Therapeutic Horseback Riding

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positive ones and find comfort in the new relationship they develop with their horse. Therapeutic horseback riding improves attention and concentration, essential qualities that any person should have for any area requiring educational skills. Horseback riding may seem frustrating or challenging but it can turn into a relaxing and enjoyable time. Riding can promote good posture that will immediately carry over to a student's time at home and participation in school. Teachers has said that their students who have participated in therapeutic riding have shown physical, emotional, and mental improvements. It is a good way of teaching a person with disabilities how to react and grow while working with horses. “Teachers tell us they see these

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