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Hippotherapy: occupational therapy, physical therapy and speech-language pathology with the help of a horse Why the Horse?

The horse’s walk provides sensory input through movement, which is variable, rhythmic, and repetitive. The resultant movement responses in the patient are similar to human movement patterns of the pelvis while walking. The variability of the horse’s gait enables the therapist to grade the degree of sensory input to the patient, and then utilize this movement in combination with other treatment str

ategies to achieve desired results. Patients respond enthusiastically to this enjoyable experience in a natural setting.

08/28/2026

This September, we are excited to try something NEW! ✨🍁💻

For the first time, our Hippotherapy Treatment Principles- Part I A & B webinars will be back-to-back! Over the course of two days, participants in this reformatted webinar will gain an understanding of the principles, history, theory, and research of the application of hippotherapy (skilled equine movement) as a treatment tool within a plan of care (POC) in OT, PT, and SLP practice.

In addition, therapists will observe and analyze a therapy treatment with skilled equine movement and discuss the adaptive responses in the patient. Therapists will be introduced to skilled equine movement and the effect of the horse’s conformation and movement on the systems of the human body for implementation in a POC for a variety of diagnoses and patients.

We would love to know your thoughts! Which format do you prefer?! Drop us comment below! 👇

08/27/2026

We have a NEW Connection Course on the calendar and this is one you WON’T want to miss! 🎉🤩

As a follow up to her 2025 Lunch & Learn presentation, join Jennifer Davis OTR/L, HPCS, CPRCS and AHA, Inc. on October 9th & 10th for “Harnessing Modified Vaulting Movements to Support Reflex Integration.”

📍Geared toward OT, PT, SLP professionals, this course provides an overview of primitive reflexes, their impact on sensory-motor development, postural control, coordination, attention, emotional regulation, and functional participation, as well as therapeutic strategies to support reflex integration through movement-based intervention.

📍The course will emphasize use of modified vaulting movements, rhythmic movement patterns, sensory-motor activities, and therapeutic exercises that can be implemented both on the equine and within clinic-based settings when medical-quality equine movement is unavailable or not clinically appropriate.

AND ‼️ We just received CEU approval from AOTA and ASHA for this course. If you are a PT who is attending this course and are looking for CEUs, please reach out to us directly at [email protected].

Head over to the link in our bio or our website to learn more and register today! ✨💻🙆‍♀️

08/18/2026

We are starting the (almost!) fall season with a fantastic lineup of Hippotherapy Treatment Principles- Part II courses!☀️🍁🐴🤩 Kicking us off in just a few short weeks, AHA, Inc. Faculty Lisa Harris, MSVS, PT, HPCS and Kelly Coney Pacious, PT, DPT, HPCS will be heading to Shining Hope Farm in Mt. Holly, NC for this four day, hands on course. There are only a few spots remaining, so head over to our website or the link in our bio to learn more & register today! ✨📚💻

08/14/2026

We may be biased, but we think the amazing work healthcare professionals and horses do together is kinda chic ✨ 🤩🐴

08/11/2026

Looking into your fall travel plans?! Why not add an AHA, Inc. course to the itinerary! ✈️🧳

Our first international Part I of the year is in on the schedule, in beautiful Victoria, British Columbia, Canada!🇨🇦 Join AHA, Faculty Pippa Hodge, BSc Rehab, MCPA, HPCS at the Victoria Therapeutic Riding Center for the first part of our Hippotherapy Treatment Principles Foundation Course. 🗻🐴📚

Over the span of three days, course attendees will:

📍participate in hands-on learning with well-trained horses and support from AHA, Inc. Faculty

📍observe live treatment sessions with follow-up discussions from AHA, Inc. Faculty and facility therapists

📍have opportunities for networking, problem-solving, and treatment planning with fellow clinicians in a supportive learning atmosphere.

More information about this course and the link for registration can be found on our website or the link in our bio! ✍️💻✨

08/07/2026

Looking for something read on your summer vacation?! ☀️✈️🏖️Check your email, because the Summer 2026 edition of EQUILIBRIUM arrived in your inbox yesterday- perfect for reading at the beach or the pool! ✨

This edition recaps our 2026 conference with articles from presenters across the globe as well as sharing current research and clinical insights. Happy reading! 🌴📖😎

08/04/2026

Are you interested in strengthening your leadership skills within the AHA, Inc.? Do you have a passion for the use of equine movement as a treatment tool and have a desire to help our association meet its mission and strategic goals? If so, we invite you to submit your application to join the AHA, Inc. Board of Directors! ✨

This group of individuals works in conjunction with our Executive Director to govern the association while also taking on projects to enhance and support AHA, Inc.’s future. Any AHA, Inc. Member in good standing is encouraged to apply, but we are looking for individuals with key skills to help round out our board! 🔑

If you are interested in applying, more information and the application can be found on our website. ✍️ 💻💼

07/24/2026

Our Website Committee has been hard at work making our website accessible and user-friendly to all our members and visitors, and last week we got a BIG upgrade! 🎉🤩

The AHA, Inc. website now offers accessibility features such as settings for color blindness, dyslexia-friendly font, motor assistance, and more! ✨✍️

For our international visitors, we are excited to offer translation services for the website! To change the language of the website, scroll to the bottom of the website, and choose the language that you would like. Don’t see your language? Let us know, and we can add it. 🗺️🗣️

A huge thank you to our Website Committee for making these additions happen! 💕👏🏻

07/13/2026

Looking to sit for the AHCB exam this year?!You have just one more opportunity to do so! ✨

Registration for the last exam of 2026 ends on August 28th! Click on the “certification” link in our bio to head over to the AHCB website to learn more about the exam, its requirements, and to register today!📚✍️🐴

07/12/2026

Our friends at HHRF are seeking Occupational Therapists and Physical Therapists with research experience to serve as volunteer grant reviewers on their Scientific Advisory Council! 🐴🧐📖

Individuals with publication experience and/or prior grant review experience are especially encouraged to participate. Help HHRF advance the science of horse-human interactions by supporting the review of innovative research proposals. Contact HHRF [email protected] to learn more.✨

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Fort Collins, CO
80525

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Monday	9am - 3pm
Tuesday	9am - 3pm
Wednesday	9am - 3pm
Thursday	9am - 3pm
Friday	9am - 12pm

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http://www.americanhippotherapyassociation.org/

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