Chariot Riders Inc. is a registered non-profit organization accredited by The Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH Intl.) that provides therapeutic horseback riding for physically and mentally challenged children and adults to improve the quality of their physical, emotional, mental and social well-being! Our Ocean County Facility is located in Manchester, NJ and the Monmouth County Facility is located in Farmingdale, NJ.
We service individuals as well as public and private schools, Girl Scouts and Ocean County 4-H. In addition to our lesson program, we also offer summer camps, in house and off premises horse shows, year round riding in an indoor arena, in house 4H club, and group trips and activities.
Group and individual lessons are available for able-bodied and disabled riders, Pre-K to Adult, Monday through Friday between the hours of 10:00am - 5:30pm, and Saturdays, between the hours of 9:00am - 3:00pm. Riding lessons are taught by PATH Intl. certified staff using our specially trained horses. Riding students will be introduced to basic riding skills in a safe and secure environment. Lessons are offered year round. Lessons are booked individually based on rider ability and instructor availability.
Contact Us Today!
If you would like to join the Chariot Riders program or become part of our team, contact us at (732) 657-2710.
Chariot Riders is always seeking NJ State licensed physical/Occupational therapists as alliance partners for our programs. Training will be provided.
We are also always looking for volunteers (age 14 and up) to come out and assist our special needs students, boost our fund raising, or even help with buildings and maintenance.
Whats New
NEW! Horses for Heroes Program
The Chariot Riders program offers equine activities to military members with disabilities - active duty, reserve or veteran. See How You Can Help
NEW! Interscholastic Equestrian Program
Chariot Riders is forming a middle school/high school riding team to compete in the Interscholastic Equestrian Association. Learn More
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Annual Holiday Gala
Join us to honor the efforts of all our students on December 17th at the The Eagle Ridge Golf Club. Tickets on sale today! Learn More
Chariot Riders Apparel Order Form
You can now order Chariot Riders tees and sweatshirts. Show your love and support for Chariot Riders! Learn More
Lessons with Gail Osterlund
Lessons available Sundays and Mondays with USDF Bronze and Silver Medalist Gail Osterlund. Download Registration Packet
