Therapeutic Riding of Tuscaloosa (TROT)

About

Therapeutic Riding of Tuscaloosa (TROT) is a nonprofit organization providing equine-assisted activities and therapies for children and adults with physical, cognitive, and emotional disabilities. Through individualized sessions led by certified instructors and supported by volunteers, TROT helps participants improve balance, coordination, communication, and confidence while building meaningful connections with horses. The program’s supportive, inclusive atmosphere promotes personal growth, independence, and a strong sense of accomplishment.

Deeply rooted in the Tuscaloosa community, TROT partners with families, schools, and healthcare professionals to expand access to equine-assisted therapy and demonstrate the powerful impact of the horse-human relationship on healing and well-being.

Activities Offered

4-H, Animal Assisted Activities with Non-Equines, Camps (Summer, Day, or Other), Competition (Special Olympic, Paralympics), Driving, Equine Facilitated Experiential Learning, Equine Facilitated Psychotherapy, Grooming & Tacking, Ground Work, Mobile Community Programs, Therapeutic Riding, Veterans Programs

Disabilities Served

ADD or other Hyperactivity Disorder, Alzheimer’s/Dementia, Amputee, At Risk Youth, Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Developmental Delay or Disability, Down Syndrome, Emotional, Behavioral, or Mental Health, Epilepsy/Seizure Disorders, Genetic Conditions/Disorders, Head Trauma/Brain Injury, Hearing Impairment, Intellectual Disability, Learning Disability, Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy, Orthopedic Issues, Paralysis, PTSD, Speech Impairment, Spina Bifida, Spinal Cord Injury, Stroke, Terminal Illness, Violence, Abuse or Trauma, Visual Impairment