BITS of Freedom
Beulah, Colorado
BITS of Freedom is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Beulah, Colorado, that offers equine-assisted therapeutic riding for people with physical or developmental special needs. Its website says it serves riders of all ages and abilities in Pueblo, Fremont and Otero Counties. It also runs a Horse Powered Reading program for children.
- Equine-assisted therapeutic riding
- Horse Powered Reading (literacy program)
- Outdoor recreation programs
- Volunteer program
- Scholarships
- Children and teens with special needs
- Adults with special needs
- People with physical disabilities
- People with developmental disabilities
- Beginning and struggling readers
- Riders of all ages and abilities
More about this center
About the Program
The organization's mission page states a goal to "improve the quality of life for individuals with special needs through the power of the horse." The website says its riding program supports physical, cognitive, emotional and social development and is offered with PATH-certified instruction. It lists more than 45 riders served each year and more than 2,000 lesson hours provided.
A September 2025 Colorado Outdoors article describes sessions held several days a week in an arena with a view of the Wet Mountains, with a wheelchair-accessible ramp for mounting. According to the article, a Colorado Parks and Wildlife Outdoor Equity Grant supports the riding sessions.
Horse Powered Reading
In Horse Powered Reading, children read aloud to the horses to build reading skills and confidence. The website says the program suits beginning readers and children who struggle with literacy, and instructors tailor sessions to each child.
Volunteering and Community
Volunteers groom and tack horses, lead horses in sessions, support riders and help with office tasks. The website does not list horse experience as a requirement and says training is provided. The organization also holds community events, including a Kentucky Derby Party and a Poker Run in the Pasture, and the Colorado Outdoors article describes an annual Special Partners Rodeo.
Location
BITS of Freedom is based in Beulah, Colorado, in Pueblo County west of Pueblo. Its website says it serves Pueblo, Fremont and Otero Counties. Contact the program for directions.
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Common Questions
Answered from the center’s own website and public records.
How do I enroll a rider?
The program page on the BITS of Freedom website links to an enrollment form, which includes a scholarship application. Contact the program through its website with questions.
How much does it cost?
The website says scholarships are available so finances do not limit access. See our guide to equine therapy costs.
Who can ride?
The website describes the riding program as open to individuals of all ages and abilities, with a focus on people with special needs. No specific requirements are published.
Can I volunteer?
Yes. The website has a volunteer sign-up form, offers flexible schedules and does not list prior horse experience as a requirement.
Location
Beulah, Colorado 81023
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.