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SPIRIT Open Equestrian Program is dedicated to healing the body, mind and spirit, and providing activities where we educate the participant on life skills.

We promote awareness, by utilizing the interaction between humans and horses – on the ground or in the saddle.  Our participants can apply these skills in their lives, beyond the barn.

At SPIRIT, we use horsemanship and Equine Assisted Activities to reach therapeutic goals for a wide range of disorders, to improve basic self esteem and to teach about communication, trust, responsibility, partnership, and empathy.

We are a nationally recognized, fast growing 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

 

Testimonials

What People are Saying

Anxiety, depression, Tourette’s Syndrome and Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain Syndrome (AMPS)…our 13 year old son, who’s adjustment to middle school was a challenging one with each of these…

I am the mother of 2 special needs boys, Nicholas and Luciano–ages 7 & 8–who have been privileged to attend the equine therapy program at Frying Pan Park. My sons were born with a genetic…

SPIRIT is more than just a program, it has become a way of life. SPIRIT has shown this community the kind of effect that animals can have on people——whether they have special needs or just need to feel special…

I feel honored to be part of anything that informs people of the impact of Spirit, and therapeutic riding on the lives of people – not just the riders but the families as well. There is nothing like…

Our impact this year has changed our community!

  • 2023 Program Participants

    431

  • 2023 Volunteer Hours

    3,468

  • 2023 Program Hours

    2,558

  • 2023 Volunteers

    293

Thank you to our generous sponsors.

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