Immediate Openings for 2024 Fall Riding Session

Our 2024 Fall Riding Session is about to start and we have immediate openings for new riders on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday evenings.
For more information please contact Doug Rohrabaugh at 248.245.1020
​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.

Welcome to OATS

We'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 Services

BENEFITS OF THERAPEUTIC/ADAPTIVE RIDING INCLUDE:
  • Improves balance, flexibility, muscle strength and tone
  • Develops communication, listening and attention skills
  • Encourages social interaction
  • Builds confidence and self-esteem

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. 

19

THERAPY HORSES
Elf, Bluff, Moon, Liberty, Outlaw… 

40

GREEN 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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Have a question about OATS? Ask about our organization, the programs we offer, and the difference we make.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Without volunteers, OATS couldn't exist. Want to help us change the life of a disabled child or adult?
MAKE A DONATION
As a 501(c)3 nonprofit, OATS wouldn't be possible without the generous support of the community. 

PSST…​

Did you know that OATS also offers horse boarding and hosts birthday parties open to the public? 
CONTACT
(248) 245-1020
[email protected]
4920 Groveland Rd.
Ortonville, MI 48462
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