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PoVa Therapeutic Riding Center

PoVa is a 501(c)(3) non-profit offering therapeutic horseback riding lessons to children & adults w/ special needs. We change lives one ride at a time! Why Ride?
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In 2010 Ingrid Mourey, the founder and executive director of PoVa, was asked, "Why isn't there a therapeutic riding center in Poway? As a PATH International Advanced Certified therapeutic riding instructor, Ingrid took this question to heart and decided to open a center to support those with special needs in the local community. PoVa opened it's doors in May 2011. The Center is located on the grou

nds of Creek Road Ranch in Southwest Poway. With the help of a dedicated team of volunteers, and a constant stream of eager students, PoVa has grown tremendously and now attracts students and volunteers from all across San Diego County. Our lessons are taught both in the riding arena as well as along the trails that meander throughout the Ranch. A "sensory trail" combines the sights and sounds of nature with many exciting interactive activities for the students to engage in while riding. Each lesson incorporates riding skills as well as the opportunity to build familiarity with all levels of horsemanship. On the surface therapeutic riding may look like fun and games (which it is), a regular riding lesson or even a pony ride. However, in addition to being a fabulous recreational activity, the physical, cognitive and emotional benefits are tremendous and far-reaching. The measurable benefits gained with therapeutic riding are vast and extend far beyond the enjoyment of the riding lesson. The life skills learned and physical and cognitive improvements experienced help with many aspects of our students’ lives. For example, as the horses are walking, their stride requires the riders to constantly adjust, shift, and rebalance themselves. Therefore, riding can lead to measurable physical changes including normalization of muscle tone, improved posture, and increased core strength. Therapeutic riding also teaches motor and communication skills. Commanding the horse to “go”, “whoa” or “walk-on” may be a child’s first words. For the non-verbal rider, the physical action of pointing forward or pulling the reins is a powerful form of communication which elicits a response from the horse. Therapeutic riding strengthens the bodies, minds, and spirits of individuals with disabilities. Our lessons are designed to focus on our riders’ abilities rather than their limitations. Whether the disability is acquired or congenital, most anyone (with doctor’s clearance) of any age can ride.

08/07/2019

Our sweet girl, Tink❤

05/29/2019

This is great!
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The City of Poway was honored to take part in this morning's groundbreaking celebration of Villa de Vida, an affordable housing complex at the corner of Oak Knoll and Pomerado. Villa de Vida will provide independent living opportunities for 53 adults with developmental disabilities.

03/18/2019

so true...

02/04/2019

Breakthrough research demonstrating that children with autism as young as 18 months can vastly improve their language, cognition and social skills with an early intervention developed by UC Davis Professor Sally Rogers has been replicated in a major new study.

01/29/2019

01/19/2019

Congrats to my daughter and one of our wonderful instructors on starting her own private speech therapy practice - Speech With Alyssa. Please like her page and visit her website for more details.

12/22/2018

Check out this great infographic on the results of a study by the University of Colorado. We are proud to provide therapeutic riding for those on the autism spectrum.
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12/04/2018

So many good times at PoVa! We love seeing our students smile and enjoy their time with us🙂

08/08/2018

When it is too hot to ride this is what we do😊

06/28/2018

Curious what PoVa has been up to? Please take a few minutes to watch our newest video. So proud of all of our students.

Poway Valley Therapeutic Riding Center (PoVa) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization offering therapeutic horseback riding to children and adults with special needs. For…

06/28/2018

Please take a few moments to embrace the PoVa experience through our truly touching most recent video.

We are excited for you to have a glimpse into our program to see how PoVa enriches the lives of so many kids and adults.

PoVa is possible because of you; your support give us the means to continue to provide.

If you would like to donate please follow the link:
http://povatrc.org/?page_id=549

Thank you!

Poway Valley Therapeutic Riding Center (PoVa) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization offering therapeutic horseback riding to children and adults with special needs. For…

06/06/2018

Our amazing equines getting some much deserved love❤️

02/07/2018

Don't forget to follow us on Instagram to keep up with everything PoVa!

12/20/2017

So proud of this girl, she's worked so hard to get Sasha looking like a little dressage Fjord!

12/02/2017

Games day success! Congrats to all our riders for doing so great and showing off their skills!!!

11/27/2017

Support us when you shop on Cyber Monday. Go to the attached link and Amazon donates to Poway Valley Therapeutic Riding Center. Thank you!

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11/24/2017

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11/22/2017

Miss Moon Beam having a spa day!

11/20/2017

It is that time of year where we do a lot of shopping and why not shop and support a great cause like PoVa at the same time?! If you shop on Amazon, please use the link below and a portion of the money will be dontated to PoVa. Thank you in advance and happy shopping!

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11/08/2017

Fun times and pretty skies from the last couple of weeks at PoVa!

11/08/2017

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10/18/2017

Trail rides and fuzzy fjords!

10/15/2017

17 Likes, 2 Comments - PoVa Therapeutic Riding Center () on Instagram: “Getting fancy and practicing some vaulting skills which helps with balance and motor control. …”

10/10/2017

The girls having a nice day off grazing and playing!

10/07/2017

Who wants to join us for this wonderful cause?

Banding CRMO Families Together WorldWide, Raising Awareness, and Funds to Support CRMO Warriors and Their Families

09/13/2017

Moony insisted that Sarah needed help!

08/23/2017

These two are looking so good!!!

08/16/2017

All I need to know in life, I learned from my horse.

1. When in doubt, run far, far away.
2. You can never have too many treats.
3. Passing gas in public is nothing to be ashamed of.
4. New shoes are an absolute necessity every 6 weeks.
5. Ignore cues. They're just a prompt to do more work.
6. Everyone loves a good, wet, slobbery kiss.
7. Never run when you can jog. Never jog when you can walk. And never walk when you can stand still.
8. Heaven is eating for at least 10 hours a day...and then sleeping the rest.
9. Eat plenty of roughage.
10. Great legs and a nice rear will get you anywhere. Big, brown eyes help too.
11. When you want your way, stomp hard on the nearest foot.
12. In times of crisis, take a p**p.
13. Act dumb when faced with a task you don't want to do.
14. Follow the herd. That way, you can't be singled out to take the blame.
15. A swift kick in the butt will get anyone's attention.
16. Love those who love you back, especially if they have something good to eat.
17. Playing “Catch me if you can” in the field is great exercise.

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08/16/2017

Researchers report that therapeutic horseback riding (hippotherapy) improved balance, fatigue, spasticity and quality of life in people living with MS. Learn more about this study at http://ntl.ms/2uY5YVy.

08/13/2017

A stop at the carrot buffet for treats and love after a great lesson!

08/02/2017

Another great day of Tuesday lessons!

07/26/2017

Riding patterns and working through obstacles.

07/11/2017

It is almost Prime Day on Amazon! Make sure to shop and when you do, please make you use the link to shop so that a portion of the money goes to help support PoVa!
Thank you!!!

When you shop at AmazonSmile, Amazon will donate to Poway Valley Therapeutic Riding Center. Support us every time you shop.

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