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Therapeutic Carriage Driving & Horsemanship |
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 Welcome to the Driving Magic Website. Driving Magic Inc. is a non-profit organization providing therapeutic and recreational equine-assisted activities for children and adults with developmental and/or physical disabilities. We focus on therapeutic carriage driving and horsemanship programs for both ambulatory participants and those needing wheelchair accessibility.
Why equine-assisted activities?
As documented by NARHA (North American Riding for the Handicapped Association, Inc.) over the past 25 years, program participants have experienced:
Improved muscle tone, balance, posture, coordination, motor development and emotional well-being.
Increased eye-hand coordination.
Positive effects on centrifugal force – challenging the abdominal and lower back muscles.
Improved development of cognitive skills such as sequencing, spatial awareness, environmental awareness, directional awareness and motor planning.
Enhanced communication skills.
A sense of normalcy and control.
Improved self-discipline, self-esteem and sense of accomplishment.
Pride in learning (and sometimes competing) in an activity that promotes their special needs.
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