Prince George Therapeutic Riding Association
Prince George, British Columbia
Prince George Therapeutic Riding Association (PGTRA) is a registered charity in Prince George, British Columbia, that provides therapeutic and recreational horseback riding for children and adults with physical, mental or emotional disabilities. Its programs are therapy riding, dressage and cart driving, delivered by certified instructors and a team of volunteers.
- Therapeutic riding
- Dressage (independent riding)
- Cart driving
- Recreational riding
- Children with disabilities
- Adults with disabilities
- People with physical disabilities
- People with mental or emotional disabilities
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About the Program
A group of parents and their children founded PGTRA in 1992. The association says its riding complements other forms of treatment and focuses on the ability of each rider. It is a registered Canadian charity (charity number 886773837RR0001).
The therapeutic riding program works on confidence, body awareness, muscle strength and flexibility. Dressage is an independent riding program aimed at strength, balance and focus, and cart driving works on motor control, problem-solving and teamwork. Lessons run in 8-week sessions, and the association welcomes visitors to come and watch.
The Horses and Staff
Connie Taylor is the head instructor, and Barb Warkentine is president of the volunteer board. The herd has five horses, including Spirit, a Paint gelding, and Tramp, a gentle red roan Quarter Horse mare suited to beginners who serves as the lift horse. Mary, a draft-type Canadian Warmblood mare, suits larger riders.
Volunteering
Volunteers groom and tack horses, lead or side-walk during lessons, care for equipment and help with fundraising events. Volunteers must be 16 or older (a parent or guardian signs for those under 18) and complete a criminal record check. Orientation and training are provided, and volunteers are asked to commit to a full 8-week session where they can.
Location
Lessons take place at the riding arena at 4199 18th Avenue, Prince George, BC V2N 4T7. The association's mailing address is 1133 Goose Country Road, Prince George, BC V2K 5S6.
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Common Questions
Answered from the center’s own website and public records.
How do I register a rider?
Contact the association by email at pgtra1@gmail.com or by phone at (250) 649-8410 to ask about openings in the next 8-week session.
Who can ride at PGTRA?
The program serves children and adults with physical, mental or emotional disabilities.
How much do lessons cost?
Call (250) 649-8410 or email pgtra1@gmail.com to ask about current rates. Our guide to equine therapy costs explains what affects pricing.
How old do volunteers need to be?
Volunteers must be at least 16, and those under 18 need a parent or guardian to sign for them. All volunteers complete a criminal record check.
Location
Prince George, British Columbia V2N 4T7
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.