The Saddle Light Center for Therapeutic Horsemanship

Our mission is to provide equestrian therapy for
children, teenagers and adults with neurological, orthopedic, learning, emotional or other disabilities.
Our goal is to inspire our riders to accomplishments previously considered beyond their capabilities.

Description:
The Saddle Light Center is an equestrian, therapeutic nonprofit organization located on the grounds of the Retama Equestrian Center in Selma, TX (behind Verizon Wireless Amphitheater). We are an affiliate of North American Riding for the Handicapped Association (NARHA). Therapeutic riding instructors and a physical therapist provide specialized riding instruction to disabled people of all ages. Volunteers provide rider support, horse care and handling, and assistance with stable chores.

History:
The Saddle Light Center was incorporated as a nonprofit agency August 29, 1991. The center adheres to the strict safety and therapeutic riding standards set forth by the North American Riders for the Handicapped Association (NARHA). The program has grown to serve approximately 50 disabled clients per week. Staff consists of a licensed physical therapist, barn manager, horse trainer, volunteer coordinator/administrative assistant and numerous volunteers as well as ten very special horses.

Contact people:

Amy Rodriguez, Volunteer Coordinator, (phone), (email)
Kerstin Fosdick, Executive Director, (phone), (email)

Office fax number: (210) 651-3495

Address:

17530 Old Evans Road
Selma, TX 78154
(See a map)

Web Site: http://www.thesaddlelightcenter.com

Directions:

Take I-35N to Loop 1604W. Turn RIGHT on Nacogdoches Road (however if you are coming in from 1604N then take a left on Nacogdoches) --> Drive past the Rolling Oaks Mall (which will be on your left at this. . . (more)
Nearest Metro/Subway Stop: No bus service

Last updated on April 24, 2009

Overall Experience Experience rating

Enlightening

Saddle Light Center enabled me to visualize a future in animal assisted therapy
posted on May 13, 2005

Overall Experience Experience rating

Fun, Educational and Fulfilling

I met wonderful, caring and energetic people. I am still learning and it feels very good to be helping people and the community.
posted on April 6, 2005

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