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Hooves for
HeartPrints
A therapeutic riding program
to help heal emotional problems in children
Hooves for HeartPrints is a therapeutic horseback riding
program where minds are healed through the intervention of equine
companions. This course has been developed and implemented throughout
the US for over 12 years and has been used as part of the healing for
over 1000 emotionally disturbed/high risk children. CAN LEARN is proud
to add this program to our programs.
Children
suffering from any of the following problems have shown progress after
completing the therapeutic riding:
Depression
ADD /ADHD
Bipolar Disorder
Attachment Issues
Tourette Syndrome
Autism
Spectrum
Asperger Syndrome
Self Esteem Problems
All
Learning Problems
Impulsive—hyperactive
Conduct Disorders (OCD)
Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD)
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Every course is tailored to the individual needs of each
child and will provide:
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increased self
esteem
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enhanced body
awareness
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better balance
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longer attention
span
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improved listening
skills
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fine tuned
compliance
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growth in self
control
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improved academic
ability
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enhanced sensory
integration
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joyful memories
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fun
Hooves for HeartPrints currently offers therapeutic
riding lessons between April and mid-November; weather permitting.
Classes are given in Airway Heights (west of Spokane), and are
one-on-one. A parent is required to participate at each lesson.
Parent participation builds trust and attachment between parent and
child.
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Students must
provide their own helmet and boots with a slight heel.
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Lessons are held on
Saturday mornings—call for an appointment
For more
information call:
CAN LEARN
office (509) 624-3109
Or
Sharon
West (509) 244-2638 or WestSAWest@aol.com
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