Midwest Therapeutic Riding Program, Inc.
Union Grove, Wisconsin
Midwest Therapeutic Riding Program (MTRP) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Union Grove, Wisconsin. It offers adaptive horseback riding plus occupational and speech-language therapy that uses horses, for children with special needs ages 2½ to 18. It serves families in southeastern Wisconsin and northeastern Illinois.
- Adaptive horseback riding
- Hippotherapy within occupational and speech-language therapy
- Occupational therapy
- Speech-language therapy
- Year-round lessons in an indoor arena
- Group presentations and tours
- Children and teens ages 2½ to 18 with special needs
- Children with autism spectrum disorder
- Children with Down syndrome
- Children with developmental delay
- Children with spina bifida
- Children with traumatic brain injury
- Children with learning or language disabilities
More about this center
About the Program
MTRP's mission is "improving the lives of children with special needs through equine facilitated activities." Stephanie Kubarth founded the program in 1998 and is its director. MTRP says it is a member of PATH Intl..
Adaptive riding lessons are taught by PATH Intl. registered instructors. Lessons work on life skills and IEP goals, and riders learn to control the horse themselves.
Hippotherapy is a separate service. MTRP's on-site pediatric occupational therapy and speech-language practice uses horse movement as a treatment tool in some care plans, led by licensed therapists. Therapy services require a physician's referral.
Getting Started
Each child is evaluated individually, and a physician's release is required for every riding and hippotherapy client. Sessions are usually once a week for 30 minutes, and there is no set program length, so riders may stay for a few months or several years. The program says a waiting list is common.
Lessons run year-round in an indoor arena. Sessions are cancelled when Kenosha Unified School District closes for snow or during Kenosha County heat advisories. Helmets are required for every rider. The program lends helmets, and families who buy their own need an ASTM/SEI-approved riding helmet.
Supporting MTRP
The program holds a Boots and Bling fundraiser at its stable and welcomes donations through its website. It also offers presentations and tours for clubs and community groups.
Location
MTRP's stable is at 1451 172nd Avenue, Union Grove, WI 53182. The program serves families from southeastern Wisconsin and northeastern Illinois.
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Common Questions
Answered from the center’s own website and public records.
What ages does MTRP serve?
The program works with children and teens with special needs ages 2½ to 18. It does not serve adults.
How do we get started?
Call (262) 859-2240 or use the contact form on the website. Each child is evaluated individually, a physician's release is required, and therapy services need a physician's referral. A waiting list is common.
How much does it cost?
MTRP works with several third-party funding sources and accepts grants and scholarships from other organizations. Call (262) 859-2240 or email midwesttherapeutic@gmail.com to ask about current rates and options.
How often are sessions?
Sessions are usually 30 minutes once a week, year-round in an indoor arena.
Location
Union Grove, Wisconsin 53182
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.