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Monday 9am - 7pm Tuesday 9am - 7pm Wednesday 9am - 7pm Thursday 9am - 7pm Friday 9am - 5pm Saturday 8am - 4pm

Saddle Up!

We impact lives of children and young adults with disabilities through equine assisted therapy. Saddle Up!

is the oldest and largest program in the region and the only program in Middle Tennessee that exclusively serves children and youth with disabilities.

11/01/2024

We had a great Halloween! In case you missed any of the scary good fun here it is!

10/31/2024

Have fun tonight!

10/31/2024

Yep, we’re clowning around! rider Kasey, volunteer Dave, and gentle giant Bishop bring the smiles! Copper Horse Crusade copperhorsecrusade

10/30/2024

We’re having a week that’s so much fun it’s scary!

10/29/2024

Just sayin’, Dan and Thumby are the hit of every event they attend! Their fan base is pretty adorable, too! Thank you, Belle Meade Historic Site for inviting us to be a part of your Fall Festival!

10/29/2024

SAVE THE DATE! The Fearlessly and Wonderfully Created Fine Art Show and Sale to benefit Saddle Up! premiers on November 14th during the Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery Holiday Open House in the historic stables. You can also visit the Art Show all day Friday and Saturday November 15th & 16th and enjoy everything the historic grounds have to offer -- including a wine tasting -- and beautiful holiday decor! Belle Meade Historic Site and Wonderfully Created

10/28/2024

How excited are we to welcome Emily Todd back to the Saddle Up! two-legged herd? VERY EXCITED! Emily begins her new role with SU! as full-time instructor today. You will remember Emily as an Intern in spring 2023, where she supported every lesson and barn activity possible while working to complete her PATH Int'l CTRI. Since that time, she has been in a versatile program management position at Victory Junction in NC. Her experience also includes serving as a riding instructor at Keyauwee Program Center and on the barn staff at Townley Equestrian Center. The Three Emily's Ride Again!

Photo credit of Three Emilys Tina Carpenter

10/27/2024

Dan and Thumby will be making a special appearance!!

10/26/2024

In honor of Vanderbilt's historic football season (and today's game against the Texas Longhorns!) we are thrilled to share Connor's story! Connor is an Alumni Transitions rider at Saddle Up!, a proud Vanderbilt graduate, and a member of the Vanderbilt Commodores football equipment team.

10/25/2024

That first step into the stirrup is always easier when you have your team right there with you! Thank you to the devoted volunteers and generous donors who are right there with our riders with every ride!

10/25/2024

JR says “Good morning! The horses are up early getting ready for a full day of lessons!” Have a great Friday, everyone!

10/22/2024

Save the Date! The Governors Club Ladies Golf Association Holiday Bazaar is an event you won't want to miss! It's a great evening out with friends and proceeds benefit Saddle Up!.

10/21/2024

Have you ever wondered if volunteering at Saddle Up! is right for you? Want to learn more about our programs and activities without a commitment? We get it -- sometimes you want to ask questions, learn more, and figure out where you'd fit in before filling out forms and signing up for training. COME SEE US this Saturday, October 26th from 10 - 11 am, watch lessons in action, take a tour, meet the horses, talk to our staff, meet other volunteers! No RSVP required. Bring a friend!

10/20/2024

Sometimes you find a UNICORN at the end of the rainbow!

10/20/2024

Dan and Thumby will be making a special appearance!! Come out and see us and enjoy this free afternoon of fun! Meade Historic Site Belle Meade Winery

10/19/2024

Saddle Up! Open House, Saturday, October 26th, 10 - 11 AM at 1549 Old Hillsboro Road, Franklin. No registration necessary! Bring a friend! Come and see how YOU can join the herd!

10/18/2024

We are excited to welcome Cristalynne Dupree as the Grant Writer for Saddle Up!. With extensive experience in research, writing, and project coordination, Cristalynne brings a wealth of knowledge to her role, where she will help secure funding for programs that benefit the Saddle Up! community. A passionate equestrian mentor for ten years, Cristalynne has long dreamed of combining her love for horses and her professional expertise, making this opportunity a perfect fit.

Cristalynne currently serves as the Meals on Wheels Program Manager for the Bethlehem Centers of Nashville, where she oversees the delivery of services to older adults. She and Robin had a great reunion, as their paths in non-profit volunteer work have crossed many times!

A proud alumna of Tennessee State University, Cristalynne is deeply committed to community service and is an active member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Outside of her professional endeavors, she enjoys horseback riding, hiking, and camping. She is also a nominee for the 2024 Women Who Rock Nashville Triumph Award.

We know that Cristalynne is going to make a great contribution to the growth, awareness, and support of Saddle Up! She is particularly excited about the opportunity to connect with everyone in the Saddle Up! community. Her approachable nature and enthusiasm for our cause will undoubtedly be a valuable addition to our team and its continued success!

10/17/2024

Want to learn more about volunteering at Saddle Up! without making a commitment to a full training session? We are hosting a Volunteer Open House on Saturday, October 26 from 10:00 – 11:00 am. Potential volunteers can learn more about our program and see lessons in progress. No registration is necessary. Open House visitors should be age 16 and over and wear closed toe shoes. Come see what makes Saddle Up! such a special place to volunteer.

10/16/2024

October's Volunteer Spotlight shines on Sandra S - one of Saddle Up!'s most dedicated Sidewalkers. Sandra cheerfully jumps into LOTS of open shifts helping to ensure that all of our riders are able to participate in their scheduled lessons. Sandra is kind, caring, and patient and can be counted on to relate well to riders with many different personalities and challenges. Thank you, Sandra, for being a vital part of our riders' team!

10/15/2024

Saddle Up! is always thrilled to welcome volunteers who have previously served at other PATH Accredited Centers. Clarke E came to Saddle Up! from Mane Gait in Texas and fittingly her first leading assignment at Saddle Up! was for Cowboy Daniel! Thank you Clarke for jumping in as a volunteer while living in Nashville.

10/14/2024

As lessons resume today, we are thrilled to officially welcome Lesson Assistant Alexandra Koehn to Saddle Up!. She likely seems familiar to many of you -- Alexandra volunteered with Saddle Up! regularly from 2016-2018 when she was a reporter for NewsChannel 5. When Alexandra considered re-entering the workforce after having her daughter (who is a total cutie!), she was drawn back to Saddle Up! based on her very positive experience here as a volunteer. Alexandra’s great attitude, love for horses and children, and ability to think quickly on her feet will make her a fantastic part of our Lesson Assistant team. Be sure to welcome her when you see her around the arena on Monday, Thursdays and Saturdays!

10/13/2024

We are all smiles because the kids are coming back tomorrow! We hope everyone had a great Fall break. The herd can’t wait to see you again!

10/11/2024

Congratulations to volunteer Melissa W for reaching the 1500 Hours Served milestone! Everyone loves seeing Melissa’s bright smile around the barn – whether it is as a skilled Leader in Monday morning lessons, as a Pony Pal on Thursdays with Cocoa, or as one of our regular assistants in New Volunteer and Leader Trainings. Melissa’s energy and enthusiasm for all things horses and Saddle Up! is contagious and we can’t thank her enough for being a dedicated Saddle Up! volunteer.

10/08/2024

Johnny’s background is a little sketchy. He was found hanging around a MAPCO. Or maybe a Circle K. Anyway, he was taken in to be neutered and his ear was clipped to be returned to the feral community. But he never made it back to the wilds. Shoshannah came into the picture. Obviously, he was somebody’s kitty at some point because he LOVES people and is a total feline sweetheart. We’re lucky he landed in our barn, whatever his journey to get here.

Address

1549 Old Hillsboro Road
Franklin, TN
37069

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 7pm
Tuesday	9am - 7pm
Wednesday	9am - 7pm
Thursday	9am - 7pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	8am - 4pm

Website

http://www.saddleupnashville.org/, https://linktr.ee/saddleup

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Just sayin’, Dan and Thumby are the hit of every event they attend! Their fan base is pretty adorable, too! Thank you, Belle Meade Historic Site for inviting us to be a part of your Fall Festival!

Saddle Up! Open House, Saturday, October 26th, 10 - 11 AM at 1549 Old Hillsboro Road, Franklin. No registration necessary! Bring a friend! Come and see how YOU can join the herd!

"I come here and I feel such a positive, good energy. Saddle Up! shows me the best that people can be" Volunteer Tom If you are a volunteer who hasn't been out in awhile we are missing you! Are you missing the "positive, good energy" of Saddle Up!? Come back to "Where All Children Are Equal in the Saddle!"

Is it any wonder that T is PATH Region 5 Horse Caretaker of the Year? Popsicles for Bishop and Bailey on a hot summer day served up Master Chef style!

POV when it’s REALLY hot and you’re REALLY spoiled so you get to bob for apples under the fans after your spa treatments. Sound up to hear T’s sweet words to her favorite boy! ❤️ you Bishop!

Next weekend, Sunday, May 5 and Monday, May 6, Saddle Up is having a big tack sale at the farm - 1549 Old Hillsboro Road, Franklin - and you won’t want to miss it. All proceeds support our program needs and herd care! Here’s a sample of what’s in store! This and so much more!

The Power of a Volunteer

It's VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION WEEK! We celebrate and appreciate our volunteers EVERY day, but this week is extra special with awards, treats, prizes, and a big party next Sunday. We could not do what we do without our volunteers -- it takes hundreds a week to care for the herd, maintain the farm and support our riders. THANK YOU! GivePulse @givepulse #GiveJoyChallenge #NationalVolunteerWeek

We have celebrated 2024 Graduates all week! We will miss all of them and will watch their future accomplishments with pride and love! It seems a fitting time to debut an update to SU! Graduate Connor's journey! Connor is a wonderful example of the life-long impact of equine-assisted programs - thank you to the entire SU! community for all you do to keep the rides going!

Connor's Story Seems Impossible but It's True

Thursday and Friday we prepare for SUPER Show and next next Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday that ponies all get a well-deserved rest after a full day of competition! Don't forget to mark your calendar and we will see you NEXT THURSDAY, APRIL 18th when regular programs continue.