Maury Magic Riders
Columbia, Tennessee
Maury Magic Riders is a volunteer-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Columbia, Tennessee. Its website describes an equine-assisted activities and therapy riding program that combines therapy, education and recreation. The program serves children and young adults with physical, emotional and mental disabilities.
- Equine-assisted activities and therapy riding program
- Therapeutic horseback riding
- Volunteer opportunities, including work days at the property
- Children with disabilities
- Young adults with disabilities
- Riders with physical disabilities
- Riders with emotional disabilities
- Riders with mental disabilities
More about this center
About the Program
According to its website, Maury Magic Riders depends on volunteers, horses and riders working together. The riding program blends therapy, education and recreation for children and young adults with disabilities. Families new to this kind of program can read our guide to therapeutic riding.
The organization says it owns five horses and a pony.
History
Maury Magic Riders was organized in February 1998 and incorporated in June 2000. Riding sessions began in 1999 at a private residence, and the program moved to its current site on Lofton Road in April 2003.
Volunteering
The program is run by volunteers. It holds volunteer work days at the Lofton Road property with tasks such as clearing fence lines, weeding, trimming, general maintenance and special projects. Volunteers are asked to bring gloves and tools such as weed eaters, clippers and shovels, and lunch is provided. Call 931-380-1119 for details.
Location
The riding program is at 1210 Lofton Rd in Columbia, Tennessee, in Maury County. The mailing address is PO Box 560, Columbia, TN 38402.
The 26-acre site is leased former TVA land that was returned to the county in 2002. It has a caretaker's trailer, three open pastures, three dry lots, a three-sided horse barn with hay storage, a tack room, an arena and a shed for the tractor and equipment.
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Common Questions
Answered from the center’s own website and public records.
Who can ride at Maury Magic Riders?
The program serves children and young adults with physical, emotional and mental disabilities. Call 931-380-1119 to ask about eligibility and openings.
How much does it cost?
Call 931-380-1119 or email mmr@maurymagicriders.com to ask about current rates. Our guide to equine therapy costs explains what affects pricing.
Can I volunteer?
Yes. Maury Magic Riders is run by volunteers and holds work days at its Lofton Road property. Call 931-380-1119 or email mmr@maurymagicriders.com to learn how to help.
Location
Columbia, Tennessee 38401
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.