Adaptive Riding Program
TRI's Adaptive Riding program is available for participants 5 years and older with a variety of cognitive, physical, behavioral and mental health diagnoses to enjoy an outdoor recreational activity that is adapted to suit their needs. Students work toward horsemanship goals alongside their volunteers and peers in a fun, social environment.
"The friends, volunteers and staff at TRI are amazing! We have been given memories, joys, and tears that will last a lifetime. We have loved our time here!"
- TRI Parent
Benefits of Adaptive Riding Participants may experience:
There are many benefits participants in our Adaptive Riding program may benefit from including:
Physical Benefits: Adaptive Riding is a great source of physical exercise for all participants. Lessons are adapted within the limits of the participants strength and energy to provide a recreational activity they can enjoy.
Cognitive Benefits: Participants may receive benefit through visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learning while learning how to ride their horse. During the lesson key skills such as following directions, active concentration, and fine motor skills will be worked on through activities in the lesson.
Social & Emotional Benefits: Our riding lessons are organized in a group setting which allows participants to benefit from social interactions with their peers. Riders will also benefit from improved self-esteem and confidence as they progress in learning how to ride.
2026 Session Dates:
Spring Session: February 16 - April 18
Summer Session 1: April 27 - June 27
Summer Session 2: July 20 - August 22
Fall Session: September 14 - November 21
PROGRAM AVAILABILITY:
Programs have registration due dates for participation. Registration does NOT guarantee entry into a program, days and times will be selected by our Program Director out of your preferences and will be confirmed with you before the start of the program. Careful consideration goes into determining if a participant will benefit from a specific program. While TRI has a non-discrimination policy, there may be programs that are contraindicated or simply not safe for a specific student to participate in. Limitations and contraindications are located in the student handbook that is linked below.
Our Program Staff does our best to place a student in the best class/program based on their unique needs, the horses available, the instructor scheduled, the available volunteers, and their peers in a class.
STUDENT EVALUATIONS:
Anyone wishing to participate in riding or non-riding adaptive horsemanship lessons wil be asked to attend an in-person evaluation. This aids in determining the appropriateness of activity and adaptive equipment necessary.
A New Student Application must be completed and submitted prior to the evaluations being scheduled.
RETURNING STUDENTS:
If it has been more than 12 months since participating or there has been a change in diagnosis, a returning student may be asked to participate in an in-person evaluation. These students will be contacted directly by the Program Director to set up an appointment.
For more information about our program, policies, and eligibility requirements please check out our TRI Participant Handbook below.
Get Started!
1. Complete the New Participant Application and submit to our Program Director at singersoll@triohio.org
2. Complete the Registration packet and Physician's Release and return to our Program Director at singersoll@triohio.org
**Updated registration is due on an annual basis
3. Schedule an in person evaluation at the farm and meet the horses!
4. Enroll in an upcoming Session!
For questions call 937-317-4439.