The New Mexico Center for Therapeutic Riding (NMCTR) began providing equine therapy services to the Santa Fe area in 2007. We are a member of PATH (Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship). PATH, Int. is the governing international body for equine related therapies and activities for adults and children with physical or mental needs. At NMCTR, we believe the horse is the motivator tha
t connects therapy treatment to sport, pleasure, responsibility, and education. The dynamic relationship between students, instructors, volunteers and horses is the strength of our program. Students of all ages and ABILITIES learn riding skills and all aspects of horse care. The ultimate goal for our students is to learn to ride as independently as possible and to gain self-confidence from their accomplishments. The emphasis is on the individual abilities as well as their needs. The Center’s PATH certified instructors design each lesson with the individual specific needs in mind. Our goal is to provide our students with:
◾Physical development
◾Emotional growth
◾Intellectual stimulation
In addition to individual students, NMCTR offer group lesson. Our clients include the Santa Fe Public Schools (students with special needs), The New Mexico School for the Deaf, Aspen Magnet School, Senior Centers and day-hab facilities. Since our beginning, we have helped countless students in the Santa Fe area, and have provided equine therapeutic benefits for people with the following needs:
•Stroke and Brain Trauma
•Cerebral Palsy
•Autism
•ADHD
•Emotional disturbance
•Hearing and sight impaired
•Senior Citizens
•Developmental delayed
•Down Syndrome
•Speech / language impairment
•Muscular Dystrophy
NMCTR offers the most comprehensive and effective therapeutic riding program in the state of New Mexico.
