Program Information

• Programs Offered
• Program Fees
• Financial Assistance
• Absence Policy
• Refund Policy
• Cancellation by Three Gaits
• Clothing Requirements
• Forms
• Questions?

Programs Offered

Three Gaits is pleased to be able to offer participants the following equine-assisted programming options:

1. Therapeutic Riding (Sport/Recreational) – Incorporates education, competition, therapy and recreation into horseback riding

2. Hippotherapy – A therapist uses the movement of the horse as a treatment tool, working toward functional goals

3. Carriage Driving – A new therapeutic carriage driving program provides a wider-based therapeutic equine experience

4. Un-Mounted Horsemanship Activities – To learn about horse care and horsemanship skills from the ground

• Three Gaits Financial Assistance Application (8 KB)

Absence Policy
Consideration for Three Gaits volunteers and staff is appreciated. Students are asked to call the office (877-9086) as soon as possible if you know you will miss class.

Refund Policy
Refunds or credits of lesson fees are available only under the following circumstances:

1. If a student must withdraw for medical reasons, a physician’s statement is required
2. If a cancellation is initiated by Three Gaits.

Cancellation by Three Gaits
The safety and good health of students and horses are the most important concerns of Three Gaits. Class will not be held during the following conditions:

1. Temperature extremes
2. High winds
3. Thunderstorms or tornado warnings or storms

Students are asked to phone the office at 608-877-9086 if weather is uncertain. If classes are cancelled, there will be a message on the machine two hours before class.

Clothing Requirements

• A safety helmet (ATSM-SEI approved) must be worn and is provided.
• Long pants such as blue jeans, stirrup pants or riding pants.
• Protective sun screen, sun glasses and insect repellant as needed.
• Shoes with sturdy heels (oxfords, riding boots) or non-slip soles are recommended.
• No sandals, crocs, clogs, open-toed or open-heeled shoes.

Forms

For clients new to Three Gaits:

• 2013 Client Registration Form (66 KB)
• Client Release Form (41 KB)
• Medical History & Physician Release Form (34 KB)

For returning clients:

• 2013 Client Registration Form (66 KB)

In addition to the forms above, hippotherapy clients must also provide the following form:

• Occupational/Physical Therapy Prescription Form (25 KB)

Questions?
Contact Program Director, Dena Duncan or Office Administrator, Melissa Lawrence at (608) 877-9086.