SPIRIT Open Equestrian Program is dedicated to healing the body, mind and spirit, and providing activities where we educate the participant on life skills.
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Our programs are designed to further our mission and provide much needed services for our constituents.
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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
I love riding with Dada, Kate and everyone at SPIRIT. But before I even get on the horse, I see why SPIRIT is needed in this community. A little girl rides before me. I know she has many medical problems, but when…
Our daughter, Nicole, was born with low muscle tone. We were looking for ways for her to strengthen
her core muscles. The first program we looked at was waitlisted----- what a blessing that turned out to
be...
As a mother of a child with motor delays, I can’t say enough about the wonderful SPIRIT Equestrian program…
Caroline's world was so tiny when she started therapeutic riding at Spirit, and she had no desire to explore more; everything seemed so big and scary. Her first horse, Cocoa Bean, wasn't that much bigger than she was...
Our impact this year has changed our community!
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2025 Program Participants
375
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2025 Volunteer Hours
8,186
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2025 Program Hours
3,029
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2025 Volunteers
223
Thank you to our generous sponsors.
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Thank you to the Virginia Horse Industry Board for awarding grant funds that made website update and upgrade possible
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