B.C.
THERAPEUTIC RIDING ASSOCIATION
Members' List Updated:
2009-10-02
INFORMATION
SURVEY
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25768 128th Ave.
Maple Ridge, B.C.
V4R 1C4
Phone: (604) 462-7786
Fax: (604) 462-9597
Email: President
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WELCOME!
The B.C. Therapeutic Riding Association was formed
in 1986, as the provincial organization for groups providing horseback
riding as therapy for people with disabilities. We are a registered charitable
organization, committed to improving the quality of life for young people
and adults who have disabilities.
B.C.T.R.A. serves nearly 30 riding groups in
the province. We provide representation at the provincial level to government
agencies and other disability sports organizations. Through information
and resource sharing, we bring together organizations, individuals and
government to provide opportunities for the many riders, volunteers, health
care professionals and riding instructors dedicated to therapeutic riding.
Our volunteer Board Of Directors is comprised
of representatives from these member riding groups.
OUR GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
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To promote and foster the use of the horse for
therapy, sport and recreation for people with disabilities in British Columbia.
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To encourage regional co-operative development
and communications.
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To provide a framework for those interested in
the promotion, research and development of the therapeutic horse related
activities.
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To promote and plan workshops and other educational
programs on a continuing basis.
HOW THERAPEUTIC RIDING
HELPS
Therapeutic riding for the disabled has been recognized
for decades as physically, psychologically, socially and educationally
beneficial. Horseback riding can improve balance and co-ordination, strengthen
muscles, increase circulation and decrease spasticity. Motor functions
are improved by this unique and enjoyable therapy.
Horseback riding increases concentration and
improves learning skills. Riders are challenged and are rewarded with a
sense of achievement. They experience a general feeling of well-being,
self-esteem and self-confidence.
The disabled person may also develop a strong
bond of respect, trust and kinship with the horse, volunteers and fellow
riders.
Riding has a place in overcoming perceptual
or developmental problems.
WHO CAN WE HELP?
Horseback riding helps children and adults who
have conditions such as:
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cerebral palsy
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spinal bifida
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multiple sclerosis
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spinal cord injuries
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traumatic brain damage
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visual impairments
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autism
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hearing impairments
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or are:
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developmentally delayed
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mentally challenged
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amputees
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stroke survivors
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SPECIAL THANKS
To Pacific & Prairie Horse
Journal for their ongoing donation
of space in their magazine.
We appreciate that you always
find room for us!
Thank you!
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