Calgary Therapeutic Riding Association
Rocky View County, Alberta
Calgary Therapeutic Riding Association (CTRA), formerly 4:13 Therapeutic Riding, describes itself as a volunteer-run registered charity. It offers therapeutic riding lessons and summer day camps at Marit Stables, north of Cochrane in Rocky View County, Alberta. Its programs are for children, youth and adults with physical, cognitive, emotional or developmental challenges.
- Therapeutic riding
- Group lessons (1 hour)
- Summer therapeutic riding day camps
- Children
- Youth
- Adults
- People with physical disabilities
- People with cognitive or developmental disabilities
- People with emotional challenges
More about this center
About the Program
CTRA's group lessons last one hour and are taught by CanTRA-certified instructors. Lessons run on Sundays and Wednesdays in the spring and fall sessions, and the association also holds therapeutic riding day camps in the summer.
The program aims to help riders build strength, balance, coordination, confidence and independence, along with social connection.
The Horses
The Meet the Herd page lists five horses: Finn, Cleo, Hank, Freckles and Sylvie. CTRA says its horses are chosen for their patience and kind temperament.
Volunteering
Volunteers work as side walkers and horse leaders in lessons, help with feeding, grooming and schooling the horses, and support fundraising campaigns. No horse experience is needed, and volunteers under 18 are welcome.
To apply, complete the online volunteer form, then email the signed CTRA Volunteer Code of Conduct and Marit waiver to volunteer.ctra@gmail.com. Adult volunteers need a Vulnerable Sector Check, and the volunteer coordinator explains how to get one.
Location
Lessons take place at Marit Stables, 41040 Big Hill Springs Road, Rocky View County, Alberta T0M 1L0. The association describes the stable as about 10 minutes north of Cochrane on Highway 22.
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Common Questions
Answered from the center’s own website and public records.
How do I register a rider?
Email rider inquiries to register.ctra@gmail.com. General questions go to information.ctra@gmail.com.
When are lessons held?
Group lessons run on Sundays and Wednesdays during the spring and fall sessions. Summer day camps run in the summer.
How much do lessons cost?
Email register.ctra@gmail.com to ask about current lesson and camp fees. Our guide to equine therapy costs explains typical pricing.
Do I need horse experience to volunteer?
No. CTRA says no riding or horse care experience is needed, and minors can volunteer.
Location
Rocky View County, Alberta T0M 1L0
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.