We provide equine assisted activities and therapies to children and adults with physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges in San Antonio, Boerne, and the surrounding areas.
Our riders diagnosis include conditions and special needs such as Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Down's Syndrome, ADD/ADHD, Fragile X, Multiple Sclerosis, Stroke, Developmental Delays, emotional and cognitive disorders, as well as speech, hearing and vision impairments. Our instructors are PATH certified, accomplished equestrians, and have extensive training to instruct riders with special needs.
Our programs include Therapeutic Riding, Hippotherapy, Equine Facilitated Learning, and Vaulting.
Programs
A horsemanship program that focuses on teaching riding and horsemanship skills on and off the horse to those with physical limitations, developmental and social delays.
A relationship building program that focuses on teaching responsibility, improving self worth, decision making, independence, and how to communicate needs and wants.
A fast paced athletic vaulting program that focuses on teaching gymnastic and/or yoga moves on the back of a moving horse controlled by an instructor to build strength, focus, and self confidence.
VISIT OUR FACILITY
Open T.R.A.I.L. Ranch is located just North of San Antonio in Boerne, Texas. Our facility consists of over 20 acres of pasture, 3 arenas, 3 barns, and is ADA compliant. Come out and visit us!
RANCH HOURS
- Mon
- CLOSED
- Tue
- 9:00-6:00
- Wed
- 9:00-6:00
- Thu
- 9:00-6:00
- Fri
- 9:00-6:00
- Sat
- 9:00-12:00
- Sun
- CLOSED
Kind Words
Testimonials
Michael and Max look forward to Open T.R.A.I.L. Ranch. They sit straight and tall on the horses and are beginning to look very comfortable and capable on a horse.Mrs. Alcala
Evelyn is learning to no skip steps, to be more aware of her environment, and to care for a horse. Evelyn is learning to saddle and ride her horse, whom she has bonded with. She looks forward to horseback riding and knows she must be doing her best in school to continue therapy. Evelyn has something else to talk about, socially and loves sharing her experience. She feels special and important and doesn't even realize it is "therapy".Shauna H.
I was paying an exorbitant amount of money for physical therapy and seeing no improvement and was experiencing poor self esteem. Since Open Trail Ranch, I look forward each week to visiting my horse and working to improve my body motions for the next week. I love it and would recommend Open Trail Ranch to anybody who is considering a change in therapy or to experience peace. I feel real again. Thank you.Anonymous
Amber is a responsible girl that lacked opportunities to shine. Due to her learning disability, anxiety, and social shyness, Amber often gets 'lost in the crowd." But here at Open T.R.A.I.L. Ranch, she is the center of attention, is able to use her strengths of being organized and sensitive to what is happening around her, improving her self esteem and gives her a unique experience to talk about each week. With her ADD she is working on staying mentally focused for longer periods of time. I can not say enough how blessed we are to live this experience together.Shauna H.