Therapeutic riding provides improvement in the physical and mental health of people with special needs.

Benefits to Participants include:

  • Higher self-confidence 
  • Better balance/strength 
  • Improved emotional well being

          

BASIC LESSON INFORMATION

Group Lessons are 1 hour and 15 minutes in duration with up to 4 riders at a lesson. A $25.00 deposit is required with the application to reserve a placement. This application deposit is non-refundable and will be applied to the cost of lessons.

Semi- Private Lessons are 45 minute lesson with 2 riders. A $35.00 is required with the application to reserve a placement. This application deposit is non-refundable and will be applied to the cost of lessons. 

  Group Lessons Semi-Private Lessons
Cost per Lesson $25 $35
7 Week Session $175 $245
8 Week Session $200 $280

The balance of payment is due by time of the first riding lesson. We are sorry, but at this time private lessons are not available.

TEC REFUND POLICY 

When a lesson slot is filled, that slot is held exclusively for that student. Because that slot is reserved and cannot be filled by any other participant, TEC has a policy of no refunds for lessons missed.

If TEC must cancel lessons, the cost of that particular lesson will be credited to the next session. Credits will be held for up to 2 sessions.

TEC's Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)

Through the generosity of those who value the benefits of equine assisted activities, the Therapeutic Equestrian Center (TEC) is able to offer the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) to its participants.

TAP is awarded based on financial need, need for service and staff recommendations. All lessons require a minimum payment.  Eligibility and TAP award amounts are determined on a case by case basis by the TAP Committee. 

It is recommended that the recipient of any tuition assistance (or their parent/guardian/family member/designated individual) participate in at least one volunteer activity at TEC within 6 months of tuition assistance award. Volunteer opportunities include, but are not limited to: helping with lessons, barn chores, special projects, fundraisers, and serving on committees.

If you would like to apply for TAP at TEC, please complete the TAP Application Form and return it to TEC, along with all required documentation.

Your application cannot be considered until all required documentation has been received. All information submitted is kept confidential.

 TEC’s mailing address is:

Therapeutic Equestrian Center
PO Box 1250
Niles, MI  49120 

Participants who receive tuition assistance are required to pay the minimum payment amount each week, regardless if they attend or if they cancel.  If TEC cancels a class, participants receiving TAP will still have to pay the minimum payment amount due for that week.  This amount can be credited to the next riding session.

If you have questions please call 269-429-0671 or email info@tecfarm.org.

Sincerely,
The Therapeutic Equestrian Center


For a complete TAP Application and guidelines, click here.          


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“Horses change lives. They give our young people confidence and self esteem. They provide peace and tranquility to troubled souls - they give us hope!”  Toni Robinson
Mailing: PO Box 1250---Niles, MI 49120-- Located At: Stockbridge Equestrian Center--615 N. M140--Watervliet, MI