Reins of Hope at Le Bocage
Lake Charles, Louisiana
Reins of Hope at Le Bocage is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit therapeutic riding program based at The Stables at Le Bocage in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Its website says it offers therapeutic riding and equine-assisted activities for clients with physical, emotional, educational or social challenges in Southwest Louisiana. In April 2026 it announced Second Stride, a free program for veterans and first responders.
- Therapeutic riding
- Equine-assisted activities
- Private and group one-hour lessons
- Second Stride program for veterans and first responders
- Children ages 4 and up
- Adults
- People with physical, emotional, educational or social challenges
- Military veterans
- First responders
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About the Program
According to its website, Reins of Hope's mission is to "enrich and empower the lives of our clients through equine-assisted activities," with sessions customized to each client. The site says the program is accredited by PATH Intl. and that its instructors hold PATH Intl. certification. Program Coordinator Jeanne Dennis is listed as a PATH International Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor and Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning.
Reins of Hope is its own nonprofit, separate from the stables that host it.
Getting Started
The website says riders must be at least 4 years old, with weight limits reviewed case by case. New riders register online, then bring the required forms, including a physician's statement, to an intake session. An ASTM-approved helmet is required, and the program provides equipment.
As listed on its website, lessons cost $65 each, with a $65 new rider fee at intake. See our guide to equine therapy costs for context.
Second Stride for Veterans and First Responders
KPLC reported in April 2026 that Second Stride is free for military veterans and first responders, with seed funding from a Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry Equine Promotion and Research Grant. For enrollment, KPLC points to the Reins of Hope at LeBocage Facebook page or 337-764-9523. Read more about equine therapy for veterans.
Location
Reins of Hope is located at The Stables at Le Bocage, 4550 Southpark Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70607, according to its website. The stables' website describes a 100-acre property minutes from I-10 and I-210, about a mile south of McNeese State University.
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Common Questions
Answered from the center’s own website and public records.
How do I sign up?
Register through the website's Become a Rider page, and staff will contact you to schedule intake. If you hear nothing within 72 hours, the site says to email jeanne.dennis@lebocagestables.com.
How much does it cost?
As listed on the website, lessons are $65 each plus a $65 intake fee.
How do I contact the program?
Call Jeanne Dennis at 337-764-9523 or email jeanne.dennis@lebocagestables.com, as listed on the contact page.
Location
Lake Charles, Louisiana 70607
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.