Therapeutic Riding Association of Ottawa-Carleton
Greely, Ontario
The Therapeutic Riding Association of Ottawa Carleton (TROtt) is a registered charity in Greely, Ontario, in the south end of Ottawa, that has offered therapeutic riding for more than 50 years. It runs adaptive riding, para-dressage and Special Olympics riding, ground-based horse programs and a summer camp for people with physical, mental or developmental disabilities or injuries. TROtt received CanTRA accreditation in February 2010.
- Adaptive (therapeutic) riding lessons
- Para-dressage coaching and competition
- Special Olympics riding team
- Ground-based equine-assisted learning sessions
- One-on-one equine-assisted therapy with a therapist
- Barn Buddies weekly group
- Horse Power for Seniors (ages 55+)
- Summer camp in July and August
- Children and adults with physical disabilities
- People with developmental disabilities
- People with mental health needs
- People recovering from injuries
- Adults 55 and older
- Community groups and organizations
More about this center
Riding at TROtt
Therapeutic riding lessons are taught by accredited instructors with help from trained volunteers, with no more than four riders per class. Classes focus on riding skills, development, or a combination of both. Riders who want to compete can join the para-dressage program, working toward shows and level certifications with certified coaches, or the Special Olympics team, which meets monthly and competes in person and online.
Lessons run in four blocks: January to March, March to June, July to August, and September to December. A lesson is $75 per rider, and the intake assessment is $125, or $200 with a physiotherapist.
Ground-Based Sessions
Unmounted sessions led by certified Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) coaches use grooming, games and communication with the horses. They are offered one-on-one or for small and large groups, at $75 per participant per session. A licensed therapist also offers one-on-one equine-assisted therapy sessions focused on self-awareness, emotional regulation and interpersonal skills, at $200 per session.
Weekly options include Barn Buddies, a Tuesday afternoon group (4:30 to 6 pm) on horse care and barn work, and Men's Shed, a Tuesday morning group (10 am to noon) that works on projects around the farm. Horse Power for Seniors is a six-week program for people 55 and older, meeting once a week for 1.5 hours, with grooming, leading horses and trivia. No horse experience is needed. Ground-based questions go to eal@ottawatherapeuticriding.ca.
The Horses and Staff
The herd of about 15 horses includes Quarter Horses, Haflingers, Welsh and Welsh-cross horses, an American Paint, an Arabian/Mustang cross, a Clydesdale/Warmblood cross and two miniature horses.
Andrea Stuhec-Leonard is the executive director and a PATH Intl. Certified Instructor. The riding team includes CanTRA-certified instructors, among them Riding Program Coordinator Shawna Carlton, a CanTRA Senior Instructor and Equestrian Canada competition coach.
Location
TROtt is at 6362 Bank St., Unit 1, Greely, Ontario K4P 1J4. Visitors are welcome; call (613) 821-1844 to schedule a visit.
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Common Questions
Answered from the center’s own website and public records.
How do I sign up for riding lessons?
Apply online, then have a doctor complete a referral, which every rider needs. After an assessment, with or without a physiotherapist, TROtt places the rider in a lesson spot when one opens. Riding questions go to riderintake@ottawatherapeuticriding.ca.
How much do programs cost?
Riding lessons and ground-based sessions are $75 each, and one-on-one equine-assisted therapy is $200 per session. For group, seniors' and camp pricing, call (613) 821-1844.
Is there a summer camp?
Yes. Summer camp runs through July and August with riding and ground-based horse activities and a 1:1 or 1:2 staff ratio. Email camps@ottawatherapeuticriding.ca.
Can I volunteer?
Yes. Volunteers must be at least 14, commit to a weekly two-hour shift, provide their own transportation and complete training; those 18 and older need a police record check. Email volcoord@ottawatherapeuticriding.ca.
Location
Greely, Ontario K4P 1J4
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.