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reach us
for information contact Joyce or Vanessa here at the Centre:
604-485-0177
4356 Myrtle Road
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Mailing Address
C-6 RR1 Valley Rd.
Powell River, BC
V8A 4Z2
book the arena
Yes, we rent out the arena, lounge and stalls upon availability. Click to download 2011 Fee Guide and call us at 604-485-0177.
requirements of riding
If you think Therapeutic Riding is for you, or someone you know, please call us at 604.485.0177.
You will need your doctor’s referral stating that you are able to participate, an assessment will be done by one of our Physiotherapists, and our Program Coordinator. Space is limited and you may be wait-listed until a spot opens up.
Please note, no one will be accepted to the program without a signed and legible referral, as well as any other forms which may be required because of specific medical conditions or disabilities. There are no exceptions. This information is necessary not only for purposes of liability, but will also ensure that you receive the full benefit of this unique form of therapy.
Thank you for your understanding.
Criteria for participation in the school-aged children's program:
- Open to all Kindergarten to Grade 12 students with an identified disability - physical, sensory, emotional, behavioural or learning
- Open to students from the school district, private schools or students who are home schooled
- Referrals can come from school staff, physicians, parents, preschool physiotherapist and occupational therapist
- All students must have a signed physician’s form and parent release agreement prior to participation in the program
- School-aged program physiotherapist assesses students for suitability in the program and scheduling into an appropriate class in consultation with riding instructor/s
- For safety reasons, students must weigh less that 180 lb to participate in the program
Please note that at present there is a waiting list of students who meet the criteria to participate in the program. When a space becomes available it will be filled by a student who has been assessed as having the greatest need, or a student who we believe would best fit the particular class that has a vacancy.
Class times:
- Monday - 12:15 to 2:30 (Preschool - 3 classes)
- Tuesday – 9:15 to 1:30 (Adults – 5 classes)
- Wednesday – 12:00 to 4:00 (School Children – 5 classes)
- Thursday – 11:15 to 4:15 (School Children – 6 classes)
- Friday – additional semi private instruction for independent program riders
- *There are no classes on weekends
arena rules and policies
Revised indoor arena policies – will take effect immediately. This is a trial basis. Please provide us with your comments and constructive feedback.
- All users must sign liability waiver and hand in to PRTRA office (due January 1st annually).
- All users must maintain membership to PRTRA (due January 1st annually).
- Coaches must provide copy of current liability insurance to PRTRA office.
- Approved helmets must be worn at all times.
- Drop-in basis (1 hour maximum) – maximum of 4 horses / riders in the arena at one time. (*see below)
- If you want exclusive / private use, we require that you reserve and pay in advance.
- No dogs in the arena at any time with the exception of guide dogs, special canine classes or events.
- No lunging at any time (please use the round pen).
- No smoking in the arena or near the hay shed.
- No glass containers of any kind in the arena, at any time.
- No feeding horses in the arena.
- Please clean up after your horse (please be courteous and empty the wheelbarrow when it is full).
- Please put away equipment if you take it out (poles, etc.)
- Please turn off the lights.
- Please close and lock the doors.
- Please report any safety hazards immediately.
(*There will be a white board in the arena where you can write your name down when you arrive. If there are no available spaces, you can wait until one becomes available. With the exception of exclusive bookings, please do not pencil yourself in on the calendar in advance).
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2007 Powell River Disability Games
newsletters
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six cool ways you can help
- Take your bottles to the Sunset Coast Bottle Recycling Depot and ask them to put the proceeds towards Powell River Therapeutic Riding.
- Ask Mitchell Brothers, Safeway, Save On Foods and Quality Foods how you can donate points or air miles to Therapeutic Riding.
- Bring your loose change into us to roll up and take to the bank.
- Donate $10 or more and we will issue a tax receipt for you to use on your tax return.
- Manure sales will continue, but will go from just bagged, un-composted to properly composted manure that you can put directly on your lawns, gardens, planters, etc.
- Donate your Canadian Tire money to us – it’s used to purchase items for building maintenance, laundry, kitchen & bathroom supplies, etc
- Download our snazzy new brochure and use the form to donate or to volunteer. Click here.
PRTRA adheres to Imagine Canada’s Ethical Fundraising and Financial Accountability Code.
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Thank you.