CTREE | Center for Therapeutic Riding of the East End

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"Therapeutic riding has known benefits for individuals with cognitive, physical and mental disabilities; ADD/ADHD, Autism (ASD), speech impairments, Aspergers Syndrome, cerebral palsy and sensory issues to name a few. "

North American Riding for the Handicapped Association (NARHA).

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On the East End

P.O. Box 1148

Bridgehampton, NY 11932

Phone: 631-375-3941

Cynthia McKelvey

cynthia@ctreeny.org

Amanda Ross

amanda@ctreeny.org

Karen Bocksel

karen@ctreeny.org

CTREE is a not-for-profit (501c3) organization located on the eastern end of Long Island, New York. We are a member center of the North American Riding for the Handicapped Association (NARHA).

Our mission at CTREE is to provide therapeutic horseback riding lessons and equine assisted activities for children and young adults with developmental disabilities. Our program is focused on individuals with special cognitive or learning needs including Autism, ADHD/ADD, sensory issues and developmental delays. Safety and well-being are the foundations of all CTREE lessons.

The unique three-dimensional movement of a horse is the foundation of every therapeutic riding lesson. Exercises incorporating changes of gait, postural positioning and direction stimulate systems of the rider such as visual, motor and vestibular systems. Equine assisted activities such as grooming and tacking promote emotional well-being and social bonding.

Therapeutic riding is taught by a certified therapeutic riding instructor and does not require a physicians prescription. With the participation of parents, caregivers and educators, each rider's needs are evaluated to assess whether CTREE can safely and effectively meet their needs. If we can not, we refer them to another program.

CTREE lessons follow the NARHA guidelines and are taught by NARHA certified instructors. We emphasize safety first. Our horses and volunteer staff are specially trained and our equipment excedes regulatory standards.

CTREE currently has two NARHA certified instructors, several specially trained therapy horses, and a growing volunteer base. All CTREE lessons are held at Wolffer Estate Stables on Narrow Lane in Sagaponack.

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Since the 1950s, the growing field of therapeutic riding and equine assisted activities has had a profound impact on children and adults with disabilities. The unique movement and sensitivity that only a horse can provide benefits the rider while providing an opportunity for emotional and social growth.

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. Come back often to find out about news and upcoming Events http://ctreeny.org/ Flashblocks Flash CMS http://flashblocks.com . . Private and Semi-Private Lessons June 22 through July 29 . . Private viewing of the Exhibition: "The Wild Horses of Sable Island." Photoworks by Roberto Dutesco. Curated by Peter Tunny When: 6-8PM Where: 13 Crosby Street, Soho, New York Tickets and info: Phone: Ellie Libby at 917-689-4125 Email: <a href="mailto:events@ctreeny.org">events@ctreeny.org</a> . . Ladies Finals Tournament Benefitting CTREE. When: 2-4 PM Where: Southampton Polo Club, 206 Millstone Road, Watermill, NY Tickets and info: Phone: Ellie Libby at 917-689-4125 Email: <a href="mailto:events@ctreeny.org">events@ctreeny.org</a> Our Staff The wonderful poeple who teach for and run CTREE http://ctreeny.org/ Flashblocks Flash CMS http://flashblocks.com Karen Bocksel CTREE Executive Director Karen has been involved with the therapeutic riding industry for nearly 20 years. She has worked with two accredited centers in New Jersey (Therapeutic Riding at Centenary and Somerset Hills Handicapped Riding Center) and served four years as NARHA Region Two Representative. Karen is currently a NARHA Advanced Instructor, NARHA New York State Chair as well as the President of New York State Therapeutic Riding Organization (NYSTRO). email: karen@ctreeny.org Cynthia McKelvey CTREE President Cynthia McKelvey grew up in Holland and has been living in the US for 20 years. She and her husband, Glen, have two daughters. Rachel is 7 years old and Eva is 3 years old. Rachel attends the Sag Harbor Elementary School and Eva attends Alternatives pre-school program in Southampton. Cynthia is currently working with the Special Education Pupil Director to establish a Special Ed Parent-Teacher Organization (SEPTA) chapter in the Sag Harbor School District. Rachel has been riding with CTREE for a little over a year. â€œHaving seen the amazing progress in her, and some of the other riders has been incredible. I feel I have watched miracles happen at the barn.â€ As President of the CTREE she is looking forward to working with board members, volunteers and parents of riders. â€œTogether we can make CTREE grow to give other children who are not yet benefitting from the amazing benefits our horses can offer them.â€ email: cynthia@ctreeny.org Amanda C. Ross CTREE Founder/Director Amanda has worked as a journalist for The New York Times, VOGUE and Mirabella. She has also worked as a consultant for investment banking firm W.L.Ross & Co. Amanda has been riding since the age of six, with formal training in dressage and stadium jumping. She competed at the national finals for three consecutive years while riding for her IHSA team at Sarah Lawrence College. Amanda has a B.A. from Sarah Lawrence College and a M.A. from New York University. She is also a NARHA certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor. email: amanda@ctreeny.org