STRIDES Therapeutic Riding

VOLUNTEERS
Answers to your questions about volunteering.
Who Can Volunteer?

Volunteers are the heart and soul of a therapeutic riding program. Anyone at least 13 years old can volunteer at STRIDES. Many of our volunteers are disabled, some are elderly, some are students, others are working people looking to make a difference. No previous experience is necessary. Our skilled instructors will teach you everything you need to know.

Anyone who has the desire to help, to love, and to have a wonderful time is welcome.

What Do Volunteers Do?

Volunteers aid the riders in mounting horses and help provide support to the riders while doing exercises, play games, going through obstacle courses, and other riding activities. The volunteers also give emotional support to the riders for their efforts. Many volunteers assist with tack and grounds maintenance as well.

Volunteers with equestrian experience or those who want to learn may help to groom and tack horses, serve as horse leaders, and assist in the training of our horses.

Fund-raising , grant writing, serving on a committee, or becoming a member of the Board of Directors are some other ways to volunteer. There are many opportunities for those who prefer to volunteer only occasionally as well. Volunteers can assist at horse shows, special events, or building and repair work at the ranch.

When Is STRIDES Open?

STRIDES classes are held 5 days a week, on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Volunteers can choose to assist once a week or several times each week. A weekly commitment of at least 3 hours is requested.

volunteers How Do I Get Started Volunteering?

All it takes is a phone call. Call and let us know when you want to start volunteering, or come for a visit first, if you prefer.

To start volunteering, call our volunteer coordinator at (818) 341-4737. Or click on the Volunteers Needed icon and fill out an application form. We will call or e-mail you. link to volunteer application





We now have a newsletter just for volunteers.  
To view a previous volume of the newsletter, click below:
Volunteer newsletter volume 1                     Volunteer newsletter volume 2

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NEW!!  Volunteer Manual Online  
Now you can download and print our volunteer manual straight from the internet.  Click on the words above.

You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to access these files.  If you don't have it, click here to get it.

NEW!!  Volunteer Application Online
Please click on the words above to download and print a volunteer application.  You can fill it out and bring it with you to the ranch the first time you come.  Minors (under the age of 18) need to have this form signed by a parent or guardian.
  • Who We Are
  • What Is Therapeutic Riding ?
  • The History of Therapeutic Riding
  • NEW! Research Articles, Books and Reference Materials
  • NEW! FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions
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STRIDES Therapeutic Riding
P.O. Box 572455
Tarzana, CA 91357-2455
(818) 341-4737

E-mail: strides@onebox.com

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