Blue Sky Therapeutic Riding & Respite
Krugerville, Texas
Blue Sky Therapeutic Riding & Respite is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Krugerville, Texas, and its website says it is a PATH International Accredited Center. It offers therapeutic riding, family respite and support, and the PURPOSE vocational and life skills program. According to its website, it serves people with autism and physical, cognitive or emotional disabilities, along with their siblings, parents and caretakers.
- Therapeutic riding lessons
- Barn, art and garden activities
- PURPOSE life skills program
- PURPOSE Mercantile and Produce work
- Respite and family support
- Community resource referrals
- Special Olympics participation
- People with autism
- People with physical disabilities
- People with cognitive disabilities
- People with emotional disabilities
- Siblings, parents and caretakers
More about this center
About the Program
Blue Sky says it was founded in 2010 by a group devoted to a comprehensive program for people with disabilities and their families. It lists therapeutic riding, respite, vocational training and entrepreneurial opportunities as its main areas of work.
Riding clients take a one-hour lesson, with optional barn, art, garden and community activities. In the PURPOSE program, participants work in PURPOSE Mercantile, PURPOSE Produce and barn management to build job, social and life skills. The center's staff page lists Executive Director Amy Gayhart and several PATH certified riding instructors.
Getting Started
As of its New Clients page, the riding and PURPOSE programs are at capacity. Families can complete the online New Client Questionnaire to join the interest list. Tours are by appointment.
The center asks families not to download the application and medical release forms until they have spoken with a staff member. If you are comparing options, our guide on how to choose a center may help.
Volunteering
Blue Sky accepts volunteers as horse handlers, sidewalkers, horse care helpers, office help, special events staff and Fun Friday art and gardening helpers. All volunteers must pass a background check.
Location
Blue Sky is at 5098 US Highway 377, Krugerville, Texas 76227, in Denton County. The barn keeps horses, goats and barn cats. A covered arena is listed as a fundraising goal.
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Common Questions
Answered from the center’s own website and public records.
Is Blue Sky accepting new riders?
Not right now. Its website says both programs are at capacity; the New Client Questionnaire adds you to the interest list, and staff will call when a spot opens.
How much do lessons cost?
Call (469) 450-9594 to ask about current rates. The center says it raises money for a scholarship fund to help riders with the cost; see our guide to equine therapy costs.
Can I visit before applying?
Yes. Tours are by appointment. Call (469) 450-9594 to schedule one.
Does Blue Sky offer hippotherapy?
Its website describes therapeutic riding, not hippotherapy. Ask the center directly if you need therapy led by a licensed physical, occupational or speech therapist.
Location
Krugerville, Texas 76227
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.