Programs
At T.H.E. Center, our programs are built around connection, between people, animals, and the community we call home. Through thoughtful, inclusive experiences with our therapy animals, we create spaces where individuals of all abilities can slow down, feel supported, and simply be themselves. Everything we offer is made possible by volunteers, fueled by compassion, and rooted in the belief that meaningful connection changes lives — for both humans and animals.
Unmounted Equine Lessons
Our Unmounted Equine Lessons offer a safe, inclusive, and empowering experience designed especially for individuals with disabilities and special needs. Led by our team of dedicated and trained instructors, these private, one-on-one 30-minute sessions are more than just time with horses—they are opportunities for growth, healing, and connection.
Students begin their journey by working with our miniature horses, engaging in hands-on, tactile activities designed to build trust and foundational horsemanship skills while supporting sensory integration, emotional regulation, communication, and other key developmental goals.
As students gain confidence and mastery, they may graduate to working with our full-size horses and continue through a progressive three-level structure. Each level includes grooming, leading, obstacle courses, and learning how to safely interact with and care for horses—all adapted to the student’s unique needs and abilities.
Progress is self-paced and always supported. Some students may remain in the same level throughout the program—and that’s perfectly okay! Our focus is on meaningful, enriching experiences that honor each individual journey.
Coffee with Horses is our favorite way to spend a morning at the ranch — and everyone’s invited! This free, family-friendly event is all about slowing down, meeting our therapy horses, and enjoying simple joys together. Admission is always free, with suggested donations for coffee and cozy drinks, food, crafts, and feeding the horses. These donations help care for our horses while keeping the event welcoming and accessible to all.
Expect crafts, carrots, warm drinks, sweet treats like donuts or pancakes, ranch bingo, outdoor games, our Outdoor Sensory Classroom, a community mini library, and plenty of time with both our full-size therapy horses and our mini horses. On themed and holiday weekends, the fun grows with costume contests, special activities, Santa visits, and more surprises along the way.
Coffee with Horses happens every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month year-round, except December, when we gather once on the 2nd Saturday. For the next date and theme, be sure to check our Facebook or Instagram pages.
Coffee with Horses
Equine Encounters
Equine Encounters is a one-hour guided group experience centered on calm connection, learning, and meaningful interaction with our senior therapy horses. Designed for anyone who wants to slow down and connect, this experience is perfect for families looking for quality time together, friends wanting to share a unique horse experience, or couples seeking a peaceful and memorable outing with animals.
Participants learn the basics of horse behavior and psychology, explore horse anatomy, practice safe grooming and feeding, and engage mindfully in a supportive ranch environment. Whether you have never been around horses before or you have experience and want to reconnect with the foundations, Equine Encounters offers a welcoming space to learn, refresh, and deepen your understanding.
This is an unmounted experience that focuses on presence, safety, and hands-on learning in a relaxed outdoor setting. Open to all ages!
Contact us for more information!
