The EARTH Centre

The EARTH Centre https://www.earthcentre.org.za/component/jdonation/ge At the EARTH Centre we create hope through horses.
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The EARTH Centre is a registered nonprofit passionately empowering disadvantaged children with neurodevelopmental disorders through horses, minimizing their barriers to future learning & opportunities. We interact with the whole person - we strengthen the body, challenge the mind, and lift the spirit through our equine assisted programmes.

Therapy riding instructors are special people.Sad to lose such a valuable lady with a lifetime of experience.For instruc...
25/03/2026

Therapy riding instructors are special people.
Sad to lose such a valuable lady with a lifetime of experience.

For instructors with Eqasa Module 4, The Earth Centre offers mentoring in Gauteng to log practical teaching hours towards your SARDA therapy riding instructor course.

We have reached the end of Term 1 for 2026 and would like to extend a heartfelt Thank You to our volunteers this year!Yo...
24/03/2026

We have reached the end of Term 1 for 2026 and would like to extend a heartfelt Thank You to our volunteers this year!
You know we can't offer the young riders the therapy that we do, without your help!

A message received from one of our Term 1 Schools:

"Thank you for informing us and for the support and care you have given our learners during the riding program in Term 1. We truly appreciate the time and effort your team has invested in helping our learners develop and enjoy the riding therapy sessions.
Although we are saddened that the learners will not be able to continue with the riding lessons in Term 2, we completely understand the challenges regarding the shortage of instructors and horses.
Please keep us informed when the program becomes available for our school again, as our learners have greatly benefited from and enjoyed the experience.
Thank you once again to you and your team for your dedication and support."

The Earth Centre assists many learners with Down Syndrome.Those with Down Syndrome  can experience instability between t...
20/03/2026

The Earth Centre assists many learners with Down Syndrome.

Those with Down Syndrome can experience instability between the skull and the first two vertabrae of the neck.

We insist upon a normal neck x-ray to ensure the riders are safe.

New arrivals -- Pre loved office furnishings for sale! Contact our office for details.
20/02/2026

New arrivals -- Pre loved office furnishings for sale! Contact our office for details.

Marno was one of our riders in 2025. For those coming to or driving past The Earth Centre, please drop off items listed ...
01/02/2026

Marno was one of our riders in 2025. For those coming to or driving past The Earth Centre, please drop off items listed below to support his effort.
I will deliver to the sanctuary on Earth's behalf

A mention in the local newspaper is great for creating awareness of what we do and highlighting just how much our volunt...
31/01/2026

A mention in the local newspaper is great for creating awareness of what we do and highlighting just how much our volunteers mean to us!

At the centre, horses are more than just companions, and the volunteers ensure that children can ride safely while gaining both physical and emotional benefits.

27/01/2026

Hello all!
We had two very successful volunteer training days last week and welcomed many new helping hands.
Some couldn't make those days, so we will arrange one additional day soon.

If you're curious about volunteering and what we do, come and observe a lesson or two (Monday and Thursday mornings for Term 1), starting Monday 2nd Feb.

Hello Everyone!Our staff and ponies have had a good rest and are all ready for 2026, The Year of the Horse!Our first vol...
09/01/2026

Hello Everyone!
Our staff and ponies have had a good rest and are all ready for 2026, The Year of the Horse!

Our first volunteer training for the year will take place on Monday 19th and Tuesday 20th January. (No need to attend both)
Volunteers are critical to the therapy our youngsters receive and we value every person that takes time out of their schedule to assist.

We look forward to meeting you!

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18/11/2025

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πŸŒ²π–€π–Ίπ—Œπ—’ π—‰π–Ύπ–Ίπ—Œπ—’ 𝗐𝗂𝗍𝗁 𝖺 π—‰π—ˆπ—‰, 𝖺 π—ƒπ—ˆπ—„π–Ύ, 𝖺 π–Όπ—‹π—ˆπ—π—‡ 𝖺𝗇𝖽 𝖺 π—Œπ—Žπ—‹π—‰π—‹π—‚π—Œπ–Ύ 𝗀𝗂𝖿𝗍!

Three cheers for Karen! πŸ₯³πŸ΄We’re thrilled to celebrate Karen Bands, one of our incredible SARDA instructors, who has been...
11/11/2025

Three cheers for Karen! πŸ₯³πŸ΄

We’re thrilled to celebrate Karen Bands, one of our incredible SARDA instructors, who has been appointed Gauteng Provincial Sports Coordinator for the Special Olympics! 🌟

As a qualified SARDA Coach, SACA Provincial Coach Developer, and International Level 2 Equestrian Instructor, Karen has dedicated her career to transforming lives through equine therapy and education.

This year alone, she’s worked with pupils from Gateway School, Adelaide Tambo School for the Physically Challenged, and Randburg Clinic Special Education School, making a real difference in each learner’s journey.

We couldn’t be prouder of this achievement and the impact she continues to make. πŸ’š
Thank you, Karen, for all you do for our riders and our Earth Centre community.

The Centre has a "waiting area" for youngsters about to mount up for their lesson.Engineering students from IIE MSA, tog...
11/11/2025

The Centre has a "waiting area" for youngsters about to mount up for their lesson.
Engineering students from IIE MSA, together with iThemba Projects, wanted to take on a project to benefit the young riders at the Centre.
And so the Train Project began.
As soon as the refurbishment of the Train was completed, the riders appreciated the bright colours and fresh look!

Address

125 Peter Road
Roodepoort
1732

Opening Hours

Monday 08:30 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:30 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:30 - 17:00
Thursday 08:30 - 17:00
Friday 08:30 - 17:00
Saturday 08:00 - 11:00

Telephone

+27119585044

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