American Therapeutic Riding Center

Center Overview

American Therapeutic Riding Center (ATRC) is a nonprofit equine-assisted activity center in Sand Springs, Oklahoma, offering year-round riding and horsemanship programs for children and adults with physical, cognitive, and emotional support needs. The center provides a warm, inclusive environment where participants can build confidence, develop new skills, and experience personal growth through meaningful interactions with horses.

With dedicated staff, trained volunteers, and well-trained therapy horses, ATRC focuses on creating safe, enriching experiences that help riders strengthen balance, coordination, social skills, and emotional well-being. The organization is deeply community-driven and continues its mission with the support of volunteers, donors, and local partners.

Programs Offered

• Therapeutic Riding Lessons

• Equine-Assisted Activities

• Horsemanship and Horse-Handling Skills

• Adaptive Riding

• Veterans and First Responder Programs (if currently active)

• Youth Programs and Camps (seasonal)

Who They Serve

• Children, teens, and adults

• Physical disabilities

• Developmental differences

• Cognitive and learning differences

• Emotional and social support needs

Amenities & Facilities

• Outdoor riding arena

• Indoor riding options

• Mounting ramp for accessibility

• Trained therapy horses

• Volunteer support

• On-site parking

• Quiet, supportive environment for families and caregivers

Certifications & Affiliations

• PATH Intl. Member Center (confirm current status)

• Local nonprofit partnerships

• Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation grant recipient

Hours of Operation

Monday–Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Lessons as scheduled
Sunday: Closed