“I am so glad I took the leap and gave Michael’s Foundation a chance! I encourage others to give it a try, even if you don’t think riding horses is for you. You can always join the events just for the sense of Community.”
- Ride & Thrive Graduate
Michael’s Foundation provides a free Equine Learning Program, Ride & Thrive, to Veterans, plus 1 family member age 17 years or older. Each cycle of the Equine Learning Program in Clermont, FL consists of 9 lessons, hosted once per week. Requiring a 9 week commitment from the Veteran. Our Ride & Thrive Equine Program teach’s Veterans techniques & skills for combatting isolation, improving communication with loved ones, and achieving confidence through horsemanship and community activities.
Once enrolled in the 9-week Ride & Thrive program, Veterans and their family member will learn the basics of grooming, tacking, leading and walk/trot horseback riding. This learning experience is hosted at the farm in Clermont, FL, and Veterans will participate in the classes alongside of other Veteran participants.
All that is needed to start are long pants and boots with a heel, as Michael's Foundation provides everything else.
Once you complete the 9 Ride & Thrive lessons, you’ll be dubbed an Alumni! Granting you the ability to continue to ride at the farm for free on a regular basis. We start a new 9 week cycle every 4 months! Inquire for more information today.
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How To Join The Grad Squad:
Grad Squad is an invite only opportunity for Ride & Thrive Graduates. Ask an instructor about this exciting offering at Michael’s Foundation.