Kentucky Foothills Therapeutic Horsemanship Center
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT ACTIVITIES AT KFTHC


What should I wear?


  • Dress comfortably, Long pants are a must for horsemanship activities,                       as well as closed-toed shoes. 
Who wears helmets?
  • Everyone who rides or participates in horsemanship activities at KFTHC wears an ASTM approved helmet.
  • (You can buy your own or use one of ours)

Is this a safe activity?
  • KFTHC operates by the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship  (PATH)
  • “Standards and Regulations,” so it is as safe as it can possibly be.
  • KFTHC’s horses are very well trained and gentle and classes take place in an enclosed arena.
  • KFTHC cannot however, eliminate all risk. 
  • Initially all riders will have a leader and two side walkers to act as safety helpers.  As the rider progresses the number of helpers will decrease.

Who can ride?
  • Horseback riding is not considered a safe activity for individuals less than two years of age. 
  • There is no upper age limit. 
  • There is a list of Precautions and Contraindications based on PATH standards.  If you are unsure about whether riding is an appropriate intervention for you or your child,
  • call KFTHC and speak to our Program Director, Cheryl Martin, M.Ed., PATH, Intl. Registered Instructor. 606-965-2158 or email us at kfthc@prtcnet.org.
  • All riders must have a statement from a doctor saying that riding will be a safe activity for him or her. (This form will be provided to you as part of the Registration Packet.)

Is riding the only activity KFTHC offers?
  • Most of  KFTHC’s lessons begin with the participant assisting with grooming and tacking the horse. 
  • Individuals who cannot ride may be interested in on-the-ground natural horsemanship activities. 
  • Call and speak to our Horsemanship Instructor, Mark Martin, if you are interested.
  • 606-965-2158 or email us at kfthc@prtcnet.org.
  • KFTHC also offers an Equine Services for Heroes Program which serves military personnel,
  • veterans and their families. This program combines vocational horsemanship activities as well as riding. 

What will the schedule be like?

  • Scheduling of lessons will be based upon rider preferences. 
  • Rides are approximately one hour long.
  • Many riders ride one hour per week, others ride bi-weekly.

What does KFTHC charge for services?

  • There are several factors which are considered when determining fees. 
    However KFTHC asks $30.00 for each hour long lesson.


  • KFTHC does not refuse services based on lack of ability to pay. 
    Meet with our Director, Mark Martin to discuss your family’s needs and resources.



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