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Published 8/26/25 12:00AM

Volunteer Horse Leaders and Rider Assistants

Sarasota Manatee Association for Riding Therapy, Inc.
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Bradenton, FL
I Want to Volunteer

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime), Weekends (daytime)
    Commitment Details:
    Flexible -- SMART with HEART has lessons six days a week. Volunteers will be offered the opportunity to select the lessons that work best for them. A minimum commitment of 90 minutes is needed for each lesson.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    12
    Cause Areas:
    Animals, Disability, Volunteering
    Good For:
    Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    14+
    Other Requirements:
    Volunteers must to be able to attend orientation and training, make cognitive decisions , capable of learning and understanding written material and verbal direction, and work independently. No previous horse experience required.

    Description

    Volunteer Horse Leaders and Rider Assistants

    "Empowering lives through the healing power of horses." That's what we do at SMART with HEART!

    Each day we strive to improve the quality of the lives of our SMART with HEART Riders and their families through therapeutic horseback riding, and equine assisted services. Through respectful partnerships with our horses, we create an environment that promotes a life of inclusion, respect, growth and independence.

    As a mostly volunteer powered organization, it takes a lot of caring hearts and souls to keep our riders growing, learning and reaching for the stars. Volunteers are needed to assist with lessons by providing support and assistance to the riders, leading horses, sidewalking with riders, grooming and caring for the horses before and after lessons, and helping out with barn chores.

    We are always happy to welcome new volunteers to our SMART with HEART Family! If you would love being part of a fun team made up of extraordinary human beings...that empowers nearly 600 children and adults each year---join us! The rewards you will receive in the smiles and giggles from our riders will fill your heart to the top!

    Location

    On-site
    4640 County Rd 675 E, Bradenton, Florida, US

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