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The Topfield Equestrian Center (TEC), where people with disabilities can overcome physical, psychological and emotional barriers, is located at 115 Stonecrop Lane, Cold Spring, NY 10516 in Putnam County.
From TEC: "TEC strives to offer an environment where people with disabilities can overcome physical, psychological and emotional barriers. Through equine-assisted activities, both on horseback and on the ground, we bring new found joy and abilities to our clients.
"High atop a windy hill in New York's Hudson Valley, there is a traditional-looking wood barn and stable complex. On any given day, a dozen horses can be found grazing in the paddocks, happily munchiny hay in ther stalls, or carrying riders around an indoor arena. Yet this is no ordinary riding center; it is an extraordinary riding center known as
TEC
, the Therapeutic Riding Center. Here, in a serene and healing environment, children and adults with a range of disabilities experience the physical, emotional and cognitive growth that is possible through equine-assisted therapy.
"Equine-assisted therapy can help improve the quality of life for people with disabilities as diverse as autism, down syndrome and cerebral palsy. A person on a horse is in the best possible body position to encourage the development of normal muscle tone, balance and coordination. The rider typically forms an emotional attachment with the horse in a guided fashion (helping groom or feed the horse, for example) can evoke positive change."
About Topfield Equestrian Center
Therapeutic Equestrian Center, Inc. is governed by a volunteer Board of Trustees, and managed by a professional staff of 11 paid employees, of whom 3 are full-time. The staff is strengthened by over 200 active volunteers who selflessly dedicate countless hours of their time to the organization."
The Topfield Equestrian Center (TEC) is a 501©(3) nonprofit organization which was founded in 2006. The center includes a 20 stall heated stable with a tack room, wash stalls, and a separate grooming area where un-mounted learning sessions take place. TEC has seven grass paddocks, two sand paddocks, a 180’x84’ indoor riding arena, sensory trails, and outdoor arena, as well as a large waiting/ viewing room overlooking the indoor arena. All areas of the facility are wheelchair accessible.
Equestrian Facilities and Programs for Special Needs Individuals
EAGALA Training
EAGALA Workshops
Equine learning
Field trips
Outreach Program
- Instructors in training
- Pony Express
Summer Riding Program
Therapeutic Riding lessons
Volunteer enrichment
Location: Cold Spring
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Topfield Equestrian Center
