Horses Help Equine-Assisted Programs

Horses Help Equine-Assisted Programs offers Adaptive Riding & Horsemanship for children as young as four and for children and adults with physical, cognitive, or developmental disabilities. Participants learn riding skills and horse care in private, semi-private, and group lessons. The program also offers Equine Assisted Learning, a ground-based experience with human-equine interaction and no riding, along with summer programs and volunteer opportunities that include grooming horses and assisting with programs.

Programs

• Adaptive Riding & Horsemanship — children as young as four; children and adults with physical, cognitive, or developmental disabilities · Recreational equine service; participants learn riding skills and horse care; mounted program designed for people with disabilities; classes conducted as private, semi-private, and group lessons.
• Equine Assisted Learning (EAL) — anyone seeking personal development and life skills; individuals, families, and groups · Ground-based educational experience focused on personal growth through human-equine interaction; no riding is involved.
• Summer Programs — Seasonal equine experiences during summer months.

At a glance

• Ages: 4–18 years old

About the provider

Horses Help was founded in 1987 and says it has been improving quality of life since 1987, with 39 years of healing connections. It describes itself as a vibrant, inclusive community where people of all abilities are empowered to grow, connect, and heal through the transformative power of horses. The program is described as Arizona’s premier accredited therapeutic riding center and has PATH International certification. It also supports individuals with special needs and at-risk populations, including at-risk youth, members of the military community, veterans, and first responders.

• Volunteer opportunities — all ages and abilities · Opportunities include grooming horses and assisting with programs.
• Corporate Partnerships — Team-building and sponsorship opportunities.

Program participants are supported by professionals and dedicated volunteers; individualized goals are set with parents/guardians/caregivers and the participant; sessions are designed to foster confidence, skills, and personal growth.

Last updated August 31, 2026.