What is the Canadian Therapeutic Riding Association?
CanTra was formed in 1980 to promote challenge and achievement for children and adults with disabilities through the use of the horse. Q: How is the program individualized to my child/myself? A: ETR makes sure to receive a completed physician referral form that covers medical history as well as other pertinent physical/medical information. With this completed form and a free introductory consultation, the individual’s needs can be discussed and assessed and rider program plan put into place. Q: What type of facilities does ETR have? A: ETR has both a fully insulated indoor therapeutic riding facility and complete outdoor riding facilities. The indoor riding facility offers a heated viewing area with wheel chair accessible washroom facilities. Q: What type of equipment is required to begin lessons? A: Although ETR provides riding helmets, it is recommended that riders purchase their own helmet for hygiene reasons. Each student is required to wear a helmet at all times. A boot with a sma
