
We also offer some Lessons for Therapy Riders
Kingston Area Riding AssistedTherapy
Kingston and Area Riding Association for Therapy
(K.A.R.A.T.) is a
therapeutic riding program introduced at Corner Stone Farm, Kingston seven years ago.
Cathy
Colwell-(McAllister) , lead instructor, works with assistant instructors and volunteers to provide riding therapy that can assist development and healing in clients (adult and children) with a
range of conditions for Adults and Children Anxiety , Amputation, Arthritis, Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) Downs Syndrome, Autism (ASD), Cerebral Palsy, Developmental Delay
Hearing and Speech Impairment
Hyperactivity, Learning Disabilities, Balance , Co-ordination Issues
Visual Impairment, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder( PTSD) By developing horseback riding skills, and in doing so, develop or improve their
communication and motor skills.
Riding Therapy Lessons - KARAT
First visit/assessment- not always riding: $50
Once more comfortable with program/staff - possible Semi-Private (2-3 riders): $50- 63.00/ride
*we offer some financial assistance for those who are challenged for access
**13% tax included
Each Lesson $63.00/ride
We offer some financial assistance for those who are challenged for access.
We are happy to give Receipts and help with forms for any funding you can apply for.
Fully insured facility, CPICS for all volunteers and staff
Riding with us is fun and successful.
The Principles we strive to achieve for healthy development in our program are:
Committed to assisting children along the path of healthy child development by: Providing opportunities to encourage that recreation and sport
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A Caring
Adult: The existence of a caring adult who
provides supportive relationships is the one key attribute that stood out in
defining quality programs for children. The establishment of caring, positive,
and supportive relationships with adults can help children 6 to 12 develop
positive social skills, self-esteem, and self confidence. A program’s quality
is dependent upon effective interactions between staff and youth within the
environment that staff creates.
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Friends: Positive peer interaction is a key
component of effective programs. Friends expand the child’s world beyond one’s
family; share in humour; test loyalty; form their first audience; and offer
support and criticism. Positive environments foster inclusion, acceptance, the
opportunity for fun in constructive play, and the opportunity to develop and
practice pro-social skills.
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Participation: Children need to make choices, have a
voice, and do things by and for themselves, which supports positive
self-expression, physical activity, and interaction with others.
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Play: Stressing fun, creativity, and
co-operation, play lets children shape their environment using their
imaginations. In addition, play is integral to the acquisition and development
of motor and social skills, cognitive function, and creativity.
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Mastery: Providing children with activities and
tasks that enable them to feel special, important, and successful. This type of
rich content-based learning, led by teachers and coaches who encourage mastery
(both through structured and unstructured strategies) helps to promote
learning.
