Therapeutic riding

🐎 Therapeutic riding (Hipotherapy)

The path to development through the relationship with the horse

Hippotherapy is a proven and modern method that uses the natural movements of the horse to support the development of children and adults with various motor, psychological and sensory challenges .

It is particularly effective when working with children on the autism spectrum , combining physical activity with emotional engagement and social interaction.

✅ Benefits of therapeutic riding

• Development of motor skills and coordination
  The rhythmic movements of the horse activate the muscles, improve balance and motor control.

• Sensory stimulation
  Contact with the animal and the natural rhythm of riding stimulate the sensory system – key for children with sensory sensitivities.

• Improving communication and social skills
  Through working with the horse and the therapist, children learn to communicate, follow instructions, and connect with others.

• Increasing self-esteem and independence
  Every small victory in riding gives confidence, a sense of success and inner security.

• Reducing anxiety and stress
  Communicating with horses brings a sense of calm, belonging, and joy.

🧒 Individual approach with care

Before starting therapy, an individual consultation and assessment is conducted, with the aim of preparing a program that is fully tailored to the child's needs and abilities.

👩⚕️ Our team includes qualified therapists and instructors trained in hippotherapy and child development.
🐴 The horses we work with are calm, carefully selected and specially trained to work with children.

📍 Conducting the therapy:

• Location: Dragalevtsi Horse Base

• Schedule: By appointment

• Duration and frequency: Individually determined after assessment

If you are looking for a natural and deeply impactful way to support your child's development, therapeutic riding may be the step forward you are looking for.

📞 Contact us for a consultation and first meeting with our wonderful horses!