Equine Assisted Therapy
Instructor(s): Shannon Lawson, Julie Rath, and Mary Helen Crowder. Classes are taught at Tall Cedars Farm, Inc. in Glen Allen. Ages 5 and up are welcome. Equine Assisted Therapy classes are offered to individuals with some physical, cognitive, or emotional disabilities. Classes will be taught by PATH International Certified Instructors and will experience a wide range of benefits from increased flexibility and better balance to greater confidence and self esteem. All riders need to complete required paperwork and wear hard soled, closed toe shoes with 1/2 inch heel. Applicants will need to answer additional questions beyond standard registration form to determine eligibility and course placement. Some weight limitations due to safety of horse and participants. Space is limited - register early!
Group class schedule is listed below.
To sign up for these classes please click here to register: Hanover County Parks and Rec or call (804) 365-7150.
***If a private lesson is preferred, please call (804) 357-4231 or email shannon@gallopingacres.com. Private lessons are $240.00 for a 30 minute, 6 week course.
Spring Schedule for 2020
| DATE |
| March 9,16, 23, 30 - April 13, 20 Mondays 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm and 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm *No class on April 6th. Make up date if needed: April 27 |
| May 4, 11, 18 - June 1, 8, 15 Mondays 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm and 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm *Make up date if needed: June 22 |
Fall Schedule for 2020
| DATE |
| September 14, 21, 28 - October 5, 12,
19, 2019 Mondays 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm and 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm *Make up date if needed: October 26 |