RideAbility Therapeutic Riding Center Inc
Clover, South Carolina
RideAbility Therapeutic Riding Center is a nonprofit in Clover, South Carolina, founded in 2012. It offers adaptive therapeutic riding, unmounted equine-assisted learning and Special Olympics equestrian training. The center serves children and adults with disabilities, as well as veterans.
- Private therapeutic riding lessons
- Small-group riding lessons (2-4 riders)
- Unmounted lessons for students who cannot ride
- Equine-assisted learning (groundwork, obstacle courses, sensory trail, team challenges)
- Special Olympics equestrian training
- Evaluation screenings for new students
- Children and adults with disabilities
- Veterans
- Autism and ADHD
- Down syndrome
- Cerebral palsy
- Developmental delays and learning disabilities
- Anxiety and PTSD
More about this center
About the Program
According to its website, most students start with private lessons, which are 30 minutes and focus on basic riding skills. Group lessons run 45 minutes with two to four riders, and extra volunteers help so each student gets individual attention. Students who are unable to ride can take unmounted lessons. The horses can carry riders up to 200 lbs.
RideAbility is an approved Special Olympics Equestrian Training Center. Its website lists more than 30 certified coaches who prepare athletes for the SC/NC State Games in a 10-week program that begins in May and July.
The Horses and Staff
Dr. Wendy Schonfeld is the founder and executive director. Her listed certifications include PATH Intl. Certified Therapeutic Instructor, Equine Assisted Learning-Education, Advanced Certified Equestrian Coach for Special Olympics, Certified Executive Functioning Coach and Certified Neurodiversity Coach, and she is Sports Director for South Carolina Equestrian Special Olympics. Board member Theresa Horton is a PATH certified instructor who coaches for Special Olympics and has volunteered at RideAbility since 2014.
Photos of the facility show a covered riding arena, open sand arenas, an outdoor training course, and horses, ponies and donkeys.
Getting Started
New students begin with an evaluation screening ($50 one time, as listed). Private lessons are $45 and group lessons are $45 per rider, as listed. Enrollment forms, including a student information form, goals and assessment form, physician's statement and waiver, are posted on the website.
Tuition assistance is available on a limited basis and covers part of tuition. Families who need help with the cost can apply using the form on the website.
Volunteering
Volunteers must be at least 13 and commit to at least three hours a week. Tasks include leading and side-walking, grooming, tacking, barn chores, office help and events. No prior horse experience is required, and new volunteers attend an orientation and ongoing training workshops.
Location
RideAbility is at 2551 Pats Road, Clover, SC 29710. Lessons are scheduled Monday through Saturday, with hours that change between summer and the rest of the year.
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Common Questions
Answered from the center’s own website and public records.
How do I enroll a new rider?
Download the student forms from the RideAbility website and contact the center at rideabilitysc@gmail.com or (803) 222-6008. New students start with a one-time evaluation screening.
How much do lessons cost?
The website lists 30-minute private lessons at $45 and 45-minute group lessons at $45 per rider, plus a $50 evaluation screening. Partial tuition assistance is available on a limited basis.
Is there a weight limit?
The center says its horses can accommodate riders up to 200 lbs. Unmounted lessons are offered for students who cannot ride.
Can I volunteer?
Yes. Volunteers must be 13 or older, commit to three hours a week and attend an orientation. No horse experience is needed.
Location
Clover, South Carolina 29710
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.