Explore how to decide if equine-assisted activities are a good personal fit by reviewing goals, comfort level, program style, and supportive riding centers.
Written by: Camille Iwata
Published on: September 21, 2025
A clear glossary of common equine-assisted activity terms to help newcomers understand horse behavior, equipment, and barn terminology.
Written by: Avery Caldwell
Published on: September 20, 2025
Discover how horses help build skills and confidence through calm, responsive interactions that support communication, focus, and personal growth.
Written by: Marcus Hale
Published on: September 20, 2025
Learn what equestrian therapy is and how horse-based activities support confidence, coordination, and personal growth in a safe, encouraging environment.
Written by: Avery Caldwell
Published on: September 20, 2025
Learn about Horses4Heroes, a Las Vegas nonprofit offering affordable riding lessons, camps, and community programs at its ranch and affiliate barns.
Written by: Marcus Hale
Published on: March 12, 2015
What is CanTRA? Canada’s therapeutic riding body sets standards, certifies instructors, and accredits centres to ensure safe, credible programs.
Written by: Camille Iwata
Published on: January 30, 2015
Learn about PATH International, its history, standards, certifications, and role in supporting equine-assisted activity programs across North America.
Written by: Avery Caldwell
Published on: January 22, 2015
How hippotherapy helps children with special needs build posture, balance, breath, communication, and regulation through purposeful horse movement.
Written by: Marcus Hale
Published on: May 15, 2014
Explore the history of animal-assisted activities, from early “moral treatment” to today’s structured, welfare-focused programs.
Written by: Camille Iwata
Published on: April 26, 2014
Learn how Equine-Assisted Learning builds communication, self-regulation, problem-solving, and leadership through guided, ground-based activities with horses.
Written by: Avery Caldwell
Published on: April 17, 2014