Schuylkill County Therapeutic Riding Program
Auburn, Pennsylvania
The Schuylkill County Therapeutic Riding Program (S.C.T.R.P.) offers horseback riding for children and adults with physical, mental and emotional disabilities. It is based in Auburn, Pennsylvania, and operates under Avenues, a human service nonprofit in Schuylkill County.
- Therapeutic horseback riding
- Riding for children and adults
- Children with disabilities
- Adults with disabilities
More about this center
About the Program
Avenues is a private nonprofit based in Pottsville that serves people with developmental, physical and other disabilities in Schuylkill, Carbon and Northumberland counties. Avenues lists the riding program as providing horseback riding for people with disabilities since 1985.
The riding program says it works to empower people with disabilities through therapeutic programs and to build a supportive setting that encourages personal growth and community involvement. Families comparing options can read our guides to therapeutic riding and how to choose a center.
Supporting the Program
The program raises money for the care of its horses, including a donation campaign for the horses' spring veterinary visits, and it holds fundraisers such as raffles. Updates and fundraising news are posted on its Facebook page.
Getting Started
To ask about lessons, eligibility, cost or schedules, email the program at sctrppa@outlook.com or call Avenues at (570) 622-7920.
Location
The program lists its address as 2617 Fair Road, Auburn, PA 17922, in Schuylkill County. Its parent organization, Avenues, is based at 2 Park Street, Pottsville, PA 17901.
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Common Questions
Answered from the center’s own website and public records.
Who can take part?
The program offers horseback riding for children and adults with physical, mental and emotional disabilities. Contact the program to ask about eligibility for a specific rider.
How do I sign up or ask about cost?
Email sctrppa@outlook.com or call Avenues at (570) 622-7920 for information about enrolling, current rates and lesson times.
How can I support the program?
The program accepts donations toward the care of its horses and holds fundraisers such as raffles. Its Facebook page posts current fundraising news.
Location
Auburn, Pennsylvania 17922
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.