T J Stables

Acceptional Riders, Chatham

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Record #: CHK2384 Last Modified: 30 Nov 2012 Last Full Update: 30 Nov 2012
Address & Phone(s)
AddressTJ Stables
837 Gregory Dr E
Chatham, ON N7M 5J7
 
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AccessibilityFully Accessible
IntersectionSt Clair St and Gregory Dr E
Mailing Address837 Gregory Dr E 
Chatham, ON N7M 5J7
Office Phone519-354-7517
Description & Services
DescriptionThe program is for physically and developmentally challenged individuals to learn horsemanship and riding skills. Horseback riding is widely recognized as a beneficial form of therapeutic recreation for special needs individuals. It has been shown to develop self awareness, build confidence, improve self-discipline and concentration. Horseback riding also strengthens and relaxes muscles, can improve posture, balance, co-ordination while giving the rider a feeling of freedom, independence and achievement. Acceptional Riders never turns down a participant due to lack of funding instead they will be directed to resources or will assist with funding. Acceptional Riders offer a half hour Hippo therapy program during the day time. This is more therapy intense and can be private or semi-private sessions. All programs are customized to the clients needs. 
Acceptional riders is a non-profit riding program for children, youth and adults with disabilities, to learn horsemanship and riding skills. New riders and volunteers are always welcome. There are 2 instructors and one therapist per class with most classes consisting of 8-12 clients. Each client could have from 1 to 3 volunteer working individually with the client as well.
ApplicationWalk-in; Call for an appointment
Contact Information
E-Mailtjstables@ciaccess.com
Websitewww.acceptionalriders.com
Primary ContactTerry Jenkins, Administrator/Founder; Phone: 519-354-7517
Alternate ContactLaura Matthews
Primary ExecutiveKen Koke, President; Phone: 519-436-0112
Alternate ExecutiveJudy Chambers, Vice President; Phone: 519-352-3968
Subjects
SubjectsBoarding services ; Developmental disabilities ; Disabilities ; Horseback riding ; Horses ; Recreation ; Rentals

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