Barn Program

Four young girls wearing helmets in a field with pitchforks participate in High & Mighty's barn program in Ghent, NY

In the Barn Program, participants engage in a variety of hands-on barn activities, including grooming, feeding, mucking, sweeping, and other daily horse care tasks. This program is ideal for individuals who are not ready or suited for riding or driving, or for those who prefer to focus on ground-based experiences.

Through these activities, participants not only develop practical horsemanship skills, responsibility, and confidence, but also gain valuable life skills such as time management, teamwork, and problem-solving. Additionally, the program offers exposure to work-based skills including organization, task planning, and following routines, providing a foundation for personal growth and future success. All while forming meaningful bonds with the horses and their peers.

Spending time in the barn offers students a hands-on opportunity to learn about the dedication, effort, and care that goes into maintaining the health and well-being of our horses. Barn activities not only help build strength, stamina, and coordination, but also foster valuable relationships with both the horses and fellow team members.

The Barn Program is led under the direct supervision of a PATH International–certified instructor, ensuring that all activities are conducted safely, effectively, and in alignment with best practices in equine-assisted programming.

Two girls grooming a white horse in the barn at High & Mighty Therapeutic Riding and Driving Center
A group of young kids wearing helmets and smiling holding pitchforks and brooms with a muck tub inside the barn

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A close up of several kids putting sponges on the back of a white pony in front of a red barn