Therapeutic Riding at Normandy Farm
Empowering lives through the healing power of horses.
Since 1992, Therapeutic Riding at Normandy Farm has brought hope and healing to Harford County, Maryland, transforming lives by building restorative bonds with horses.
Therapeutic Riding at Normandy Farm
Empowering lives through the healing power of horses.
Since 1992, Therapeutic Riding at Normandy Farm has brought hope and healing to Harford County, Maryland, transforming lives by building restorative bonds with horses.
Our Community Impact
Therapeutic Riding at Normandy Farm (TRNF) guides riders through a comprehensive program of warm-ups, riding skills, horse care, and fun activities in a safe, indoor arena setting.
Our team includes both seasoned individuals with years of experience and those with no prior experience, united by a willingness to contribute to their community.
Our Program Components
Warm-up Exercises
Lessons begin with instructor-led basic stretching followed by light warm-up exercises to prepare riders.
Horsecare Training
Learn horse anatomy, grooming, feeding, and saddling fundamentals before riding instruction.
Horseback Riding
Fun activities including horseback games, obstacle courses, and gymnastic movements on horseback.
Volunteering
The success of TRNF relies on enthusiastic volunteers!
Ways you can help include serving as a horse leader, a side walker who assists riders with balance and riding instructions, or lending a hand with grooming and caring of the horses.
All volunteers receive in-service training to better support the special needs of our riders.
Upcoming Events
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Donations
Teddy Roosevelt once said, "Nothing does as much for the inside of a man as the outside of a horse."
Therapeutic riding benefits people with special needs in countless ways—both inside and out! Horses provide a profound sense of independence and equine activities foster self-awareness, build self-confidence, and enhance concentration. They also improve posture, balance, coordination, strength, and flexibility!
Donate today to help continue providing the benefits of therapeutic riding to residents of Harford County.