Healing Through Horses is a nonprofit equine-assisted services organization based in Chino Hills, California, dedicated to enriching the lives of children and adults with special needs through therapeutic horseback riding and equine-assisted activities. The organization believes that the unique partnership between horses and people can promote physical, emotional, cognitive, and social development while fostering confidence, independence, and personal growth.
Since its founding, Healing Through Horses has created opportunities for individuals of varying abilities to experience the many benefits of horseback riding in a safe, supportive, and encouraging environment. Through individualized instruction, trained volunteers, and carefully selected therapy horses, the organization helps participants achieve meaningful goals while building lasting relationships with horses.
About This Program
Healing Through Horses provides therapeutic riding and equine-assisted activities designed to improve participants’ quality of life through structured interaction with horses. Programs are tailored to each rider’s unique abilities and goals, helping individuals develop balance, coordination, strength, communication skills, confidence, and emotional well-being.
The organization combines adaptive riding instruction with horsemanship education, allowing participants to gain hands-on experience in horse care, grooming, and stable activities in addition to mounted riding. This comprehensive approach encourages responsibility, independence, and meaningful personal achievement.
Services Offered
- Therapeutic horseback riding
- Adaptive riding lessons
- Equine-assisted activities
- Horsemanship education
- Horse grooming and care instruction
- Groundwork and horse handling activities
- Individualized riding instruction
- Volunteer-supported therapeutic riding programs
- Community outreach and educational opportunities
Who They Serve
- Children with disabilities
- Teens and adults with disabilities
- Individuals with physical disabilities
- Individuals with developmental disabilities
- Individuals with cognitive or learning challenges
- Riders who benefit from adaptive instruction
- Families seeking therapeutic equine experiences
- Individuals looking to build confidence and independence through horses
Facility and Setting
Healing Through Horses operates in Chino Hills, California, offering a peaceful ranch environment where participants can safely interact with horses while enjoying the benefits of therapeutic riding and equine-assisted activities. The facility provides riding arenas, barns, and dedicated spaces for horsemanship instruction and horse care.
The welcoming atmosphere encourages participants to progress at their own pace while building meaningful relationships with horses. The natural setting supports relaxation, learning, and personal development for riders of all ages and abilities.
What Makes Them Unique
Healing Through Horses stands out for its commitment to providing individualized equine-assisted services that focus on each participant’s unique strengths, abilities, and goals. The organization emphasizes creating meaningful partnerships between horses and riders while promoting physical, emotional, and social growth through structured equine experiences.
Its nonprofit mission, dedicated volunteers, and inclusive community create an environment where participants can experience the transformative benefits of therapeutic horseback riding while developing confidence, independence, and lifelong skills.