LEAD Therapeutic Riding

LEAD Therapeutic Riding LEAD Therapeutic Riding is among New Mexico's premier equine-assisted therapy programs.

The healing power of the horse/human connection positively impacts the cognitive, physical, emotional and social well-being of children and families in our community.

🌟 Big things are happening at LEAD! 🌟We’re thrilled to welcome some awesome new guys to our volunteer team — they’ve jum...
10/26/2025

🌟 Big things are happening at LEAD! 🌟
We’re thrilled to welcome some awesome new guys to our volunteer team — they’ve jumped right in and are already making a difference in the arena! 🙌🐴

This fall session has been full of progress, smiles, and milestones. From riders gaining more independence to volunteers finding their stride alongside them — every moment reminds us why we love what we do. 💪💛

Here’s to teamwork, growth, and the incredible connection between horse, rider, and volunteer! 🐎✨
~ Dara🤍

Since opening our doors in 2023, LEAD Therapeutic Riding has proudly served 50 children and families (and counting!), al...
10/25/2025

Since opening our doors in 2023, LEAD Therapeutic Riding has proudly served 50 children and families (and counting!), all from within our Ruidoso community.

Of course, we couldn't do it without our generous volunteers and donors who give so generously of their time and treasure to help us achieve our vision: ensuring that we are here for every child who needs us and ensuring that no family ever has to pay for these services.

We look forward to growing and making an even bigger impact, together!
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10/25/2025

🐴 Fall Spotlight: Our Independent Riders! 🐴🍂

As the leaves change, so do our riders — growing stronger, more confident, and more independent with every session! 💪✨

This fall, we’re celebrating the amazing progress of our independent riders. From mastering new skills in the saddle to building balance, communication, and trust with their horses, their hard work and determination inspire us every day.

We’re so proud of how far each rider has come — and can’t wait to see what they’ll achieve next! 💜 ~Dara🤍

LEAD Therapeutic Riding is led by a volunteer Board of Directors whose experience and advice guides our organization's p...
10/23/2025

LEAD Therapeutic Riding is led by a volunteer Board of Directors whose experience and advice guides our organization's planning and programming, supports our fundraising goals, and builds meaningful connections between LEAD and our community.

Johnny Salinas, LEAD's very first supporter and donor, serves as President of the Board, and we are beyond grateful to benefit from his business expertise and vision.

A veteran submariner of the United States Navy 🇺🇸, Johnny is the founder and CEO of Proactive Mechanical Systems, serving clients across the nation with advanced commercial and industrial HVAC and refrigeration systems.

A thoughtful, smart and charismatic leader, Johnny's leadership is vital to our success!

Equine therapy may be new to Ruidoso but its history dates back hundreds, if not thousands, of years. The ancient Greeks...
10/21/2025

Equine therapy may be new to Ruidoso but its history dates back hundreds, if not thousands, of years.

The ancient Greeks were among the first to recognize the healing relationships between humans and horses.

Therapeutic riding as we know it today traces back to Denmark in the 1940s, then expanding to England in the 1950s.

Equine therapy riding reached the United States in the 1990s.

Today there are many well-documented studies demonstrating the healing power of equine therapy on children and adults struggling with mental health issues like anxiety, depression and PTSD; overcoming behavioral and developmental delays; and building confidence and independence.

Learn more about how LEAD Therapeutic Riding is bringing these healing experiences to families in our community.

🔗 https://www.LEADtherapyriding.com

THANK YOU, THANK YOU! ❤️ ❤️ ❤️To all of the wonderful Ruidoso community leaders, LEAD Board members, LEAD riders and fam...
10/16/2025

THANK YOU, THANK YOU! ❤️ ❤️ ❤️

To all of the wonderful Ruidoso community leaders, LEAD Board members, LEAD riders and families, generous donors, and family and friends who came out to support our inaugural Dinner & Auction last Saturday, "THANK YOU" is too small to fully express gratitude for you!

You made our event an absolute success and helped us surpass our fundraising goal, making it possible for LEAD to continue serving children and families in need at no cost to them and to reach even more kids in our community who need us!

We look forward to sharing more photos and many more words of appreciation over the next few days.

Until then, our hearts are full, our determination resolute, and our eyes focused squarely on growing LEAD so that every child in need will find healing and hope. Thank you for your support!

10/16/2025

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There are so many amazing people I want to thank ! I have to start with my parents for making this dream of LEAD come t...
10/15/2025

There are so many amazing people I want to thank ! I have to start with my parents for making this dream of LEAD come true! I have to brag for a minute. The Sam Jenkins Spurs were by far the highest bid auction item at the Gala! Thank you !!!

🗓️ Friends, only a few tickets remain for our inaugural fundraising Dinner & Auction this Saturday, October 11. Will you...
10/06/2025

🗓️ Friends, only a few tickets remain for our inaugural fundraising Dinner & Auction this Saturday, October 11. Will you join us?

Get your ticket here ➡️ https://LEADtherapeuticriding.eventbrite.com

You'll enjoy:
✅ A delicious dinner buffet generously catered by K-Bob's Steakhouse Ruidoso NM and hosted in the legendary Ruidoso Jockey Club venue

✅ Silent Auction with one-of-a-kind equestrian gear, artwork and jewelry, including special items made by the young people of LEAD

✅ Live Auction featuring:
🏇 Custom handcrafted spurs by Cowboy Hall of Famer Sam Jenkins
👨‍🍳 Special gourmet dinner for 4 cooked in your home by Executive Chef Mashon Swenor

✅ Live music by Tell Runyan

✅ A short program emceed by auctioneer and "the Voice of Ruidoso" Tim Keithley and featuring heartwarming stories from LEAD riders and their families

As a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, LEAD Therapeutic Riding provides healing and hope to children and their families from our community, and since our founding in 2023, we've kept our promise of providing services at NO COST to the families who need us. Every dollar we raise helps us serve even more kids!

Learn more about our mission at https://leadtherapyriding.org

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Happy Happy Saturday
10/06/2025

Happy Happy Saturday

LEAD Therapeutic Riding AnnouncementWe’re excited to share that all LEAD Therapeutic Riding lessons will be held as sche...
10/01/2025

LEAD Therapeutic Riding Announcement

We’re excited to share that all LEAD Therapeutic Riding lessons will be held as scheduled this weekend. We’ve missed you and look forward to being back in the arena together!

See you soon,
The LEAD Team

Address

P. O. Box 1904
Ruidoso Downs, NM
88346

Telephone

+17203844653

Website

https://www.youtube.com/@LEADTherapeuticRiding, https://ridewithlead.logosoftwear.com/

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