What We Do
Every program at Hoof & Paw blends riding, horsemanship, and hands-on farm activities to build real skills: social, physical, and emotional. Lessons are individualized to each rider’s goals and abilities, led by experienced instructors and supported by trained volunteers.
Therapeutic Riding Lessons
Individualized riding lessons at Hoof & Paw include grooming, horsemanship, and post-ride care, tailored to each student’s goals. Riders build balance, motor skills, and muscle strength in the saddle, while groundwork before and after each lesson builds confidence, focus, and independence.
Appointments are available Monday through Saturday; we’re closed on Sunday.
Special Olympics Training
Hoof & Paw is the Special Olympics Northern Piedmont equestrian training site. Athletes with intellectual disabilities train in horsemanship and riding fundamentals with our instructors, and can qualify for the NC Championship in Raleigh.
This program fosters a sense of accomplishment, teamwork, and belonging alongside the technical skills of competitive riding.
Skills We Help Build
Balance & Strength
Motor skills and muscle development through riding.
Focus & Independence
Concentration and self-reliance built lesson by lesson.
Social Skills
Working alongside instructors, volunteers, and peers.
Confidence
A sense of accomplishment with every new skill.