Program Therapists

Overview

Prairie Strides has been in operation since 1977, running an adaptive horseback riding program for kids aged 5 to 15 with disabilities. As a volunteer-powered organization, we rely on volunteers to keep the program going. Each child has 3 Volunteers with them to ensure proper support to enjoy the Equestrian sport. Without the generosity of time from our volunteers, we may not be able to operate, and these children will never experience riding a horse.

Volunteer Opportunity Details

Volunteer Opportunity ID : 5204

Responsibilities

• Program therapists work in conjunction with certified instructors to aid in the delivery of the accessible horseback riding program. The therapists help with assessments of riders and problem solving.
• Therapists are responsible to greet the children, assist in determining what stretches riders should perform prior to mounting, assist with mounting riders, and determine which hold a sidewalker should use for each rider.
• At times they will also be required to assist with training of volunteers outside of regular program evenings.

Skills / Qualifications

Skills Gained / Related Careers

Experience working in a fun loving and giving environment. Have fun with a group of great volunteers, be witness to the smiles and benefits of riding a horse for the children.

Age

16-17, 18-30, 31-54, 55+

Time Commitment

Evening

Program Schedule

Program runs for twelve weeks in the Spring and Fall. Therapists are asked to attend assessments nights at the beginning of each session. They are encouraged to attend program each week to assist riders in doing stretches and preparing them for their riding journey. Our programs run in the Spring and Fall at West Wind Stables just south of Winnipeg, near Oak Bluff.

Spring 2026 Session Dates

Location

Location of volunteer opportunity : Central – Oak Bluff

Checks & Requirements

Application & Contact

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Acknowledgement

Volunteer Manitoba is located on the original lands of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Anisininew, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. We acknowledge that the clean water we drink comes from Shoal Lake 40 first nation, and that our electricity is produced on treaty territory. Volunteer Manitoba respects the Treaties that were made on these territories, we acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past, and we dedicate ourselves to move forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in a spirit of reconciliation and collaboration.

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