Here's the basic information about how our program works.

• The program operates year-round in three sessions, each 10 to 15 weeks long.
• Spring: March 1 - June 11
  Summer: June 14 - August 6
  Fall: August 9 - November 19
• The 2011 sign up form for our regular sessions is available to download and print here.
• Tuesday evening, 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.

• 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.