Adaptive Riding

Riding should be available to everyone.
We're here to make that possible.

At HorseSpeak, our Adaptive Riding sessions are designed to meet you where you are — whether your needs are physical, cognitive, or sensory.

Every session is small, individualized, and guided by safety, presence, and respect for the rider and the horse.

You don't need experience.
You don't need the right words.
We begin with a conversation.

Stylized white sage branch illustration, symbolizing healing, calm, and renewal at HorseSpeak.
A child participating in adaptive riding with a calm horse and side-walker support at HorseSpeak at Cowgirl Up Ranch.
A rider participating in therapeutic riding with a calm horse in the covered arena at HorseSpeak at Cowgirl Up Ranch.

Every rider arrives differently — and that's exactly what we plan for.

Some riders need physical or practical support to ride safely. Others are navigating sensory sensitivities, cognitive differences, or simply need more time and patience than a standard riding program allows.

We take time to understand each rider and shape every session around what they actually need — not what's easiest to deliver.

We Meet You
Where You Are

Adaptive Riding

Support to ride safely and comfortably

Adaptive Riding focuses on access to riding.

It supports riders who benefit from extra physical, cognitive, or sensory support so they can ride with confidence and care.

Adaptive Riding may support:

  • Balance and coordination
  • Confidence through safe riding
  • Skill development at an individual pace
  • Riding with appropriate support

Sessions are:

  • Led by a trained instructor
  • Supported by volunteers when needed
  • Adjusted as the rider’s needs change
  • Small program by design
  • Wheelchair ramp available
  • No mechanical lift at this time

Every session is paced to the rider — never rushed, never forced.

Pricing

Support to ride safely and comfortably.

Sessions prioritize safety, comfort, and riding at the individual’s pace.

Initial Riding Assessment
(45–60 min): $150
Ongoing Sessions
(45 min): $85

Prepaid options available:
5 sessions: $400 (save $25)
10 sessions: $780 (save $70)

*Prices are subject to change & exclude applicable taxes