Equine Assisted ​Therapies

Also known as Hippotherapy, uses the dynamic motion of the horse to impact neurologic and sensory systems for therapeutic goals ​with licensed therapists.  ​Serving ages 2 - 99+​

Physical Therapy

Licensed & PATH Registered Physical Therapists use the dynamic motion of the horse with positioning  and exercises to achieve specific patient treatment  goals. This dynamic activity facilitates improved balance, posture, range of motion, mobility, and gross motor skills. 

occupational Therapy

Licensed & PATH Registered Occupational Therapists use the dynamic motion of the horse with positioning and exercises to achieve specific patient treatment  goals. This dynamic activity facilitates improved sensory processing, posture, coordination and fine motor skills. 

Therapeutic ​Riding Lessons

PATH Certified Instructors provide quality individual riding lessons for all ages and all abilities in our wonderful arena and on our beautiful trails. Lessons can include horse care, ​tacking and riding. Individual horseback riding lessons are tailored to each rider with the goal of progressing each to be as independent as possible.

Sibling Riding Lessons

​As part of our family support programs, beginner riding lessons for the siblings of our participants are also available.

Inclusive Summer horse camps

Our inclusive summer horse camp are for riders of ALL ability levels including siblings & friends. Staffed with licensed therapists and PATH instructors the day includes social skills through group trail rides and hands on horse care; PT with gross motor games; and OT with fine motor crafts. Week long sessions run June and July, Mon - Fri, 8am-1pm.
Current participant registration begins March 1 and community registration begins March 15.

Educational Programs

Horses are great motivators, listeners and teammates. Being with them provides numerous opportunities for learning, as incorporated into ​our educational programs.

RED-Y to read

Build excitement for learning by reading to one of our sweet therapy horses. This program is available to everyone including riders, siblings of riders and kids from the community.  ​Reading tutoring with certified teachers and horses is also available.

job training

​Our vocational education offers teens and adults hands on job training on horse care, barn management and social skills for any workplace setting. ​ Assistance is also provided for job placement.

social skills groups

RED arena offers a safe and supportive environment to practice social interaction. Participants can socialize during a lunch bunch, craft time or with mini horses activities.

For All New Participants

Please complete the "REGISTRATION" form  below and fax, email or mail  the signed "PHYSICIAN'S STATEMENT". ​Once we receive both of these we will email you to schedule a 30 minute screening at RED Arena.  This will give you a chance to see our facility, we can answer questions, decide which program​ will be best and ​talk about scheduling options.​

Forms

PAYMENTS

​​Credit card payments use this "DONATE" button. You will have the option to include your participant's name. 
​Participant payments by check ​can be mailed to:
​RED Arena
1601 Bell Springs Rd 
​​Dripping Springs, TX  78620
​Our mission is to empower individuals with disabilities through horses.