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Here's the basic information about how our program works.
- The program operates year-round in three sessions, each 10 to 15 weeks long.
- Tuesday evening (Spring and Fall sessions only), Thursday evening, and Friday morning riding times are available.
- With practices starting on Saturday mornings in February, a separate Special Olympics equestrian program works toward a local competition in April. Select riders from this group also attend the Special Olympics of Pennsylvania Annual Summer Games held in State College in early June!
- During the warmer months, the riders enjoy the wonderful trails through the wooded area around the farm. All our riders enjoy the fish pond along one of these trails.
- In the arena, a variety of fun therapeutic activities are used to accomplish the goals recommended by the therapist.
Targeted areas may include:
- improving balance
- eye/hand coordination
- ability to follow directions
- communication skills
- social interation
- attention and visual skills
Each rider is evaluated by a trained and experienced therapist.
SunnyBrook is equipped with a lift to assist non-ambulatory riders onto the horse.
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