What is adaptive riding?
Adaptive riding is recreational horseback riding in a group setting under the guidance of a PATH-certified Instructor with assistance from trained volunteers.

What is PATH?
PATH – Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship, International (formerly NARHA) is the national accrediting and certifying body for professionals in the Equine Assisted Activities field. For more information on PATH, visit their website at pathintl.org.

What activities are involved in group lessons?
Riders in group lessons will learn riding and horsemanship skills as well as play games, work on educational and social skills, and trail ride.

How many riders are in each group?
Adaptive riding lessons are taught in groups of two to four riders. Mane Stream makes every effort to group participants together by age and ability.

How often do participants ride? How long are the lessons?
Participants ride once a week. Lessons are 45 minutes, including mounting and dismounting.

How many sessions are offered each year?
There are six sessions offered each year. There are two sessions each Spring and Fall, and one session each Winter and Summer.

How long are the sessions?
Each session is five to seven weeks in length.

What is the cost of lessons?
Lessons are $42.50 per riding lesson, payable at the start of each session.

Are missed lessons made up?
Rider absences are not made up. If a rider can not ride for an extended time because of medical reasons, a credit will be applied towards the next session. If Mane Stream cancels a lesson for any reason, a credit will be applied towards the next session. Lessons take place rain or shine in our indoor ring.

Are adaptive riding lessons covered by insurance?
No,  riding lessons are not therapy and do not involve a therapist in any way.

What is the procedure to ride at Mane Stream?
Once all required paperwork is received in the office, your name will be placed on the waiting list. Screenings are held several times a year. Once screened, riders will be placed as openings become available.

How long is the waiting list?
The wait is usually three to nine months.

For more information contact: Kathy Brennan, Program Director, extension 203.