Beyond Balance, Inc.
Pemberton, New Jersey
Beyond Balance, Inc. is a volunteer-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Pemberton, New Jersey, that offers horseback riding and related equine-assisted activities for people with special needs. According to its website, it serves riders from New Jersey, Pennsylvania and nearby areas. It is listed in the PATH Intl. directory as a Center Member.
- Mounted lessons (therapeutic and adaptive riding, including preparing the horse to ride)
- Ground lessons focused on horsemanship and bonding with the horse
- Equine-assisted learning
- Grooming and tacking
- Community outreach visits to groups and facilities
- Children and adults with special needs
- People with autism
- People with Down syndrome, developmental delays or intellectual disabilities
- People with learning disabilities
- People with emotional, behavioral or mental health needs
- At-risk youth
- Riders not yet ready to ride, including those with a fear of horses
More about this center
About the Program
In mounted lessons, the participant rides and learns to prepare the horse for riding while building riding skills. Ground lessons are offered for people for whom riding may not be appropriate yet, whether because of behavioral concerns, certain physical restrictions or fear, and focus on horsemanship. Staff will also visit groups and facilities that want to learn about equine-assisted activities.
Beyond Balance is a PATH Intl. Member Center. The program runs on a privately owned farm, so the center asks visitors to call ahead to arrange a meeting with a staff member.
The Staff and History
The website says Melissa Palmer, Missy Rush and Susy Berg founded Beyond Balance and obtained nonprofit status in October 2006. Missy Rush, the center's PATH Intl. contact, is listed on the website as a co-executive director, a certified PATH Intl. instructor and a board certified behavior analyst.
Volunteering
The center is run by volunteers. Through a partnership with the Lenape Regional High School District's Sequoia Alternative Program, students spend 10 weeks helping with barn, horse and field care and learning about therapeutic riding, according to the school's program page.
Getting Started
New riders complete a registration packet, available as a PDF on the website or by calling (609) 969-8899, and mail it to the farm. Current participants renew their forms every year. The website lists a one-time $75 evaluation fee and $35 per class, with classes usually prepaid for a session of about 10 weeks. See our guide to equine therapy costs for comparison.
Location
Beyond Balance lists its address as 211 Arney's Mount Rd., Pemberton, NJ 08068, on a privately owned farm near Mount Holly. Call ahead before visiting.
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Common Questions
Answered from the center’s own website and public records.
How do I enroll a rider?
Download the registration packet from the website or call (609) 969-8899 to request one, then mail the completed forms to the farm. An evaluation comes first.
What does it cost?
The website lists a one-time $75 evaluation fee and $35 per class, usually paid for a session of about 10 weeks. Call to confirm current rates.
Can someone who is not ready to ride take part?
Yes. The center offers ground lessons focused on horsemanship for people who are not ready to ride.
How can I volunteer?
The center says it is volunteer-based and welcomes volunteers. Contact info@beyondbalance.org or (609) 969-8899.
Location
Pemberton, New Jersey 08068
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.