed. Volunteers attend a training each year and must be 14 to serve as a leader.
Location
Freedom Farm is at 11500 Ferman Ave SW, Waverly, MN 55390. Directions are posted on its website.
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Common Questions
Answered from the center’s own website and public records.
How do I sign up for adaptive riding?
The website says to call 952-955-2505 for a phone interview, then complete and submit the Adaptive Riding forms. Once accepted, the rider is placed in the next available session.
How much does it cost?
The website lists $570 per student for the six-week high school program, and no fee for veterans in Mount Up~Walk On. Call 952-955-2505 to ask about current rates. Our equine therapy costs guide has general context.
Does Freedom Farm offer hippotherapy?
Its website does not list hippotherapy.
How can I contact Freedom Farm?
Call 952-955-2505 or email info@freedomfarmmn.org.
Location
Waverly, Minnesota 55390
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.