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Hippotherapy
Therapeutic Riding
Special Olympics
Soldiers and Saddles
Ponys 2 Go
Summer and Saddles 
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HIppotherapy

Not to be confused with Hypnotherapy and having nothing to do with the Hippopotamus…

Hippotherapy comes form the Greek word “hippos,” which means horse. Hippotherapy is a medical treatment for clients with movement dysfunction, through the multi-dimensional movements of the horse.

Hippotherapy is effective because the human anatomy and the equine anatomy are similar. When a person is astride a horse and horse walks, the human pelvis moves just as though the person were walking. Simultaneously, you get movement in three planes - the forward and backward movements, the side to side movements and the rotational and linear forward movements.

When used by specially trained Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, equine intervention and Hippotherapy can provide several major benefits to the client:
  • Improved balance, posture, mobility and function
  • Enhancement of the circulatory, digestive and respiratory systems
  • Positive influences to psychological, cognitive, emotional and behavioral functions and communication
Participants respond enthusiastically to this enjoyable learning experience in a safe, natural setting.
Who can use Hippotherapy? 
     Individuals who can benefit from this medical treatment have a variety of diagnoses.
Common examples include:
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Developmental delays
  • Traumatic Brain Injury
  • Stroke
  • Autism
  • Learning or language disabilities
  • Trisome Twenty 21
Please keep in mind that Hippotherapy is not appropriate for every situation. Each individual must be evaluated by a specially trained health professional prior to approval for participation.

Hippotherapy sessions are always conducted with a state licensed therapist at Stable Movements

Therapuetic Riding

Therapeutic riding uses equine-oriented activities for the purpose of contributing positively to the cognitive, physical, emotional and social well being of special needs children and adults. It provides benefits in the areas of therapy, education, sport, recreation and leisure.

Hippotherapy...Therapeutic Riding? 
Whats the Difference? 
 
Patients receiving Hippotherapy do not typically control the movement of the horse. As the American Hippotherapy Association describes, Hippotherapy takes place in a controlled environment where graded sensory input can elicit appropriate responses from the rider. Specific riding skills are not taught as in Therapeutic Riding. Instead a foundation is established to improve neurological function and sensory processing.

Special olympics



Stable Movements participated in the Special Olympics NYS Games during the 2008-2019 seasons.
 
Sign ups for 2025 spring practice and show opens March 2025.
Complete participation form and SONY. P
lease contact Theresa for available days. 607 727 7602

Congratulations to our Special Olympics Teams! 
2008
  • Congratulations to Keri and Shannon for their medal winning performances at the Special Olympic State Games on November 4th in Rochester, NY. Shannon competed in and took 1st place in English Equitation and 3rd place in English Trail. Keri competed in and took 3rd place in Western Equitation and 5th place in Western Trail. Congratulations to you both we are so proud of you!
2009
  • A few new riders this year. Congrats to Keri, Ben and Katie for the excellent programs and all of the wonderful medals. 
2010
  • Great show by Ben, Keri and all the riders at the state games!  Fun was had by all. 
2011
  • Congrats to two of our Special Olympics riders who attended the fall state games!
2012
  • Big wins by Lisa, Carlyne and Keri who attended the fall games 
2013
  • Great program at stable this year. No Fall State Games due to SONY budget restrictions. 
2014   Carlyne, Keri and Christine all took home high level medals. Great job everyone!   
  • 2022  Fall stated team  took gold and silver  medals   
  • 2023 Fall states took gold and silver medals competing in western  and english trail and equitation 
  • 2024  5 Athletes competed in Saratoga Springs for fall states  all medaled gold silver and bronze.  way to go !
Stable Movements Soldiers and Saddles Program

Soldiers and Saddles

Stable Movements had teamed up with the Southern tier Veterans support group and the Veterans Association to initiate programs to help our veterans. More information about the group could be found here 
Stable Movements Soldiers and Saddles Program

Ponys 2 go

Stable Movements is offering the unique opportunity in our area to have ponies at your next special event! We offer this opportunity to have ponies at your next birthday, graduation or party. They offer a very special experience and provide extraordinary fun! 
During your Celebration, you and your guests will be able to: 
  • Ponies and the cart will be available for 1 hour. 
  • You will be able to take a ride on the cart
  • Pet, Groom and Feed the ponies. 
For more information please visit our external website here
PRIVATE BIRTHDAY PARTIES AVAILABLE  CONTACT THERESA FOR AVAILABILITY

Summer and saddles    

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 During the following 2  weeks, we will be offering our Summer and Saddles fun program. 
In order to sign up, please download, fill out and return the form located below. 

Our program will be for 2 specific weeks in 2025
 TO BE ANNOUNCE 
June 23- June  27                                                                             June 30- July 3 (subject to interest)                                  
August 18-August22
 August 25- august 29   
There are very LIMITED spots available, sign up as soon as possible. 
Each Session is $350 and will be from 9 AM- 12 PM during those weeks.         

Published rates jan 2025-dec 2025

6 months membership with 1 session per week   $1100 per person , no refunds.  
Adaptive riding  sessions fee $45 , HPOT Barn fee  $40 ,  Therapeutic riding session  fee $45,
summer fun $350 per week, recreational riding  $50      PONYS2GO  starting at $300
CALL THERESA WITH ANY QUESTIONS  607 727 7602  


Recreational Riding

 Offering a recreational opportunity to the  individuals in our community.  Call Theresa at number below for available  times and costs 
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