Enrollment 2025-2026 Is Open
Our Programs: therapeutic riding / equine assisted learning
Students
Adaptive / Therapeutic riding
Adaptive / Therapeutic riding
The Donkeys of the Heart is a 501(c)3 organization providing adaptive/therapeutic riding, and equine assisted learning. We work with children and adolescents (starting at four years old), with cognitive, mental, and behavioral challenges.
For more information: sophie@thedonkeysoftheheart.org
(310) 486-4494
All sessions are conducted by So
The Donkeys of the Heart is a 501(c)3 organization providing adaptive/therapeutic riding, and equine assisted learning. We work with children and adolescents (starting at four years old), with cognitive, mental, and behavioral challenges.
For more information: sophie@thedonkeysoftheheart.org
(310) 486-4494
All sessions are conducted by Sophie Rainer certified by Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH) as Equine Specialist Mental Health and Learning (ESMHL).
Adaptive / Therapeutic riding
Adaptive / Therapeutic riding
Adaptive / Therapeutic riding
Only private lesson openings available for adaptive/therapeutic riding lessons:
- Physical Benefits,
- Psychological Benefit,
- Social Benefits
- Educational Benefits
Equine Assisted Learning
Adaptive / Therapeutic riding
Equine Assisted Learning
This activities occurs “on the ground.
EAL is an experiential approach using donkeys as co-facilitators.
EAL provides opportunities to learn a variety of life skills.