Our Approach

We offer multiple paths to get involved with our school and programs depending on the best fit for you or your child. Whether you are interested in our High School or you want to use our individual therapeutic programs to supplement your learning path, we welcome you to learn more about our approaches.

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Private School

Equine-Based Private High School

“The High SCHOOL with the Horses”

Our equine-based private school is the perfect blend between homeschooling and traditional school. We infuse equine-assisted learning and recreation into traditional academics to inspire our students to learn. Currently serving 8th-12th graders with mild to moderate disabilities.

With two academic pathways, students and families have the choice to focus their educational pursuits to best suit the needs of their children. Our curriculum meets AZ State Education Graduation Requirements and places a heavy focus on the development of essential life skills and vocational skills needed post-graduation.

If you are looking for a personalized experience with small group social interaction, The H.E.A.R.T Center High School could be the perfect fit.


Individual Therapeutic Programs

Therapeutic Riding

"It's more than just a ride"

Therapeutic riding uses the horse as a catalyst to reach physical, cognitive, social and emotional goals. We work with the participant and the family to create an individualized therapeutic plan that is incorporated into each riding session.

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HOW IT WORKS

Our students work with a team of PATH-certified instructors, trained volunteers, and steadfast horses to foster their functionality and independence. Personal confidence, emotional growth, and behavioral accountability are only a few of the developments that are facilitated through therapeutic riding. Skills such as balance, muscle control, flexibility, and attention are advanced through various riding activities and horsemanship responsibilities.

Riders are supported through a team of 1-3 volunteers who may assist them through leading the horse and/or providing physical or emotional support. Riders often begin in private sessions and as riding ability progresses, move into a group with students of likeability and riding skills to foster peer-peer social development.

 

Recreational Therapy

"Turning your preferred activities into the perfect therapeutic environment"

The skills, self-confidence and empowerment people gain while participating in sports and recreation activities, transfer into their daily lives and help them to become healthier, happier, and more productive students and individuals. The program introduces people with disabilities to new ways of being healthy and active.

HOW IT WORKS

Students work with a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist or qualified activity professional through a systematic process that utilizes recreation and other activity-based interventions as a means to develop and maintain Physical, Social, Cognitive, and Emotional function and well-being.

SESSIONS OFFERED

  • Aquatics

  • Sports & Fitness

  • Community Integration

  • Mindfulness & Meditation

  • Adventure Sports

 

Summer Camp

See you next Summer!

We offer a variety of inclusive camp opportunities over summer break. Our camp experiences will be the most fun your child will ever have while developing skills that they will forever need!

At its core, our camp is therapy based. We provide a highly trained team to put the fun back into your child's break, while creating an individualized therapeutic plan for each camper that incorporates your child's goals in a positive and unique way.

Our 2021 Summer camps have concluded. We will be updating information once we announce our 2022 schedule.


Let’s Get Started!

All of our program registrations begin with a consult call. Click the link below to contact us today!