Location: Cedar Grove, Wisconsin, United States
Heaven’s Gait Ranch is an equine-assisted services center in Cedar Grove, Wisconsin, offering therapeutic riding, equine-assisted activities, and veteran-focused equine programs in a supportive, mission-driven ranch setting. The program is built around the belief that horses can help individuals heal, grow, and improve confidence, emotional well-being, communication, and overall quality of life through structured, relationship-based interaction.
This is a well-established nonprofit organization and PATH International Premier Accredited Center that has been serving individuals since opening its programs in 2017. With a strong volunteer base and community support, Heaven’s Gait Ranch provides accessible equine-assisted services for individuals with special needs as well as veterans with disabilities.
About This Program
Heaven’s Gait Ranch serves participants through equine-assisted activities, therapeutic riding, and learning-based programs designed to support physical, emotional, and cognitive development. The program also includes specialized services such as Equine Services for Heroes, supporting veterans through structured horse interaction and ground-based learning.
The overall approach is experiential and relationship-focused. Participants engage in both mounted and unmounted activities that promote trust, self-awareness, communication, and confidence-building through consistent interaction with horses in a guided environment.
Services Offered
• Therapeutic riding
• Equine-assisted learning (EAL)
• Equine-assisted activities and therapies
• Veterans equine programs (Equine Services for Heroes)
• Ground-based horsemanship and horse handling
• Grooming, tacking, and stable activities
• Volunteer-supported equine programming
Who They Serve
• Children
• Teens
• Adults
• Veterans and military service members
• Individuals with physical disabilities
• Individuals with cognitive or developmental challenges
• Individuals with emotional or behavioral needs
• Individuals experiencing trauma or PTSD
Facility and Setting
Heaven’s Gait Ranch is located on a multi-acre rural property in Cedar Grove, Wisconsin. The facility includes indoor and outdoor arenas, stables, paddocks, and activity spaces designed to support both therapeutic riding and unmounted equine learning experiences.
The environment is calm, natural, and community-centered, offering participants a safe space to connect with horses while working toward personal goals. The ranch also emphasizes accessibility and comfort for both riders and volunteers, with designated viewing and learning areas.
What Makes Them Unique
Heaven’s Gait Ranch stands out for its strong integration of therapeutic riding and equine-assisted learning alongside a dedicated veterans program. Its mission-driven focus extends beyond riding to include personal growth, emotional healing, and community building.
Another key strength is its PATH International Premier Accreditation and nonprofit foundation, which ensures a high standard of safety, professionalism, and accessibility in all programs offered.