Using horses in therapy is increasingly popular and the success at Star is certainly proof of that.

Like any of the individualized programs at Star, each rider is assessed to determine how best the program can serve him or her. For instance, riders with cerebral palsy often ride with just a pad instead of a full saddle to give them the full benefit of the horse's movement; those with problems of balance are given a smooth-gaited horse while people riding to improve their cognitive skills

are given a variety of tasks to perform while mounted on their horse.

Everyone, abled and disabled, enjoys greater self-esteem and confidence as a result of therapeutic horseback riding.

Other Benefits Include:

• Muscle stimulation
  
• Improved coordination
  
• Improved balance
  
• Enhanced confidence
  
• Cognitive improvements
  
• Better self-discipline & focus
• Recreation/ sport opportunities
• A fun social activity

Interested In Becoming A Rider?

If you'd like to be a rider at Star Equestrian Center, please call Lisa Embly
at 301-791-0011 x104

Email questions to: lembly@starcommunityinc.org