Equine Therapy for children and adults with disabilities
Ride To Walk (RTW) is a therapeutic horseback riding program founded by Dr. Kristine Corn in 1985. Its mission is to enhance the lives of children and young adults with neurological disabilities by providing innovative therapeutic horseback riding activities that are recreational in nature and adapted to the individual?s needs and disabilities. Ride To Walk received non-profit status in 1988 and is North American Handicapped Riding Association (NAHRA) certified. We serve children with disabilities such as autism, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, attention deficit disorder, head trauma and sensory processing challenges.
Keywords: Horse, child, disability, autism, therapy, physical therapy, hippotherapy, therapeutic riding, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, attention deficit disorder, head trauma, sensory processing.
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
31 years
What is your primary product or service?
Therapeutic Riding for children and adults with disabilities. Ride To Walk's mission is to enhance the lives of children and young adults with neurological disabilities by providing innovative therapeutic horseback riding activities that are recreational in nature and adapted to the individual's needs and abilities. Ride To Walk strives to provide a positive support system for individuals with disabilities, their parents/caregivers, and our community.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Ride To Walk began with one pony named Freckles that Dr. Kristine Corn purchased locally. Freckles was kept in the corrals behind Sierra Pediatric Therapy Clinic and began with rides up and down the driveway. Kris had to learn how to bridle and care for Freckles. About this time Judy McNabb, a riding enthusiast, became acquainted with the program. She also wanted to get a riding program together for handicapped children but she didn’t have a therapeutic background. The riding program began. http://www.ridetowalk.org/How-It-All-Started.html
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
We have licensed Physical Therapists & Occupational Therapists that work with our riders. Our riding facility consists of a tranquil 21 acres with a 6 acre bass pond and riding / walking trails. Our bass pond is open to the public for catch & release. $5/pole helps support our riding program. A canoe, paddle boat & life vests are also available.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
one location
Provide detailed directions to your location
Hwy 65 to Lincoln, turn right on Hwy 193 (McBean Pkwy). We are across the road from Turkey Creek Golf Course
What type of payments do you accept?
We are private pay. We scholarship 50% of the monthly fee.
Which areas do you service?
We service a 5 county area around Placer County.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Dr. Kristine Corn is the Director and Founder of Ride To Walk.
What are your hours of operation?
We provide therapy on several different days during the week.
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
The best compliment is that of purposeful action. To see the community support our special riders and their families through giving of their time, talent and treasures.