Pegasus Therapeutic Riding Academy is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization in Philadelphia, PA dedicated to providing therapeutic horseback riding programs and equine-assisted activities and therapies for children and adults with physical, developmental, and intellectual disabilities.
Pegasus is a PATH International (Professional Association for Therapeutic Horsemanship) Premier Accredited Center and a member of the PA Council on Therapeutic Horsemanship.As the city's only full-time therapeutic riding program, Pegasus Therapeutic Riding Academy seeks to improve the quality of life for our program participants and their families.
Pegasus is a PATH International (Professional Association for Therapeutic Horsemanship) Premier Accredited Center and a member of the PA Council on Therapeutic Horsemanship.As the city's only full-time therapeutic riding program, Pegasus Therapeutic Riding Academy seeks to improve the quality of life for our program participants and their families.
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Our Staff
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Leading our Pegasus TRA program is Teresa Doherty. Teresa holds dual degrees in equine science and psychology from Rocky Mountain College. Innovative with our programs and passionate about our riders, Teresa has expanded and implemented many new programs and initiatives for Pegasus TRA. She works tirelessly to ensure our horses are healthy and happy in our lesson program.
Our Horses
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On the smaller side, Big Mac is one of our miniature horses at Pegasus TRA! Big Mac is great to introduce to anyone who may be afraid of our larger horses. His calm and patient demeanor make him an asset for our unmounted Equine Facilitated Learning program. Big Mac is especially helpful for our participants who are unable to easily ambulate when leading a horse.
Our Facilities
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We are able to offer year round lessons at Pegasus Therapeutic Riding Academy in Philadelphia thanks to our large indoor riding arena. Our arena has special sand & felt footing and is professionally maintained for the comfort and safety of our horses, riders, and volunteers. Outdoor Arena - Pegasus is fortunate enough to also have a lighted outdoor arena that is fully fenced and enclosed.
Therapeutic Riding
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Therapeutic riding is a unique form of therapy, using the three dimensional movement of the horse to stretch and strengthen riders' muscles, move their joints, and improve balance and coordination for walking. The movement of the horse mimics the human gait by being rhythmic, repeatable, and three-dimensional - all movements needed to simulate normal walking patterns.
Our Programs
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We offer group and private lessons six days a week for participants with disabilities, diagnosis's, and at risk populations. Group lessons have a maximum of four riders and are led by two instructors. Our program runs year, offering four sessions of lessons per year. For additional information, please refer to the Rider Agreement in the Registration and Medical Forms or contact us.
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