2023 Winter Riding Session
Classes Forming Now
Contact us today for more information about our programs
Office Phone - 248.245.1020 Doug Rohrabaugh - Cell Phone |
Homeschool Experience Program
Through this fun for all ages educational program, participants will:
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Group 1
10:00am - 2:30pm February 10, 2023 March 10, 2023 April 14, 2023 May 12, 2023 Family/Group Pricing 2-5 people including adults - $180 6-10 people including adults - $270 11-15 people including adults - $440 Large Group 16 - 30 people including adults - $720 |
Group 2
10:00am - 2:30pm February 24, 2023 March 24, 2023 April 28, 2023 May 19, 2023 Family/Group Pricing 2-5 people including adults - $180 6-10 people including adults - $270 11-15 people including adults - $440 Large Group 16 - 30 people including adults - $720 |
Vivien Burke's Eagle Scout Project
Scouts BSA member Viven Burke of Troop 185G in Clarkston chose to do her Eagle Scout Project here at O.A.T.S. Vivien chose to support O.A.T.S. with her Eagle Scout Project because her cousin, Braden, was a rider here at O.A.T.S. and greatly benefited from our program. Vivien also volunteered with O.A.T.S. on occasion so she knew how impactful and necessary our services are. Vivien chose to remodel the observation room with the challenge of making the space warm and inviting. Vivien did not disappoint. Our observation room is now a functional space where parents can observe their riders in comfort while siblings entertain themselves with numerous fidget toys, video games, and other stimulating gadgets. Riders will be able to utilize the space before and after class and may find the weighted blanket to be comforting. Volunteers will find the space to be relaxing after working hard caring for our riders and their horses.
Check out the pictures and be sure to stop by the barn to enjoy the magic taking place at O.A.T.S.
Check out the pictures and be sure to stop by the barn to enjoy the magic taking place at O.A.T.S.
Credit Card payments for Therapeutic/Adaptive Riding Classes, Equine-Assisted Learning, and Independent Lessons can be made here.
Private classes are available.
Please call us for scheduling classes or arrange volunteering. 248.245.1020 or call Doug Rohrabaugh: 586.209.7608
We greatly appreciate your support and generosity.
We greatly appreciate your support and generosity.
Welcome to OATSWe've been Offering Alternative Therapy with Smiles since 1997.
Our mission: to promote the health, well-being and happiness of disabled individuals through horseback riding and related activities. As a 501(c)3 nonprofit in Ortonville, Michigan, our PATH Intl. premier accredited center serves all ages and disabilities year round. We help horses too! |
Why Equine-Assisted ServicesBENEFITS OF THERAPEUTIC/ADAPTIVE RIDING INCLUDE:
With safety always the priority, the goal for every rider at OATS is to ride independently (without assistance from a leader and/or side-walker), no matter the disability. While not always possible, the important thing is that it’s encouraged. |
100+MEMBERS RECEIVING THERAPY
Includes those who don’t always ride, but come for equine facilitated learning. |
25THERAPY HORSES
Elf, Blue, Moon, Lucky, Outlaw… |
40GREEN ACRES
Located about an hour from downtown Detroit and Lansing. |
August 2018
OATS was hands-down the most amazing experience for my kids. The atmosphere is so peaceful. They worked on their balance, muscle weakness, sensory integration, motor skills and relaxation. The best part is that they didn't even realize they were in therapy.
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Without volunteers, OATS couldn't exist. Want to help us change the life of a disabled child or adult? |
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As a 501(c)3 nonprofit, OATS wouldn't be possible without the generous support of the community. |