Our Services
Forward Stride’s mission is to enhance quality of life through equine-assisted services. This means that every program, clinical or not, has the power to have lasting therapeutic benefit to its participants. Our programs are organized into three categories of services: Equestrian Sports, Therapy Services, and Personal Development.
We are proud to work with local organizations to provide our services to demographics with higher needs through our Community Partnerships.
Equestrian Sports
Our riding and groundwork program helps children and adults of all abilities learn horsemanship skills, build fitness, and gain confidence on and around horses. Everyone is welcome, including individuals without a diagnosis.
Vaulting is often described as gymnastics or dance on horseback. Our competitive and recreational vaulting programs promote strength, balance, teamwork, and confidence in students of all ages.
Therapy Services
Work with a physical therapist to utilize the unique movement of the horse or the natural environment to work toward functional goals.
Improve everyday life activities through sessions with an occupational therapist. You may integrate the movement of a horse or the natural environment of the barn to work toward goals.
Address speech and language goals with a speech-language pathologist. Incorporate the movement of a horse or the natural environment of the barn to enhance therapy outcomes.
Partner with a mental health professional, a horse, and an equine specialist to work together toward your improved mental and emotional wellbeing. Sessions do not include riding but offer a more holistic treatment experience compared to traditional styles of mental health therapy.
Personal Development
Volunteers are essential to Forward Stride, assisting with lessons, horse care, and facility projects. Individuals aged 12 and up are welcome to volunteer!
Our Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) program helps develop life skills through activities with horses. It boosts confidence, leadership, and communication skills in participants.