Freedom Hills Therapeutic Riding Program

About Us

Since 1982, Freedom Hills, a non-profit 501(c)3 organization, has been bringing horses and people with disabilities together.

Freedom Hills participates in the Special Olympics at county and state levels and has also participated in the National Games.

We are dedicated to improving the quality of life for the disabled and challenged, and do not turn anyone away due to finances.

Any physically, emotionally or challenged individual can participate. Classes are conducted by trained instructors and assisted by volunteers and physical therapists. As always, safety is our highest priority.

Internationally, riding is recognized as one of the most beneficial forms of therapy for disabilities. Developed in Germany in the late 1960's, therapeutic riding has been successfully practiced in Europe, Canada and the United States. For the physically impaired, riding a horse can play a significant role in rehabilitation. A horse's gait is similar to the locomotion of the human pelvic area. Riding helps strengthen spine and pelvic muscles; as well as, provide all the criteria of low-level aerobics. The discipline needed to master riding can improve concentration and emotional control for the mentally impaired. Frequently a strong bond develops between the horse and rider.

Freedom Hills operates at Rolling Hills Ranch in the pastoral Maryland countryside. Services are provided to the Maryland, Delaware and Pennsylvania Tri-State area.

Our brochure can be printed and handed out to those who are interested.