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Information about WHOA's lessons

Lessons at WHOA

Equine Assisted Activities

Therapeutic riding includes instruction in basic horsemanship Equine Assisted Activities (EAA) have been utilized in the United States since the 1950's and have been identified as beneficial forms of exercise and recreation for people with a wide range of disabilities. EAA combines goals in sports, recreation, therapy and education.

Therapeutic Riding

Includes basic instruction in grooming, tacking, horsemanship, riding and/or driving skills. Classes include mounted exercise, games, trail riding, and much more.

Therapeutic Driving

Similar to Therapeutic Riding with the exception that the student utilizes a cart to participate in the session.

Therapeutic driving utilizes a cart

Equine Pet Therapy

Students work with instructors on basic instruction in grooming and horsemanship. Students do not mount a horse or cart in participation, but are provided with general learning about horses and their care.

Lesson Dates/Times

Classes begin in May and run through October. Both day and evening hours are available. All classes are taught by NAHRA certified instructors.

  • Spring Session - May to June
  • Summer Session - July to August
  • Fall Session - September to October

Registration

Equine pet therapy includes instruction in horse grooming

Individuals interested in registering for WHOA services should contact the Executive Director at 815-537-5168 ext. 46 or by email at the link below.

WHOA requests that participants complete a registration packet including medical information and releases. New participants may need to attend an orientation and/or evaluation meeting with the instructor prior to enrollment in lessons. Enrollment forms are available here:

New Student Registration

Returning Student Registration

Click here to email our Executive Director WHOA is certified by NAHRA
WHOA is a recipient of funding from United Way

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