![]() The instructors work with families to assess each rider’s needs, set short and long-term goals, and work toward personal milestones that benefit the rider both in and outside the arena.ĭeveloped at ManeGait by licensed speech pathologist and brain-building expert, Robin Harwell (M.A., CCC-SLP), GaitWay to the Brain is the first program of its kind to incorporate brain-building exercises into the framework of equine therapy to increase outcomes for riders. Riding promotes positive emotional well-being, including confidence, independence, teamwork, and the unconditional acceptance and companionship of a horse!Īll ManeGait lessons are led by PATH Certified Riding Instructors and are supported by a team of trained volunteers. Riding is a sport that offers freedom to those unable to walk, run, or move without assistance – many of our riders compete as part of ManeGait’s Show Team at events like Special Olympics and Chisholm Challenge. Riding can increase cognitive abilities, including speech, communication, attention, focus, memory, sequencing, following instructions, and managing tasks. Riding is a form of physical therapy that can lead to improved muscle strength, motor skills, flexibility, coordination, balance, posture, and other physical abilities. ![]() ManeGait’s riding program consists of weekly private or small group lessons where riders learn to walk, trot, canter, and compete as equestrians. ![]()
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