Upward Transitions Therapeutic Horsemanship

Upward Transitions Therapeutic Horsemanship Upward Transitions provides a positive, safe environment allowing those in need to escape their normal daily challenges while discovering new abilities.

Upward Transitions is a non profit 501(c)3 organization. We exist because of the generous monetary and in-kind donations from our community. Your donation is tax-exempt as allowable by law.

05/06/2026

We use a lot of “toys” in our lessons. It might be hula hoops, cones, balls, or pool noodles.
Today I was raking the arena, and instead of separating “work time” and “horse time,” we just blended it. When I picked up the hula hoops, I let Autumn and Paulie explore them. They were curious, questioning why and maybe thinking humans are a bit odd.
Moments like this matter more than they look like on video. The horses aren’t asked to do anything. They’re simply allowed to explore and stay regulated while life happens around them.
Just barn work, shared space, and a couple of good horses teaching us and doing what they do best, showing up grounded.

Autumn just had a bath so the hula hoop did seem to stop her from rolling in the sand. 😊

When you’re so locked in…you don’t even notice the camera.Green anole vs. fly.. We get to see so many fun things in natu...
05/04/2026

When you’re so locked in…
you don’t even notice the camera.
Green anole vs. fly..
We get to see so many fun things in nature!!
These quiet moments in nature support focus, regulation, and connection skills we carry into our time with the horses and each other.

05/01/2026

Rounding up our word herd 🐴
We built words and let our imaginations run wild with them. We heard some very creative stories.♥️

What looks like simple groundwork is actually so much more. Leading a horse, brushing, walking a pattern. These moments ...
04/27/2026

What looks like simple groundwork is actually so much more. Leading a horse, brushing, walking a pattern. These moments quietly build focus, emotional regulation, and confidence. For neurodivergent youth, learning happens through movement, touch, and real connection, not just words.
The horse doesn’t rush, judge, or overwhelm. They respond to what’s felt.
And in that space, kids begin to slow down, tune in, and find their rhythm.
And adding a purple bow to Archie’s forelock because sometimes a little fun is part of the learning too 💜

04/25/2026

Just having a little fun during lessons with a TikTok remake 🎥 Inspired by

We’re feeling extra grateful for all the rain 🌧️ The pasture sure needed it! The horses had a blast in the mud and are d...
04/23/2026

We’re feeling extra grateful for all the rain 🌧️ The pasture sure needed it! The horses had a blast in the mud and are definitely enjoying all the fresh green grass.
Things are drying out, and we’re busy getting the horses and everything cleaned up around the barn.

04/20/2026

It’s a good day to hang out in a dry stall and appreciate this beautiful rain. 🌧️

Look at these two. 😍 What looks like a game is actually focus, problem-solving, and a whole lot of “that’s a match!” wit...
04/15/2026

Look at these two. 😍 What looks like a game is actually focus, problem-solving, and a whole lot of “that’s a match!” with teamwork and a few thank-you scratches for your horse all happening in real time. Horse and human both leaning in, thinking it through together. Learning sneaks in when it feels like play and that’s our favorite way to do it. ♥️

Kids don’t just learn around horses… they change around horses.Horses don’t judge. They respond to what’s happening righ...
04/14/2026

Kids don’t just learn around horses… they change around horses.
Horses don’t judge. They respond to what’s happening right now. That alone helps kids slow down and become more aware.
A breath before moving.
A pause before reacting.
A chance to try again.
In our Saddle Bag Wisdom, we call these “tools before you need them.” Kids start building simple ways to reset, refocus, and keep going.
And the best part?
It’s fun, it builds confidence, and kids get to build life skills they can carry far beyond the arena.

Doesn’t Archie look majestic 🤩Well, that was Saturday morning. Today is Monday and he’s back to his muddy self. 🤣
04/13/2026

Doesn’t Archie look majestic 🤩
Well, that was Saturday morning. Today is Monday and he’s back to his muddy self. 🤣

March is Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month.We’re proud to celebrate Adam and the hard work he brings to each lesson. Adam s...
03/02/2026

March is Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month.

We’re proud to celebrate Adam and the hard work he brings to each lesson. Adam shows us what determination looks like in the saddle — steady, focused, and full of heart.

We support Adam and his family as they raise awareness for cerebral palsy.

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Helotes, TX
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