So You Want to Start an Adaptive Riding Program? Listen To This First.

👉 If these tips helped you, please like, subscribe, and share your experience in the comments! Hoof Falls & Footfalls has MORE resources for adaptive/therapeutic riding instructors: 📌 Intuitive Instructor Club - Hoof Falls & Footfalls: https://hooffallsandfootfalls.com/coaching-2/ 📌 Hoof Falls & Footfalls Website: hooffallsandfootfalls.com/ 📌 Follow HF&F on Facebook: www.facebook.com/hooffallsandfootfalls 📌 AR/TR Instructor Blog: learn.hooffallsandfootfalls.com/blog/ 📌 HF&F Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6KbyFFTX5PtedHiRCRo4An?si=83743e13a65a4966 Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 03:43 Why People Start Equine Assisted Services Programs 05:44 Why Good Intentions Aren't Enough 08:20 Treating Your Program Like a Business 10:06 Getting Hands-On Experience 12:56 Gatekeeping and Competition in the Industry 15:58 Finding Your "Why" 19:47 Who Are You Serving? 23:04 Market Research and Community Need 25:30 Building Connections With Other Programs 26:18 Choosing the Right Equine Assisted Services 27:52 Understanding Therapy vs. Recreational Services 31:14 Building Systems and Policies Early 35:58 Preventing Program Burnout 36:29 Building a Strong Foundation for Growth 38:55 Evaluating Your Experience and Knowledge 43:19 Staying Knowledgeable and Using Correct Terminology 46:08 The Value of Firsthand Experience 48:06 Filling Your Knowledge Gaps 49:30 Nonprofit vs. For-Profit Programs 54:17 Serving People Through Mainstream Riding Programs 56:35 Choosing the Right Business Structure 57:42 Why You Need Liability Insurance 01:00:03 Certification and Continuing Education 01:02:39 Final Advice for Starting a Program Disclaimer: The information provided by Hoof Falls & Footfalls is for educational purposes only and is intended to support instructors in expanding their knowledge and skills. It is not a substitute for professional training, certification, or individual judgment. By choosing to implement any of the ideas, techniques, or practices shared here, you do so at your own risk and accept full responsibility for the outcomes. Hoof Falls & Footfalls and its creator, Saebra, assume no liability for any injuries, damages, or losses resulting from the use of the information provided. Always ensure the safety and well-being of your students, horses, and yourself by following appropriate safety guidelines and industry best practices.