Equestrian Center at Beverly Farm
Godfrey, Illinois
The Equestrian Center at Beverly Farm is the horse program of Beverly Farm Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Godfrey, Illinois, that creates homes and opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The center offers equine-assisted activities, riding lessons, camps and a Special Olympics team for residents and community members.
- Equine-assisted activities
- English and Western riding lessons
- Exceptional Equestrian Camp
- Summer riding day camps
- Barn Buddies for ages 4 to 6
- Special Olympics equestrian team
- Volunteering and internships
- Children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Beverly Farm residents
- Community riders
More about this center
About the Program
According to its website, the center's equine-assisted activities build confidence, communication and emotional awareness for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The site calls it a PATH Intl. Equestrian Center. It does not mention hippotherapy or licensed therapists, so this is not a clinical therapy program. Our guide to PATH Intl. explains what PATH affiliation can mean.
The center also runs English and Western riding lessons for children and adults at many skill levels. Barn Buddies is a series of four Saturday-morning sessions for ages 4 to 6 on horse care and barn safety.
Camps and Special Olympics
The Exceptional Equestrian Camp is a summer day camp only for people with disabilities, with activities and a riding lesson each day. Contact the center for current dates and fees.
The Special Olympics team trains and competes at regional and state competitions, with coaching in showmanship, English, stock seat and trail. Community members who do not live at Beverly Farm may be accepted at the coach's discretion if they are enrolled in lessons for the season. The website notes that travel and show fees may apply.
Location
The center is on the Beverly Farm campus at 6301 Humbert Road, Godfrey, IL 62035. The website lists equestrian hours as Monday to Thursday 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Friday and Saturday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., but shows other hours elsewhere, so call ahead.
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Common Questions
Answered from the center’s own website and public records.
How do I sign up?
The website does not list enrollment steps. Contact the barn office at (618) 530-5987 or equestriancenter@beverlyfarm.org, or request a tour online.
How much do lessons and equine-assisted activities cost?
Call (618) 530-5987 to ask about current rates. See our guide to equine therapy costs.
Do I have to live at Beverly Farm to take part?
No. The website says lessons and camps are open to community riders, who may also join the Special Olympics team at the coach's discretion.
Does the center offer hippotherapy?
Its website does not list hippotherapy or therapy led by licensed clinicians.
Location
Godfrey, Illinois 62035
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.