Renew Therapeutic Riding Center
Holland, Michigan
Renew Therapeutic Riding Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit on a 20-acre farm in Holland, Michigan. It offers therapeutic riding, speech therapy that uses the horse's movement, and ground-based programs.
- Therapeutic riding lessons
- Speech Camp (speech therapy with horses)
- Standing Watch for military and first responders
- Hoofbeats of Hope grief groups and camps
- Renewing Trust for foster and adopted children
- Reading Wranglers literacy program
- Group outings and team building
- Summer camps
- Children and adults with disabilities
- People with communication disorders
- Service members and first responders
- Grieving children and families
- Foster and adopted children
- Adults over 65
- School, community and corporate groups
More about this center
About the Program
Renew says it is a Premier Accredited Center with PATH International and describes itself as the only accredited therapeutic riding center in West Michigan. See our guide to PATH Intl. for what accreditation means.
Therapeutic riding runs in six-week sessions with one 45-minute lesson per week and 2 to 6 riders per lesson. The website says its certified professional staff build each rider's life goals into lessons. Lessons are listed Monday through Thursday, 9 am to 8 pm, and Saturday, 9 am to noon.
Speech therapy is offered in partnership with Macauley Therapy Services. The website names licensed speech-language pathologist Dr. Beth Macauley and lists a Speech Camp for children age four and up and adults with communication disorders.
History
According to its website, special education teacher Jodi Geerlings founded the program in 2009 as A Touch of Hope and Healing. It took the Renew name in 2010, bought its current farm in 2018 and moved there in 2020, adding an indoor arena and later a 24-stall barn.
Location
Renew is at 5080 146th Ave., Holland, MI 49423, on Holland's south side. Its website says it serves Holland, Zeeland, Hamilton and Allegan.
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Common Questions
Answered from the center’s own website and public records.
How do I get started?
The website asks new families to schedule a farm tour through its online form. Program questions go to programs@renewtrc.org or 616-227-3639 ext. 3.
How much does therapeutic riding cost?
The website lists a six-week session of therapeutic riding lessons at $240. Scholarships are available; the site asks families to apply at least two weeks before a session starts. See our guide to equine therapy costs.
Are there programs for veterans and first responders?
Yes. Standing Watch is offered at no cost on a limited basis to active duty, reserve and guard members and first responders. Email programs@renewtrc.org to check eligibility.
Can I volunteer?
Yes. The website invites volunteers who embrace its mission and have a passion for helping riders and the community. Contact info@renewtrc.org or 616-227-3639.
Location
Holland, Michigan 49423
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.