Reindancer Therapeutic Riding Center
New Egypt, New Jersey
Reindancer Therapeutic Riding Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based at Laurita Equestrian Center in New Egypt, in Plumsted Township, New Jersey. It offers therapeutic riding, equine-assisted learning and equine-assisted psychotherapy for children, teens, adults and seniors with emotional, physical, cognitive and social special needs.
- Therapeutic horseback riding
- Equine-assisted learning
- Equine-assisted psychotherapy
- Traditional riding lessons
- Summer camp
- Field trips and group programs
- Schooling shows and clinics
- Children and adolescents
- Adults and seniors
- People with physical disabilities
- People with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including autism and Down syndrome
- People with cerebral palsy
- Veterans and others living with PTSD or trauma
- People facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief or family conflict
- School, Scout, church, military and business groups
More about this center
About the Program
Laurita Equestrian Center, a riding facility that also offers lessons, training, camps, boarding and competitions, describes itself as the home of the Reindancer Therapeutic Riding Program. According to Jersey Cares, Reindancer's programs are developed by a licensed clinical social worker and run year-round.
Ocean ResourceNet lists equine-assisted psychotherapy among its services, with focus areas that include anxiety, depression, ADHD, anger management, grief and loss, trauma and PTSD, and family conflict. The center also offers traditional riding lessons for riders without disabilities and a summer camp.
The Horses and Staff
The center's website lists a certified social worker, a school counselor, a licensed associate counselor, an EAGALA-certified facilitator and three PATH Intl. certified therapeutic riding instructors, along with other certified riding instructors. Jersey Cares says many of the program's horses are rescues.
History and Funding
Jersey Cares says Reindancer was founded in 2005. It is registered with the IRS as a 501(c)(3) public charity under the name Rein Dancer Therapeutic Riding Center. Jersey Cares lists its funding as student fees, private donations, grants, public funding and fundraising events.
Location
The center is at 31 Archertown Road in New Egypt, NJ 08533, in Ocean County. Its website says the farm sits next to Laurita Winery.
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Common Questions
Answered from the center’s own website and public records.
How do I get started?
Call the center at (609) 752-0900 or email info.reindancer@gmail.com to ask about openings, intake and current rates.
What ages does Reindancer serve?
Ocean ResourceNet lists children, adolescents, adults and seniors among the people it serves.
How is the program paid for?
Ocean ResourceNet lists self-pay along with a sliding scale and payment plans. Ask the center about current rates; see our guide to equine therapy costs for more.
Can groups visit?
Yes. The website lists field trips and programs for schools, Scouts, families, military members, business groups and church groups.
Location
New Egypt, New Jersey 08533
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.